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City Declares War on Illegal Evictions

City Declares War on Illegal Evictions

Mayor Adams expands the city's outreach to renters through a new program that will coordinate city agencies to educate and support renters at risk of illegal eviction.
'Nature Your City' to Combat Flooding in BK

'Nature Your City' to Combat Flooding in BK

Brooklyn has the most residents living in Blue Zones, where flooding occurs most.
Northwell Health-GoHealth to Pay Back For COVID Vaccine Charges

Northwell Health-GoHealth to Pay Back For COVID Vaccine Charges

The state Attorney General found Northwell-GoHealth charged up to 731 patients a total of $14,996.05 in improper fees.
Man And Teen Killed in Car Crash, Brooklyn Driver Charged With Vehicular Manslaughter

Man And Teen Killed in Car Crash, Brooklyn Driver Charged With Vehicular Manslaughter

Two passengers who were in the man's car sustained serious injuries.
Lifeguards to Get a Wage Increase, Bonus

Lifeguards to Get a Wage Increase, Bonus

Hourly wages will be $22.00 per hour, while returning seasonal lifeguards and chief lifeguards will get a bonus if they work through peak season.
Over $300 Million in Homelessness Support Funding Awarded to New York Communities

Over $300 Million in Homelessness Support Funding Awarded to New York Communities

The award is part of a historic $3.16 billion in federal funding that has been distributed to over 7,000 homelessness assistance projects nationwide.

Audit Uncovers Investigation Delays From State Labor Department

The report from the New York State comptroller found that many child labor and wage violation cases took longer to complete than expected.
NYC Comptroller Launches Online Form Regarding City's Shelter Limit Policy

NYC Comptroller Launches Online Form Regarding City's Shelter Limit Policy

The form gives New Yorkers a resource to talk about the impacts of the Adams Administration's 60-day shelter limit policy on migrant residents.
Feds Deny NYC's Grant Application For BQE Reconstruction

Feds Deny NYC's Grant Application For BQE Reconstruction

Lara Birnback, executive director of the Brooklyn Heights Association, speculated that the application may have been rejected because of community objection.
Task Force Launched on Proposed Gravesend Homeless Shelter

Task Force Launched on Proposed Gravesend Homeless Shelter

Elected officials and residents gathered over the weekend to protest a planned homeless shelter on 86th Street and 25th Avenue.