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On a Brooklyn Warehouse, Oscar Yi Hou Uplifts His Community

On a Brooklyn Warehouse, Oscar Yi Hou Uplifts His Community

The newest recipient of the Brooklyn Museum’s UOVO Prize, Yi Hou celebrated the reveal with his gallery and friends in Bushwick.
‘Paulie Walnuts’ Sopranos actor is laid to rest in his native Brooklyn

‘Paulie Walnuts’ Sopranos actor is laid to rest in his native Brooklyn

Tony Sirico and James Gandolfini hold their awards for best ensemble in a drama for their work in "The Sopranos" at the 14th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on Jan.
Woman struck by stray bullet inside Brooklyn apartment, police say

Woman struck by stray bullet inside Brooklyn apartment, police say

(Spectrum News NY1/File) A 37-year-old woman was struck in the hand by a stray bullet while inside her Brooklyn home early Thursday morning, according to police.
Woman killed, 6-year-old injured after scooter crashes into SUV in Brooklyn

Woman killed, 6-year-old injured after scooter crashes into SUV in Brooklyn

The woman was pronounced dead at Interfaith Medical Center. A woman was killed when she drove a motorized scooter into an SUV with her 6-year-old son in tow in Brooklyn on Wednesday.
After Nearly 50 Years of Work, 72-Yr-Old McDonald's Manager Diana Griffin Receives Leadership Service Award

After Nearly 50 Years of Work, 72-Yr-Old McDonald's Manager Diana Griffin Receives Leadership Service Award

“Diana has continued to go above and beyond to serve our community and foster a positive, welcoming environment within our restaurant,” Kings Plaza McDonald’s owner and operator Paul Hendel said.
‘Folk Nation’ gang leader fired 11 shots at Brooklyn crowd: feds

‘Folk Nation’ gang leader fired 11 shots at Brooklyn crowd: feds

A longtime Brooklyn gang leader faces federal charges after he was caught on camera firing at a crowd of people — just five months after his release from prison, prosecutors allege.
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.'