Policy & Government

The $8 million revitalization effort delivers improvements on Fulton Street between Boerum Place and Flatbush Avenue to support the corridor’s active commercial uses and beautify its public spaces by enlarging tree pits, adding trees, installing new benches and placing permeable pavers around the tree pits.

Complaints against the NYPD hit their highest level since 2013, with Brooklyn and Bronx precincts leading and City payouts topping $113 million in FY 2025.

Homeowners will soon get checks to cover the cost of mandatory NYC trash bins required under new city rules.

The City Council awarded Flatbush Cats $500,000 to launch a new program expanding affordable spay and neuter services to reduce the city's cat overpopulation.

An old, city-owned property at 390 Kent Ave. in Williamsburg will be redeveloped into 900 apartments.

Brooklyn residents are invited to share input on the city’s plan to redevelop the New Utrecht Library in Bensonhurst, adding affordable housing above and next to the branch.

The 15 mph speed limit for e-bikes, e-scooters and pedal-assist commercial bicycles that starts on Oct. 24 will match the same speed limit that currently applies to stand-up e-scooters.

After multiple delays, the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Task Force on Monday gave its approval on the project that will transform the Columbia Street Waterfront District.

A pro-charter school rally organized by Success Academy drew thousands to Brooklyn on Thursday, with supporters urging the state to keep promoting charter schools. But some employees said they felt pressured to attend.

Once built, the 72-story tower at 395 Flatbush Ext. would be the borough's second-tallest building.