Politics

BK Reader Voter Guide to the 2021 City Council Elections

City Council candidates in BK Reader districts share their vision and platform for change.

Jun 11, 2021 6:34 PM Read more >

Early Voting Starts Saturday, But Some BK Voters Not Yet Tuned in to NYC Elections

In on-the-street interviews with potential voters, few could identify candidates for mayor, borough president, or in their council district race.

Jun 10, 2021 10:37 AM Read more >

Our Message Is Clear: Defund the Police, Invest in Our Communities

Activists and community members gathered over the weekend to unveil five new community murals advocating the defunding of the NYPD

Jun 8, 2021 12:14 PM Read more >

NYC Immigrant Renters to Get Legal Guidance, Rent Relief Through New Housing Helpline

Legal Aid, Enterprise, Make the Road NY, RiseBoro, CAMBA and Robin Hood Foundation have launched the new helpline to help immigrant NYers access state rental relief program

Jun 4, 2021 9:48 AM Read more >

Elevator at Flatbush Ave-Brooklyn College Subway Station to Close for Six Months

The elevator closure will leave the station inaccessible to those with disabilities until a new elevator is installed next year

Jun 3, 2021 11:43 AM Read more >

New York Mayors Urge State Lawmakers to Pass Critical Gun Control Laws

Mayors from across New York state have sent a letter to lawmakers urging the passage of strict gun control laws

Jun 2, 2021 5:50 PM Read more >

Central BK Food Hub Would Create Community Wealth, Support Vulnerable Residents, Study Finds

The proposed hub would increase access to healthy food, generate $7 million in annual revenue, create 31 local jobs, and more

Jun 2, 2021 11:51 AM Read more >

New Legislation to Increase Rental Vouchers Gives Hope to Homeless New Yorkers

The passage of Intro 146 will significantly increase the CityFHEPS rental assistance program, potentially making over 70,000 new apartments accessible to voucher holders.

Jun 1, 2021 3:26 PM Read more >

North Brooklyn Pipeline Opponents Announce National Grid Gas Bill Strike

Opponents of the North Brooklyn Pipeline are encouraging people to withhold $66 of their gas bills - the amount National Grid is estimated to be hoping to charge ratepayers for the pipeline

Jun 1, 2021 10:15 AM Read more >

BK Senator's Gun Control Bill Would Be First U.S. Law to End Legal Immunity for Gun Dealers

Senator Zellnor Myrie is demanding accountability for the gun industry, which is shielded by legal immunity.

May 28, 2021 12:54 PM Read more >