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Iwen Chu Found the Perfect Dem Candidate for BK's New Senate District-- Herself

Iwen Chu Found the Perfect Dem Candidate for BK's New Senate District-- Herself

On Wednesday, Iwen Chu made history, becoming the first Asian woman to be sworn in to the New York State Senate.
Frank James Pleads Guilty to 10 Counts of Terrorism in Sunset Park Subway Mass Shooting

Frank James Pleads Guilty to 10 Counts of Terrorism in Sunset Park Subway Mass Shooting

Defendant directed gunfire at commuters during rush hour in Brooklyn, wounding 10 people.
Brooklyn's Rate of Homicides, Shootings Dropped in 2022, But Index Crimes Spiked, DA Says

Brooklyn's Rate of Homicides, Shootings Dropped in 2022, But Index Crimes Spiked, DA Says

Shootings in Brooklyn decreased by 31% and homicides went down by 21%.
Brooklyn's Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn Appointed the Majority Whip of the NY State Assembly

Brooklyn's Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn Appointed the Majority Whip of the NY State Assembly

"As Majority Whip, I will relentlessly work to ensure that our esteemed legislators are united and laser-focused on aiding their constituents and uplifting all New Yorkers," said Bichotte.
BK Congress Member Votes To Pass Bill, Secures $17.8M for 15 Local Orgs

BK Congress Member Votes To Pass Bill, Secures $17.8M for 15 Local Orgs

Yvette Clarke was one of 225 representatives that voted in favor of the Omnibus Appropriations bill which would provide $17.8 million in funding to 15 crucial Brooklyn institutions.
Brooklyn Noise Pollution Has Reached New Heights

Brooklyn Noise Pollution Has Reached New Heights

Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon is urging Brooklyners to send in complaints the FAA regarding the recent uptick in noise pollution by Dec. 30.
Local Tenant Group, Tomato Season, Fights Against Challenges to Rent Stabilization

Local Tenant Group, Tomato Season, Fights Against Challenges to Rent Stabilization

Brooklyn's tenants are taking to the streets to push back against the region’s landlords.
E-Bikes Are Not Allowed in Prospect Park, But These Brooklyn Electeds Think They Should Be

E-Bikes Are Not Allowed in Prospect Park, But These Brooklyn Electeds Think They Should Be

E-bikes are currently being classified as a motor vehicle and are not allowed in the park.
More Asylum Seekers Could be Coming to BK, and City Council is Welcoming Them with Policy Proposals to Improve Conditions

More Asylum Seekers Could be Coming to BK, and City Council is Welcoming Them with Policy Proposals to Improve Conditions

Following a two-day hearing, City Council has proposed a number of policy reforms.
More Than 200 Firearms Recovered in Brooklyn Gun Buyback

More Than 200 Firearms Recovered in Brooklyn Gun Buyback

Buyback received the most guns during a single event in city history.