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Brooklyn Doctor Under Investigation in Sha-asia Washington’s Death During Childbirth

A former Woodhull Hospital anesthesiologist is under investigation by the New York State Board for Professional Medical Conduct in connection with the death of Sha-asia Washington , who died during childbirth at the hospital last July at age 26.
A Beloved Brooklyn Coffee Shop Is on the Brink of Collapse

A Beloved Brooklyn Coffee Shop Is on the Brink of Collapse

The pandemic has left minority-owned businesses stranded and if help doesn't arrive soon many will have to shut down permanently.
Brooklyn Organizations Come Together to Donate Coats, Personalized Care Kits to Borough's Homeless

Brooklyn Organizations Come Together to Donate Coats, Personalized Care Kits to Borough's Homeless

The Brooklyn Hospital Center, DC 9, Connective Strategies, and 99 Solutions provided the goods at the OperationSpread Love event

Join in the Selebrayson This Haitian Heritage Month With Live Music, Food and More

Haiti Cultural Exchange has organized a host of events to celebrate Haitian culture and history this May
City Leaders Failed Homeless New Yorkers During COVID-19: New Report

City Leaders Failed Homeless New Yorkers During COVID-19: New Report

The report released by Coalition for the Homeless found that a record number of single adults spent the night in NYC homeless shelters this February
Just Eight City Zip Codes Are Above 5 Percent COVID-19 Positivity, Including Three in Brooklyn

Just Eight City Zip Codes Are Above 5 Percent COVID-19 Positivity, Including Three in Brooklyn

The Flushing/Murray Hill/Queensboro Hill area of Queens (ZIP code 11354) again has the highest 7-day COVID-19 positivity rate — but over the last two weeks, it's significantly decreased. As of April 12, the rate stood at 10.
Flatbush Organizations Call for Community Farm Versus Affordable Housing

Flatbush Organizations Call for Community Farm Versus Affordable Housing

Local organizations in opposition to the city's plans to turn a vacant lot into affordable housing push instead for a community-run greenspace.

Skills Honed As Community Advocate Would Guide Jo Anne Simon’s BK Borough Presidency

The assemblymember wants to tackle the big issues boroughwide, and most pressingly -- the COVID-19 recovery.
Explore Art, Culture and History in Fort Greene This Weekend

Explore Art, Culture and History in Fort Greene This Weekend

Art 360/Fort Greene will showcase local businesses and artists highlighting the cultural legacy of the neighborhood

Historic Department of Environmental Protection Facility Completes $31.6 Billion Refurbishment

The Department of Design and Construction oversees South Williamsburg project in a century-old building.