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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.

Sexual Harassment Allegations Roil N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race: 5 Takeaways

For much of the New York City mayor's race, Andrew Yang has been a dominating presence, leading in limited early polling and siphoning attention from his rivals.

The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Brownsville

Overall, crime is up in Brownsville, and in Brooklyn as a whole.
BK Conservatory of Music to Award 2 Black Women or Non-Binary Jazz Musicians Yearlong Fellowship, $12K

BK Conservatory of Music to Award 2 Black Women or Non-Binary Jazz Musicians Yearlong Fellowship, $12K

Applications are now open for the yearlong fellowship that supports emerging jazz leaders
Get Set to Beautify Your Block This Spring With 'Flower Bed-Stuy' 2021

Get Set to Beautify Your Block This Spring With 'Flower Bed-Stuy' 2021

Flower Bed-Stuy 2021 is bringing together more than 30 block associations to give the neighborhood a freshen-up this May 1