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How the BLM Protests Helped Chi Ossé Find His Political Voice

The Crown Heights activist is now a candidate for the 36th City Council District
Dozens March in Crown Heights to Denounce Violence, Saying Enough is Enough

Dozens March in Crown Heights to Denounce Violence, Saying Enough is Enough

Neighbors came together to call for an end to the spike in violence, chanting 'stop shooting, start living' as they marched
Black Activists, Electeds Weigh in On Police Reforms, Gun Violence

Black Activists, Electeds Weigh in On Police Reforms, Gun Violence

Gun violence in New York City shows no sign of slowing down with 28 shootings, 45 victims, and two deaths citywide this past weekend; and 41 shootings, 49 victims and 8 murders total in Brooklyn since July 4th, according to police records [this does
De Blasio Celebrates $54.5 Million Emergency Fund As Crime Spikes

De Blasio Celebrates $54.5 Million Emergency Fund As Crime Spikes

As New York City grapples with a global pandemic, mounting tensions over police policies, and an uptick in violent crime that claimed the life of a 1-year-old boy, Mayor Bill de Blasio took a victory lap for raising millions of dollars for novel coro
The 2020 West Indian Day Parade Will Host Its 54th Year Online

The 2020 West Indian Day Parade Will Host Its 54th Year Online

Due to the mayor's executive order, large events requiring permits will be canceled through September 30
Brooklyn Couple on a Mission to Make Opera More Accessible to the Community

Brooklyn Couple on a Mission to Make Opera More Accessible to the Community

Imani and Paul Grosvenor gained instant local fame when they brought down the house at a Clinton Hill block party
Business Explodes for Bed-Stuy Sustainable Fashion Designer

Business Explodes for Bed-Stuy Sustainable Fashion Designer

The 23-year-old designer creating fresh looks from vintage Nike tees has finally got her big break
Defending One Brooklyn Brownstone Is Just the Beginning

Defending One Brooklyn Brownstone Is Just the Beginning

"This is very lovely," Imani Henry said, stepping out of the gate at 1214 Dean Street in Brooklyn.
Brownsville Students Start Anti-Racism Taskforce After Death of George Floyd

Brownsville Students Start Anti-Racism Taskforce After Death of George Floyd

The students are partnering with NYC politicians to address systemic racism in the city
Brooklyn Teacher Wins Grant for Going the Extra Mile During COVID-19

Brooklyn Teacher Wins Grant for Going the Extra Mile During COVID-19

Tiayana Logan was nominated for the national Extra Yard For Teachers grant by a student who called her "an inspiration"