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National Grid’s Plan to Use Public Money For Fracking Operation in Greenpoint Denied

National Grid’s Plan to Use Public Money For Fracking Operation in Greenpoint Denied

The company requested to use $70 million in public funds to construct fracking vaporizers near Greenpoint and the Public Service Commission denied the request.
Longtime Crown Heights Tenant Evicted as Advocates Demand Action to Limit Unwarranted Evictions

Longtime Crown Heights Tenant Evicted as Advocates Demand Action to Limit Unwarranted Evictions

The Legal Aid Society is calling on lawmakers to enact the Good Cause legislation to protect tenants like Darrel Stone, whose eviction takes effect on March 31.
Cherry Blossom Alert: Brooklyn Botanic Garden's Trees Are Starting to Bloom, Signaling Spring

Cherry Blossom Alert: Brooklyn Botanic Garden's Trees Are Starting to Bloom, Signaling Spring

To commemorate the cherry blossom viewing season, the botanical garden will be offering special programming throughout April and May.
As E-Bike Batteries Spark Fires Across NYC, Landlords, Homeowners Move to Restrict Them

As E-Bike Batteries Spark Fires Across NYC, Landlords, Homeowners Move to Restrict Them

The fires are largely sparked by poorly made, uncertified lithium-ion batteries, oftentimes ones that have been tampered with or are being used with a mismatched charger.
Brooklyn Assassin in NYCHA Uniform Shoots Rival After Knocking on Victim’s Door

Brooklyn Assassin in NYCHA Uniform Shoots Rival After Knocking on Victim’s Door

A gunman wearing a New York City Housing Authority jumpsuit blasted a Brooklyn man in the chest Saturday during an early-morning visit to the victim’s home, cops said.
Triple Stabbing Wounds Men, 1 Fatally, in Overnight Brooklyn Attack

Triple Stabbing Wounds Men, 1 Fatally, in Overnight Brooklyn Attack

Police are still looking for the people responsible.
The Nuns Who Left Brooklyn

The Nuns Who Left Brooklyn

It’s hard to be a devotee of prayer and silence when parties with thumping music gather outside your walls.
Good Day, Brooklyn!

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Protect Your Heart, Body & Soul – Some Healthy Tips for Better Living

Protect Your Heart, Body & Soul – Some Healthy Tips for Better Living

When I think of the heart, for some reason I think about the engine of my car. In order to make sure it functions properly I have to take great care of it.
BRIC TV Just Green-Lighted Another Season of 'Brooklyn Made'

BRIC TV Just Green-Lighted Another Season of 'Brooklyn Made'

BRIC TV has launched a new season of "Brooklyn Made," a series that highlights the craft and unique stories of Brooklyn-based creatives.