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Brooklyn-Born Author Publishes Memoir on Journey Through Trauma, Mental Illness, And Healing

In her debut book, Vivian Conan documents her journey dealing with dissociative identity disorder as a child to her eventual diagnosis at 46 and subsequent healing

Jun 12, 2020 2:52 PM Read more >

Tremaine Wrights Campaign Marches Toward the Finish Line in a Challenging Environment

COVID-19 forces Wright to change her campaigning style, as she squares off against progressive opponents.

Jun 11, 2020 10:55 AM Read more >

Bushwick-Based Restaurant Launches Black Supper Program to Feed Community

Francesca Chaney, owner of the vegan restaurant Sol Sips has donated more than 300 free meals.

Jun 11, 2020 10:40 AM Read more >

A Former Industrial Cove Will Now Be a Green Haven

New York City recently announced plans to transform Bushwick from an wasteland to a innovative green space.

Jun 11, 2020 10:30 AM Read more >

State Lawmakers Repeal 50-A, Pass Sweeping Police Reform

The law shielding officer records from public scrutiny was repealed by the state legislature, which passed several bills aimed at greater police accountability.

Jun 10, 2020 3:37 PM Read more >

'Come Break Bread With Us' Initiative Feeds the Hungry in East Flatbush

Black Lives Matter Brooklyn President Anthony Beckford hasnt forgotten the communities experiencing the devastating effects of the coronavirus pandemic

Jun 10, 2020 3:27 PM Read more >

Medgar Evers College Students Protest, Demand Immediate Resignation of MEC President Dr. Rudolph Crew

Allegations of bullying, cronyism, low enrollment and misuse of resources spark protests among students and staff around Crew's reinstatement

Jun 10, 2020 1:24 PM Read more >

Local Seniors Are Encouraged to Get Creative With These Virtual Workshops, Courtesy BPL

Brooklyn Public Library and Apple Bank present "Creative Aging," a series of virtual art and writing workshops for seniors

Jun 9, 2020 5:02 PM Read more >

Preschools Continue to Struggle as New York City Reopens

After a Phase 1 reopening, child care centers citywide worry they cannot stay afloat without government funding.

Jun 9, 2020 2:42 PM Read more >

Mayor Says He'll Hold the NYPD Accountable... Time Will Tell.

Over the weekend, Mayor de Blasio announced plans to redistribute a portion of the NYPD's $6 billion funding to youth and other social services around the city.

Jun 9, 2020 2:37 PM Read more >