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Brooklyn Public Library Announces Expansion of Books Unbanned Program

For Banned Books Week, the library has launched a podcast, as well as a webpage for teens to share past experiences with censorship.

Sep 30, 2023 9:11 AM Read more >

Construction Company Operator Sentenced to up to Four Years in Prison

Operator ignored workers’ safety concerns, caused laborer’s death in Brooklyn wall collapse.

Sep 30, 2023 9:08 AM Read more >

Community Board 9 Meeting Erupts Over Transparency and Land Use Issues

Brooklyn CB9 burst into madness as residents demanded accountability and representation from the board regarding 11 ongoing building developments happening in the area.

Sep 29, 2023 10:30 AM Read more >

Bed Stuy to Host BKLYN Rocks Music Festival, Sept. 29-30

The two-day event will feature hip hop-inspired panels, live performances, a fashion show, and much more

Sep 29, 2023 10:10 AM Read more >

Sunset Park Man Indicted For Hammer Attack

47-year-old Liyong Ye faces several charges including second-degree murder and first-degree assault, among others

Sep 29, 2023 10:00 AM Read more >

PLG Arts Announces Second Annual Outdoor Arts Fest

Celebrate art from more than 40 local artists across Prospect-Lefferts Gardens

Sep 29, 2023 10:00 AM Read more >

Legal Aid Society Releases NYPD Officer Lawsuit Lists

The lists reveals the NYPD members that accumulated the most civil lawsuits and highest payout totals over the past 10 years

Sep 29, 2023 9:40 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Sep 29, 2023 9:00 AM Read more >

Everything You Need to Know About the Downtown BK Arts Festival This Weekend

Celebrate Brooklyn’s artists and cultural institutions with two days of free performances and classes.

Sep 28, 2023 12:37 PM Read more >

NY Liberty Players Named to All-Defensive Teams

Breanna Stewart and Betnijah Laney became the first pair of teammates in Liberty franchise history to earn First and Second All-Defensive Team awards in the same season.

Sep 28, 2023 11:41 AM Read more >