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Exploring the Shared History of the BK NAACP and The Black Church: How to Meet The Moment

Exploring the Shared History of the BK NAACP and The Black Church: How to Meet The Moment

A two-part panel series exploring the relationship between the Brooklyn NAACP and the Black Church reveals a deep history and shared commitment to improving Black life.
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The Brooklyn Museum's Love Letter to the Borough

The Brooklyn Museum's Love Letter to the Borough

The Brooklyn Museum celebrates 25 years of First Saturdays with live performances highlighting the legacy of Black Brooklyn-based creatives.
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Brooklyn's Getting A New, Black-Owned Roller Skating Rink

The Roller Wave, a Black-owned pop-up skating rink for all ages, is opening in Atlantic Terminal this weekend.
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Local Artists to Receive Rent Relief on Studio Space in DUMBO in an Effort to Keep BK a Cultural Capital

Local Artists to Receive Rent Relief on Studio Space in DUMBO in an Effort to Keep BK a Cultural Capital

Six artists will be receiving rent subsidies through Two Tree Management's Cultural Space Subsidy Program
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NY Liberty Sign WNBA Champs Breanna Stewart And Courtney Vandersloot

NY Liberty Sign WNBA Champs Breanna Stewart And Courtney Vandersloot

As a native of Syracuse, New York, the 28-year-old Stewart will be making her grand return to her home state after playing six seasons with the Seattle Storm
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Here Are The Results of The Investigation Into 127 Police Misconduct Complaints From 2020 Protests in BK

Here Are The Results of The Investigation Into 127 Police Misconduct Complaints From 2020 Protests in BK

In the majority of cases where the CCRB found police officers using excessive force — like car ramming — or otherwise abusing their authority, officers have yet to receive any discipline.
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NYC 'FRESH' Program Opens 12 New Grocery Stores in Brooklyn

NYC 'FRESH' Program Opens 12 New Grocery Stores in Brooklyn

The program has brought fresh food to 1.2 million New Yorkers in underserved areas.
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New Public Composting Bins in Crown Heights: The Latest Development In The 'War on Rats'

New Public Composting Bins in Crown Heights: The Latest Development In The 'War on Rats'

More than 25 bins in Crown Heights have been installed in the last week, giving central Brooklyn access to composting.
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Feb 8: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Gabourey Sidibe

Feb 8: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Gabourey Sidibe

Gabourey Sidibe broke barriers, defied stereotypes and is defining her own success.
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After More Than 2 Years of Closure, The Saratoga Library Prepares for Reopening

After More Than 2 Years of Closure, The Saratoga Library Prepares for Reopening

The library closed in November 2020 for an HVAC replacement and is finally ready to serve the Ocean Hill-Brownsville community again.
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