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As Jumaane Williams Announces 'Miracle Baby,' Office Releases Deep-Dive Report Into NYC's Problem Caring for Black Moms

As Jumaane Williams Announces 'Miracle Baby,' Office Releases Deep-Dive Report Into NYC's Problem Caring for Black Moms

In NYC, Black babies are three times more likely to die in their first year of life than white babies, the report states
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The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Prospect Heights

The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Prospect Heights

Crime is down in Prospect Heights, but up in Brooklyn as a whole.
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Brooklyn Boxer Cesar 'Rainman' Francis Wants to Be 'More Than a Fighter'

The undefeated Boxer from Flatbush says he hopes to be a champion in both professional boxing and in his Brooklyn community.
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Memorial at Flatbush African Burial Ground Finds Support With Local Council Member

Memorial at Flatbush African Burial Ground Finds Support With Local Council Member

Councilmember Mathieu Eugene had previously supported plans for affordable housing on the site, but now stands behind the creation of a new memorial
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City Looks to Restart Program Accused of 'Snatching' Black-Owned Homes Without Compensation

City Looks to Restart Program Accused of 'Snatching' Black-Owned Homes Without Compensation

The City has released a report suggesting reforms to the controversial TPT Program, which is accused of taking hundreds of homes from Black and Brown Brooklyn homeowners. Critics say it needs to be scrapped.
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Police Fatally Shoot Armed Man on Belt Parkway, NYPD Says

Police Fatally Shoot Armed Man on Belt Parkway, NYPD Says

Police said they shot and killed a 65-year-old man on the Belt Parkway on Thursday after he approached officers with a gun. The NYPD said an officer just after 4 p.m.
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Kitchen Fantasy: Tips In Achieving A Kitchen Similar To Cooking Shows

Kitchen Fantasy: Tips In Achieving A Kitchen Similar To Cooking Shows

To guide you in your mission to transform your kitchen, here are some tips that can help you complete that goal.
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New Brownsville Building Opens as 100 Percent Affordable Housing at NYCHA Development

New Brownsville Building Opens as 100 Percent Affordable Housing at NYCHA Development

Over a hundred of families now have an affordable place to live in Brownsville thanks to the city and private developers; it’s a beacon of hope in the middle of a housing crisis.
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New BK Community Foundation CEO Wants to Increase Engagement With Donors of Color, Small Biz

New BK Community Foundation CEO Wants to Increase Engagement With Donors of Color, Small Biz

Jocelynne Rainey, Ed.D. has been announced as the new president and CEO of Brooklyn Community Foundation
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Flatbush Fire Victims Call for Help After Management Is ‘Nonresponsive’

Flatbush Fire Victims Call for Help After Management Is ‘Nonresponsive’

A fire that tore through a Flatbush apartment building on Nov. 3 has destroyed 24 apartments and left a number of residents displaced with nowhere to turn.
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