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Jay Z Launches 'Bitcoin Academy' For Bed-Stuy Housing Tenants

Jay Z Launches 'Bitcoin Academy' For Bed-Stuy Housing Tenants

Classes will be made available to residents of Jay Z's former Bed-Stuy home, the Marcy Houses, "a place that taught me so much.
Trust for Public Land, Brooklyn Nets, New York Liberty, Kevin Durant, NYC Dept. Of Environmental Protection Partner to Unveil New Community

Trust for Public Land, Brooklyn Nets, New York Liberty, Kevin Durant, NYC Dept. Of Environmental Protection Partner to Unveil New Community

BROOKLYN (June 13, 2022) – Trust for Public Land, with support from the Brooklyn Nets & New York Liberty Foundation, Kevin Durant Charity Foundation, and the NYC Department of Environmental Protection, celebrated the opening of the newly renovate
'We Need to Stop This!' New Cease and Desist Measure Aims to Protect Brooklyn Homeowners From Harassing Prospectors

'We Need to Stop This!' New Cease and Desist Measure Aims to Protect Brooklyn Homeowners From Harassing Prospectors

Cease and desist zones protect areas from aggressive real estate solicitation, if homeowners follow the proper steps.
Grocery Delivery Business Opens Kitchen and Bar in Bushwick

Grocery Delivery Business Opens Kitchen and Bar in Bushwick

The business, Farm to People, which has been operating in Brooklyn for eight years, celebrated the opening on June 11 and 12.
Three teens shot and wounded at Brooklyn backyard party

Three teens shot and wounded at Brooklyn backyard party

Three teens were shot and wounded when a band of party crashers forced their way into a late-night backyard shindig in Brooklyn, cops said Sunday. The victims were partying on Essex St. near Atlantic Ave.
Brooklyn Councilmember Alexa Avilés discusses Puerto Rican pride

Brooklyn Councilmember Alexa Avilés discusses Puerto Rican pride

Brooklyn Councilmember Alexa Avilés joins "In Focus" to discuss Puerto Rican pride and the National Puerto Rican Day Parade.
Just 5 Months Into His Term, Adams Is Busy Raising Money to Win Another

Just 5 Months Into His Term, Adams Is Busy Raising Money to Win Another

Not long after celebrating his first 100 days as mayor this spring, Eric Adams was poolside in Beverly Hills, Calif., already thinking about the future. Wearing a crisp blue suit and fuchsia tie, Mr.
New crop of Haitian politicos vow to engage deeper with community

New crop of Haitian politicos vow to engage deeper with community

Pierre Marc Albert (l) is running for New York State Assemblymember for District 43, while David Alexis hopes to become the New York State Senator for District 21. Photos from campaign websites.

In a Surprise Move, Historic 441 Bed-Stuy Mansion Finally on Landmark Commission's Radar

Landmark status could save the 120-year-old Bed-Stuy mansion and community center from developers who already have plans to demolish the building.
'Bushwick Bachelor' Series is Both Harrowing and Hilarious in Youtube Debut

'Bushwick Bachelor' Series is Both Harrowing and Hilarious in Youtube Debut

The new series—modeled off ABC's "The Bachelor"—makes audiences laugh and cringe at the playful absurdity that ensues.