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Von King Cultural Arts Center Finally Reopens, After Extensive $7M Renovation

Von King Cultural Arts Center Finally Reopens, After Extensive $7M Renovation

The Von King Cultural Arts Center in Bedford-Stuyvesant is now open to the public after receiving $7 million worth of renovations.
East NY Facility, Filco Carting, Plans 100% Zero Waste by 2027

East NY Facility, Filco Carting, Plans 100% Zero Waste by 2027

The new state-of-the-art materials recovery facility will break ground in early 2023 and be fully operational by year’s end.
BK Landlord Required to Pay $82,500 in Penalties, Correct Multiple Lead Paint Violations

BK Landlord Required to Pay $82,500 in Penalties, Correct Multiple Lead Paint Violations

In total, there were 80 lead-based paint violations found across six Brooklyn buildings, which impacted 285 homes.
Experimental Retail, Cafe and Art Space Opens in Bed-Stuy

Experimental Retail, Cafe and Art Space Opens in Bed-Stuy

Founded by multi-disciplinary artist Christophe Roberts, SEED Brklyn is a local space for creatives.

‘Spooktacular’ Halloween Party in East Flatbush to Give Out Free Winter Coats

For families in economic crisis, these Brooklyn-based nonprofits are throwing a party with a purpose.
Bed-Stuy's Mamacita Comida Awarded $2,000 Black Business Month Grant

Bed-Stuy's Mamacita Comida Awarded $2,000 Black Business Month Grant

Brooklyn’s first Spanish-Asian fusion restaurant, Mamacita Comida, was just awarded a $2,000 grant from GoFundMe.
BRIC JazzFest Reaches BK Gen Z Through Genre-Bending Lineup

BRIC JazzFest Reaches BK Gen Z Through Genre-Bending Lineup

The festival's array of established and emerging artists blended jazz and hip-hop to create a unique sound.
The Future of a Historic Brownsville Mural Remains Unknown

The Future of a Historic Brownsville Mural Remains Unknown

By Elizabeth Trotter On Oct. 21, community garden members, neighbors, and developers held a public meeting to discuss the future of the Brownsville mural that has identified the Jess Good Rewards Children’s garden for the past twenty years.
Bed-Stuy Students Take to the Sky with New Aviation Program

Bed-Stuy Students Take to the Sky with New Aviation Program

A new flight program is opening the door in Bed-Stuy for students to earn their wings.
The Brooklyn Tower— BK's Tallest Skyscraper— is Almost Ready for its World Debut

The Brooklyn Tower— BK's Tallest Skyscraper— is Almost Ready for its World Debut

The 93-story skyscraper and residential tower at 9 Dekalb Ave. is billed as a "once-in-a-generation" building that "promises new beginnings."