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Born in Brooklyn: BP Reynoso Takes on Maternal Health in BK, with a Donation of 500 ‘Baby Boxes’

Born in Brooklyn: BP Reynoso Takes on Maternal Health in BK, with a Donation of 500 ‘Baby Boxes’

Brooklyn's borough president announced the latest in a series of investments focused on addressing the racial disparities in maternal healthcare.
First Ever 'Know Your Rights' Training Series Educates Red Hook Teens on Responding to Police Misconduct

First Ever 'Know Your Rights' Training Series Educates Red Hook Teens on Responding to Police Misconduct

The training series teaches Red Hook youth about the rights that New York citizens have, as well as how to protect themselves when faced with illegal police search situations and other acts of police misconduct.

Jeff Bezos' Ex-Wife Just Gave $11 Million to Brooklyn Public Charter Schools

The Brooklyn-based charter school network will use this generous donation to build new school facilities in Brownsville, Flatbush and Cypress Hills.
An Abandoned Church in Flatbush to Become a Creative Hub, Performance Venue

An Abandoned Church in Flatbush to Become a Creative Hub, Performance Venue

An abandoned church located at 494 East 23rd St. will soon become home to a curated community for creators.
Maimonides Health Airlifted a New MRI Machine into Midwood Hospital Following Expansion Announcement

Maimonides Health Airlifted a New MRI Machine into Midwood Hospital Following Expansion Announcement

Among the hospital's announced improvements are a new MRI machine and an expansion to its Emergency Department.
Photos: BK Comes Out Weird and Wonderful for Elsewhere's 5-Year Anniversary Halloween Bash

Photos: BK Comes Out Weird and Wonderful for Elsewhere's 5-Year Anniversary Halloween Bash

Bushwick venue Elsewhere held its annual Halloween bash this Monday, featuring Grammy-winning producer Mura Masa, while also celebrating its five-year anniversary.
Schools See $12 Million Boost for Newly-Arrived Asylum-Seeking Students in Temporary Housing

Schools See $12 Million Boost for Newly-Arrived Asylum-Seeking Students in Temporary Housing

Select schools will receive an allocation of $2,000 for each new student in temporary housing enrolled since July.
Free Pet Vaccination Pop-Up a Welcome Surprise for Flatbush Animal Lovers

Free Pet Vaccination Pop-Up a Welcome Surprise for Flatbush Animal Lovers

On Saturday, Oct. 29, Flatbush Cats and KingsCares held a free vaccination pop-up event for dogs and cats at Kings Theatre, surprising some pet owners with hundreds of dollars in savings at the vet.

Attorney General Announces Election Protection Hotline Ahead of Nov. 8

Voters experiencing problems can call (866) 390-2992, submit complaints online or email [email protected].
15th Annual Bushwick Film Festival Returns

15th Annual Bushwick Film Festival Returns

The Bushwick FIlm Festival celebrates it's 15th year of festivities this November with over 100 indie films.