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MS-13 Gangster Could Receive Life Sentence for Attempted Murders in BK Prison

MS-13 Gangster Could Receive Life Sentence for Attempted Murders in BK Prison

A gang member of La Mara Salvatrucha has pleaded guilty to racketeering and firearms charges in connection to four murders.
BRIC Jazzfest Announces Heavy Hitting Lineup of Must-See Performances

BRIC Jazzfest Announces Heavy Hitting Lineup of Must-See Performances

Brooklyn-artist Melanie Charles will act as the guest artist-curator, and the headliners of the festival will be Grammy-nominees Georgia Anne Muldrow and Terrace Martin.
New Entrance Gateway Unveiled at Marsha P. Johnson State Park in Wburg

New Entrance Gateway Unveiled at Marsha P. Johnson State Park in Wburg

The ornamental gateway at the Kent Avenue and North Eighth Street entrance will welcome visitors into the park.
Revamp of Atlantic Avenue will Prioritize Affordable Housing, Green Space, Small Businesses: Report

Revamp of Atlantic Avenue will Prioritize Affordable Housing, Green Space, Small Businesses: Report

The Community Vision and Priorities Report will guide the next steps for revamping Atlantic Avenue.
New NYPD Initiative to Allow Muslim Calls For Prayer Citywide

New NYPD Initiative to Allow Muslim Calls For Prayer Citywide

Under the new guidance, the Adhan can be broadcast every Friday between 12:30pm and 1:30pm, in addition to sunset prayers during Ramadan.
Kayla Thornton Inks Multi-Year Deal With New York Liberty

Kayla Thornton Inks Multi-Year Deal With New York Liberty

This season, Thornton has averaged 4.7 points and 3.5 rebounds in 17.1 minutes per game.
Hatzoloh Incorporated Receives Funding for Electric Ambulances from Borough President

Hatzoloh Incorporated Receives Funding for Electric Ambulances from Borough President

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso allocates $575,000 in funding for Hatzoloh Incorporated.
Woodhull Hospital Hands Out 1,750 Backpacks at Back to School Block Party

Woodhull Hospital Hands Out 1,750 Backpacks at Back to School Block Party

The community event distributed around 1,750 bookbags and school supplies, and featured a number of family-friendly activities and live entertainment
BK Rep. Hakeem Jeffries Hosts Annual Picnic at Canarsie Park for Older Adults

BK Rep. Hakeem Jeffries Hosts Annual Picnic at Canarsie Park for Older Adults

House Democratic Leader highlighted Biden administration's drug price negotiation during his annual picnic in the park with older adults in Brooklyn.
New Exhibit at Industry City Highlights Basquiat's Collaborator, Graffiti Artist Al Díaz

New Exhibit at Industry City Highlights Basquiat's Collaborator, Graffiti Artist Al Díaz

Born and raised in New York City, Al Díaz is known for being part of the first generation of subway graffiti artists.