Politics

Councilmember Chi Ossé is on a Mission to Install a Protected Bike Lane on Bedford Avenue

Chi Ossé, who represents Bed Stuy and North Crown Heights, wants to establish a protected bike lane, new crosswalks, speed bumps and more.

Feb 11, 2022 4:48 PM Read more >

Keron Alleyne and Nikki Lucas Compete for East New York Assembly Seat in Special Election

The election marks the end of a political dynasty in which Charles or Inez Barron represented the community from Albany for two decades

Feb 10, 2022 1:03 PM Read more >

New Law Requiring Space Heaters to Have Auto Shutoff Intro'd by Brooklyn Rep Following Twin Parks Fire

Rep. Yvette Clarke introduced the Safer Heat Act alongside Rep. Ritchie Torres

Feb 8, 2022 12:00 PM Read more >

Here’s How New York's New Electoral Maps Impact Brooklyn Voters

If the maps withstand legal challenges from Republicans, Democrats stand to maintain power for a decade.

Feb 4, 2022 10:56 AM Read more >

BK Pols Plead With Gov. Hochul to Deny National Grid New Gas Permits

The New York governor and Department of Environmental Conservation are due to release their decision on National Grid's request for new vaporizers in Brooklyn Feb. 7

Jan 28, 2022 7:06 PM Read more >

Brooklyn's Street Vendors Demand Legalization and End to Crushing Fines in Manhattan March

Over 400 Street Vendors from across the city marched on Thursday to advocate for the passage of S1175, a bill that would protects and legitimizes their businesses.

Jan 28, 2022 12:20 PM Read more >

Councilmember Hudson Blocks Two Rezonings in Her District, Calls for Greater Community Collaboration

The newly-elected council member says the past approach to development has contributed to unchecked gentrification.

Jan 27, 2022 11:38 AM Read more >

Alicka Ampry-Samuel Joins HUD as NY/NJ Administrator

The former BK councilmember's experience includes serving as chair of the Public Housing Committee for a district with the highest concentration of public housing in the U.S.

Jan 27, 2022 11:17 AM Read more >

Pacific Park Redevelopment Plagued by Transportation Issues, Delays, Locals Say

The decade-long project has caused numerous issues with transport and street conditions in the area that must be addressed, residents say

Jan 21, 2022 5:45 PM Read more >

Will Mayor's New Traffic Plan Make Pedestrians Safer in These 4 BK Crash Zones?

Four Brooklyn neighborhoods had some of the highest crash figures in the city in 2021. Can Mayor Adams' new traffic safety push make it safer for Brooklyn pedestrians?

Jan 21, 2022 10:54 AM Read more >