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BK Pols Plead With Gov. Hochul to Deny National Grid New Gas Permits

BK Pols Plead With Gov. Hochul to Deny National Grid New Gas Permits

The New York governor and Department of Environmental Conservation are due to release their decision on National Grid's request for new vaporizers in Brooklyn Feb. 7
Brooklyn's Street Vendors Demand Legalization and End to Crushing Fines in Manhattan March

Brooklyn's Street Vendors Demand Legalization and End to Crushing Fines in Manhattan March

Over 400 Street Vendors from across the city marched on Thursday to advocate for the passage of S1175, a bill that would protects and legitimizes their businesses.
The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Bushwick

The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Bushwick

Overall, crime is up in Bushwick, and in Brooklyn as a whole.
Meet the Fort Greene Woman Creating Wearable Art... From Braided Hair!

Meet the Fort Greene Woman Creating Wearable Art... From Braided Hair!

Former braider Karyne Tinord is creating her wearable hair art—including bras, skirts, dresses, face masks, bags, headdresses and more—to celebrate Black hairstyles and spark conversation.
The Mayor’s Crime Plan Is Loathed by Liberals. But It Might Work.

The Mayor’s Crime Plan Is Loathed by Liberals. But It Might Work.

Earlier this week, Mayor Eric Adams released a 15-page document, “The Blueprint to End Gun Violence, ” with the purpose of alleviating a “public health crisis that continues to threaten every corner of the city.
Last Year Was the Deadliest Under Vision Zero. Here’s How Mayor Adams Can Save Lives in 2022.

Last Year Was the Deadliest Under Vision Zero. Here’s How Mayor Adams Can Save Lives in 2022.

New data from the final quarter of 2021 confirms that 2021 was the deadliest year on New York City streets since 2013.
Tens of Millions Under Winter Storm Watches Ahead of Weekend Nor'easter

Tens of Millions Under Winter Storm Watches Ahead of Weekend Nor'easter

The governor of Virginia declared a state of emergency, and other states were urging precautions Thursday ahead of a weekend winter storm that could dump a half-foot of snow in New York City.
Exclusive: Asian Grandmother Sucker-Punched While Walking in Brooklyn

Exclusive: Asian Grandmother Sucker-Punched While Walking in Brooklyn

A woman was sucker-punched in the face and became the victim of a hate crime while walking down a street in Brooklyn. It happened last week by 360 Classon Avenue in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn. Hoa Nguyen has lived in this country for 40 years.
Brooklyn Youth Give $2.5M in Grants to BIPOC-Led Groups Supporting Young People in the Borough

Brooklyn Youth Give $2.5M in Grants to BIPOC-Led Groups Supporting Young People in the Borough

The grants are part of Brooklyn Community Foundation’s Invest in Youth program, which gives grants annually to support the borough's youth
Councilmember Hudson Blocks Two Rezonings in Her District, Calls for Greater Community Collaboration

Councilmember Hudson Blocks Two Rezonings in Her District, Calls for Greater Community Collaboration

The newly-elected council member says the past approach to development has contributed to unchecked gentrification.