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At a Glance: 11th Annual African American Conference on Disabilities

At a Glance: 11th Annual African American Conference on Disabilities

As a new writer for BK Reader and as someone with a disability, this conference provided great insight and encouragement.
Four Men Arrested in Connection With the Death of Brooklyn Actor Michael K. Williams

Four Men Arrested in Connection With the Death of Brooklyn Actor Michael K. Williams

Four men have been arrested and charged in connection with the overdose death of Brooklyn actor Michael K. Williams, who died in September last year, U.S. Attorney Damian Williams announced Wednesday.
Feb 3: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Lena Horne

Feb 3: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Lena Horne

Lena Horne broke barriers as one of the first, highly acclaimed Black actresses in Hollywood who used her status to speak on behalf of civil rights for all.
Brooklyn to Get New State Senate Seat as Dems Seek to Entrench Power

Brooklyn to Get New State Senate Seat as Dems Seek to Entrench Power

The State Legislature on Tuesday released its newly proposed district boundaries for State Senate and Assembly seats, which will likely change Albany politics for the coming decade, and give Brooklynites more say in the state government.
In Death, Officer Mora Gave Life to Others

In Death, Officer Mora Gave Life to Others

Police officer Wilbert Mora, the second cop to die in the Harlem shooting that killed Det. Jason Rivera, was generous in death.
376-unit affordable housing development breaks ground in Coney Island

376-unit affordable housing development breaks ground in Coney Island

Construction kicked off this week for the second phase of a new affordable housing development from BFC Partners in Coney Island, 6sqft reports .
Bed-Stuy Eatery Could Close This Month Without Help, Owners Say

Bed-Stuy Eatery Could Close This Month Without Help, Owners Say

A neighborhood restaurant that has been struggling to keep its head above water during the coronavirus pandemic could close for good this month without help from the community, according to owners.
Affordable Apartments Planned for ENY, But Immigrant-Owned Businesses Could Pay the Price

Affordable Apartments Planned for ENY, But Immigrant-Owned Businesses Could Pay the Price

The development would create 28 new affordable apartments, but displace four businesses, in its current form
Controversial Crown Heights Development Gets $55M Construction Loan, Despite Ongoing Opposition

Controversial Crown Heights Development Gets $55M Construction Loan, Despite Ongoing Opposition

The proposed development 959 Sterling Place has been subject to a vocal community opposition since it was first presented to the LPC back in October 2020
Suspended Lawyer Stole $400K from Brooklyn Clients, Telling Them COVID Court Closures Were to Blame: Brooklyn DA

Suspended Lawyer Stole $400K from Brooklyn Clients, Telling Them COVID Court Closures Were to Blame: Brooklyn DA

New Jersey lawyer Raleigh Douglas Herbert has been charged with grand larceny, criminal contempt, and more