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‘James Brown in a Mosh Pit:’ Brooklyn Band Rebelmatic Enthralls in Free Concert

‘James Brown in a Mosh Pit:’ Brooklyn Band Rebelmatic Enthralls in Free Concert

Brooklyn-based band Rebelmatic — with its marked versatility and powerful messaging — was the highlight of a recent free concert in Tompkins Square Park.
57 Elected Officials Across New York Urge City to Delay Upcoming Tax Lien Sale

57 Elected Officials Across New York Urge City to Delay Upcoming Tax Lien Sale

Despite community and political opposition, the tax lien sale is slated for Dec.
Mourners Demand ‘Justice’ at Wake of Abused NYC 7-Year-Old Julissia Batties

Mourners Demand ‘Justice’ at Wake of Abused NYC 7-Year-Old Julissia Batties

Heartbroken relatives of the 7-year-old girl killed while visiting her mother’s Bronx home over the summer demanded “justice” Monday night as the child was finally laid to rest .
Brooklyn Nets Unveils 2021-22 Limited Edition Nike NBA City Uniform

Brooklyn Nets Unveils 2021-22 Limited Edition Nike NBA City Uniform

The new look blends elements from throughout the franchise’s 75 year history
PHOTOS: Wheelchair Using Chiweenie Wins Top Spot in Fort Greene Doggie Dress Up Competition

PHOTOS: Wheelchair Using Chiweenie Wins Top Spot in Fort Greene Doggie Dress Up Competition

Fort Greene PUPS held its 23rd annual Great PUPkin parade on Sunday, where pups from across the city could showcase their finest looks.
New Film Celebrates Legacy of 'The East,' Bed-Stuy’s Historic Afrocentric Organization

New Film Celebrates Legacy of 'The East,' Bed-Stuy’s Historic Afrocentric Organization

'The Sun Rises in the East' chronicles how the 1970s organization planted the seeds of Black pride in the community.
NYCHA Workers Covered Up Signs of Mold to Skirt Cleanup, Probe Shows

NYCHA Workers Covered Up Signs of Mold to Skirt Cleanup, Probe Shows

For New York City’s 400,000 public housing residents, moisture building up in bathrooms is an enemy that spawns toxic mold and must be vanquished. But NYCHA staff can’t keep up with the demand for repairs.
Brownsville High School Students Get Surprise Test From Visiting Senator

Brownsville High School Students Get Surprise Test From Visiting Senator

Students at Brooklyn Ascend High School were learning about term-limits in their history class Friday when State Senator Zellnor Myrie crashed their lesson with a few quiz questions

'Proud Brooklynite' Attorney General Letitia James Announces Run for Governor

But she is already facing criticism for running after her investigation into sexual harrassment allegations against former Governor Andrew Cuomo led to his resignation
The Classic Bodega Icebox Is Starting Conversations on Immigration, Human Rights in BK

The Classic Bodega Icebox Is Starting Conversations on Immigration, Human Rights in BK

The NO I.C.E BOX, a public art project using the classic bodega ice vending machine as a platform for immigration rights awareness, is coming soon to the Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Arts.