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NY Forever: Calling on New Yorkers to Make a Pledge to the City and its People

New civic group NY Forever has enlisted 100 iconic New Yorkers to urge residents to take part in the city’s recovery
Brooklyn Rep. Yvette Clarke Lauds Biden-Harris Executive Actions on Immigration

Brooklyn Rep. Yvette Clarke Lauds Biden-Harris Executive Actions on Immigration

Clarke has been a champion of immigration reform in congress and is supportive of the new administration’s immediate actions on the issue
No Vaccines For Homebound Seniors Unable Or Wary To Leave Their Residences

No Vaccines For Homebound Seniors Unable Or Wary To Leave Their Residences

The city still does not have a plan for how to vaccinate homebound seniors living in the five boroughs, leaving a vulnerable population of tens of thousands of people behind as the city continues with its inoculation program.
How Will Ranked-Choice Voting Work in NYC's 2021 Elections?

How Will Ranked-Choice Voting Work in NYC's 2021 Elections?

This year, New York City voters won't just be voting for their favorite candidate in primary and special elections -- they'll be voting for their top 5.

How to Stay Safe with a Fast-Spreading New Coronavirus Variant on the Loose

The new SARS-CoV-2 variant’s increased transmissibility is believed to come from a change in the spike protein, visible here in yellow under an electron microscope.

Bushwick Neighbors Oppose Plans for 20-Story Development Atop Former Community Garden

The luxury development will sit on the former site of 'The Secret Garden,' which once boasted the largest vegetable patch in Bushwick

2021 Elections: Who’s Running for City Council in the 35th District

Seven candidates are currently looking to replace term-limited Councilwoman Laurie Cumbo in the race for the 35th Council District that spans several central and northern Brooklyn neighborhoods.

Governor Cuomo Visits Bed-Stuy Church to Urge Brooklyn Residents: ‘We All Need to Trust the Vaccine’

Governor Andrew Cuomo visited Bethany Baptist Church on Sunday to reassure Brooklyn residents the COVID-19 vaccine is safe and will save lives

Foodies, Rejoice: 'NYC Restaurant Week To-Go’ Features Deals at 78 Brooklyn Eateries

From the minds and kitchens that brought you the celebrated NYC Restaurant Week comes the takeout- and delivery-only version

Could Electric Scooters Address Brownsville’s Need for Cheap Transportation Options?

Councilmember Alicka Ampry-Samuel and Lime held a scooter demo for the Brownsville community