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Trailblazing NY Supreme Court Justice William C. Thompson Passes at 94

Trailblazing NY Supreme Court Justice William C. Thompson Passes at 94

Williams, whose career in public service span nearly five decades, made history when he became the first African-American state senator to represent Brooklyn in 1965.
Exhibit Highlighting the Lives of Brooklyn's Domestic Workers to Open at ARTS ENY

Exhibit Highlighting the Lives of Brooklyn's Domestic Workers to Open at ARTS ENY

The exhibition presents the stories of domestic workers through audio and video installations, and celebrates the nearly 20-year-long fight for fairer working conditions.
East New York Parks Get Much-Needed Renovations

East New York Parks Get Much-Needed Renovations

It has been nearly two decades since Linden Park and Cypress Hills Playground have received their last upgrades
East Flatbush Students Find Artsy Inspiration in Opera

East Flatbush Students Find Artsy Inspiration in Opera

The multi-disciplinary arts program Time In exposes young scholars in underfunded public schools to the higher arts.
The Resistance is Alive at this Bushwick Community Hub

The Resistance is Alive at this Bushwick Community Hub

Mayday Space gives locals a place to gather in the pursuit of fairness for marginalized communities in NYC and beyond
BP Adams Allocates $3M to Develop, Preserve Affordable Housing

BP Adams Allocates $3M to Develop, Preserve Affordable Housing

The funds will go to toward five affordable housing projects in Brownsville, Fort Greene, East Flatbush and Coney Island.
Hip-Hop Artist Young M.A Spreads Holiday Cheer in Bed-Stuy

Hip-Hop Artist Young M.A Spreads Holiday Cheer in Bed-Stuy

The rapper joined local nonprofit 500 Men Making A Difference's annual toy drive and tree lighting
Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School Turns Past Trials into Triumphs

Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School Turns Past Trials into Triumphs

Are charter schools making a comeback? If this Bed-Stuy institution is any indication, yes!
Bed-Stuy Seniors Left Without Hot Water for More than a Week

Bed-Stuy Seniors Left Without Hot Water for More than a Week

The building's owner and management company have yet to respond to the residents' pleas.
Brooklyn Library’s Eagle Needs a Name, and You Can Help!

Brooklyn Library’s Eagle Needs a Name, and You Can Help!

Now, that the historic copper eagle sculpture has settled in its final home, all it needs is a name.