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Good Day, Brooklyn!

Oct 28, 2025 4:56 AM Read more >

Teen Assaulted, Robbed in Borough Park

The 17-year-old boy got into an argument with four people before it turned physical.

Oct 28, 2025 4:54 AM Read more >

3 Men Slashed in The Face Over The Weekend in Brooklyn

The first attack happened at about 6:20am on Saturday on a northbound Q train, as it approached the Cortelyou Road station.

Oct 28, 2025 4:52 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Gains Affordable Housing For Shelter Voucher Holders

The first Affordable Housing Services site in Brooklyn opened at 2886 Atlantic Ave. in Cypress Hills.

Oct 27, 2025 10:40 AM Read more >

City Council Allocates $5M to Upgrade Older Adult Centers

The new capital funding will address critical infrastructure needs such as bathroom and floor repairs, HVAC and kitchen upgrades, accessibility improvements, new furniture and appliances and other essential building fixes.

Oct 27, 2025 9:01 AM Read more >

How Brooklyn’s Green-Wood Cemetery Celebrates The Day of The Dead

Honor the departed at Green-Wood's annual Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration on Nov. 1, featuring live performances, art, crafts, food and a large-scale community altar honoring loved ones.

Oct 27, 2025 8:54 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Oct 27, 2025 5:00 AM Read more >

Group Robs Downtown Brooklyn Store

The employee at the retail store sustained minor injuries.

Oct 27, 2025 4:57 AM Read more >

Razor-Wielding Man Robs 12-Year-Old Girl in Gravesend

The suspect is described as a 5’10” male wearing a black sweater, black sweatpants, a hat and multicolor sneakers.

Oct 27, 2025 4:55 AM Read more >

Over 300 Bouquets Shared in Brooklyn to Celebrate The Power of Kindness

Florals by Crystal, Council Member Ossé and local florists joined forces to remind Bed-Stuy neighbors that a single bouquet can brighten someone’s day.

Oct 26, 2025 10:00 AM Read more >