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NYC Nurse Honored With Barbie Doll Made in Her Likeness for Her Work During Pandemic

NYC Nurse Honored With Barbie Doll Made in Her Likeness for Her Work During Pandemic

A nurse who treated Brooklyn's first COVID-19 patient, survived a serious bout with the disease herself, and then returned to work to care for others is being honored with a Barbie doll made in her likeness.
Brooklyn Singer Essense Brings a New Sound to Her Home Borough

Brooklyn Singer Essense Brings a New Sound to Her Home Borough

Though the East New York native only started releasing music during the past year, her new single Hello Brooklyn shows no signs of inexperience.
Access and Other Obstacles Have Kept Vaccine Rates Low in ENY and Brownsville

Access and Other Obstacles Have Kept Vaccine Rates Low in ENY and Brownsville

New data reveals a disparity in COVID-19 vaccination rates across Brooklyn.

BK Responds to Cuomo Investigation, Should He Be Impeached?

Cuomo broke state and federal law by sexually harassing multiple coworkers, according to a new report. What should happen next?
State Attorney General Letitia James Puts Spotlight on the Women Who Accused Cuomo

State Attorney General Letitia James Puts Spotlight on the Women Who Accused Cuomo

All eyes were on State Attorney General Letitia James Tuesday as she unveiled a damning 168-page report that spurred calls, from City Hall to the White House to the statehouse, for Gov. Andrew Cuomo's resignation.
NYC Mayor: Proof of Vaccination Will Now Be Needed for Indoor Dining, Gyms and More

NYC Mayor: Proof of Vaccination Will Now Be Needed for Indoor Dining, Gyms and More

Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the new requirements on Tuesday morning as coronavirus cases increase in the city
‘Time Is Running Out for New York Riders:’ Brooklynites Rally for MTA Funding

‘Time Is Running Out for New York Riders:’ Brooklynites Rally for MTA Funding

A group of elected leaders, advocates and transit riders called on Congress to support increased funding for New York’s beleaguered transportation agency
Digital Redlining Targeted in New Legislation Introduced by Rep. Yvette Clarke

Digital Redlining Targeted in New Legislation Introduced by Rep. Yvette Clarke

Clarke announced the Anti-Digital Redlining Act of 2021 to ensure equitable access to high-quality, affordable broadband coverage.
NYC Mayoral Candidates Speak Out After Wave of Overnight Gun Violence

NYC Mayoral Candidates Speak Out After Wave of Overnight Gun Violence

In the aftermath of the shocking Queens shooting that left 10 people injured in part of a suspected gang attack and several other shootings overnight on Saturday, the candidates running for mayor of New York City are speaking out.
Last-Minute, 17-Story Crown Heights Proposal Doesn't Fly at NYC Planning Meeting

Last-Minute, 17-Story Crown Heights Proposal Doesn't Fly at NYC Planning Meeting

Developers trying to build 34-story towers at 960 Franklin Ave that would throw shade over the botanic garden attempted an 11th hour plan-change at a crucial hearing last week