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Father and Son Shot in Brooklyn During Argument Over Parking Spot: Sources

Father and Son Shot in Brooklyn During Argument Over Parking Spot: Sources

A father and son were shot by another man after they got into an argument over a parking spot in East Flatbush, police sources and neighbors said.
Investigators advised NYCHA three years ago to ban e-bikes. Twenty-five related fires later, it’s finally taking action.

Investigators advised NYCHA three years ago to ban e-bikes. Twenty-five related fires later, it’s finally taking action.

An e-bike sparked a blaze in the Bushwick Houses in 2018.
Community Leaders Slam DOT for Planned BQE Detours

Community Leaders Slam DOT for Planned BQE Detours

Assembly Member Bobby Carroll (inset) is no fan of the DOT's BQE plan.
Landlords vs. Tenants: One Small Property Owner Shares Her Perspective

Landlords vs. Tenants: One Small Property Owner Shares Her Perspective

'It seems like the landlords and tenants are put against each other. It shouldn't be, because the small landlords see people as their bread and butter.'
Man tied up Brooklyn employees before stealing $35,000: NYPD

Man tied up Brooklyn employees before stealing $35,000: NYPD

The man wanted in a June 24, 2022 robbery. (NYPD) BUSHWICK, Brooklyn (PIX11) — A man entered a Brooklyn media company June 24 and tied up two employees before robbing the business, police said Monday.
Man Hit By 2 Cars In Fatal Prospect Heights Hit-And-Run, Cops Say

Man Hit By 2 Cars In Fatal Prospect Heights Hit-And-Run, Cops Say

Both the car that knocked the 61-year-old man down and a second that hit him as he lay in the road kept driving, police said. A man who was hit by two cars in Prospect Heights died, police said.
NYC begins using less qualified lifeguards; is it safe?

NYC begins using less qualified lifeguards; is it safe?

NYC pool (PIX11) FORT GREENE, Brooklyn (PIX11) — Monday marked the beginning of the first week that lifeguards with lower qualifications were allowed to watch over some of the city’s pools.
These are the 55 Brooklyn restaurants participating in Restaurant Week

These are the 55 Brooklyn restaurants participating in Restaurant Week

The 2022 summer edition of NYC Restaurant Week actually lasts a month. Here are the participating Brooklyn eateries — bon appétit! New York City’s Restaurant Week is returning for the 30th year and Brooklyn is heavily represented.
Children of Incarcerated Parents Receive Surprise Donation of 21 Bikes, Thanks to the Nigel Sylvester Foundation

Children of Incarcerated Parents Receive Surprise Donation of 21 Bikes, Thanks to the Nigel Sylvester Foundation

"What’s summer without bikes? Our scholars are beyond excited to test them out.” said Sharon Content, Children of Promise founder and president.
To Landmark or to Not Landmark? Here's What Neighbors and Developers Discussed Re: the Fate of 120-Year-Old Mansion in Bed-Stuy

To Landmark or to Not Landmark? Here's What Neighbors and Developers Discussed Re: the Fate of 120-Year-Old Mansion in Bed-Stuy

The neighborhood meeting happened just two days before the Landmark Preservation Commission will decide on next steps.