Policy & Government

Brooklyn Sen. Zellnor Myrie Named Lawmaker of the Year by National Gun Safety Orgs

Everytown for Gun Safety, Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action recognized lawmakers from across the country

Aug 16, 2021 4:14 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Man Arraigned for Running Over School Bus Driver in Road Rage Incident

A 22-year-old Brooklyn man is facing charges of attempted murder, assault and more for the road rage incident

Aug 16, 2021 11:53 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Just 2,000 Residents Shy of its All Time Population High in 1950

New census data released on Thursday shows the borough and city has experienced rapid growth over the past 10 years

Aug 13, 2021 2:52 PM Read more >

The Week in Crime: Spotlight on East New York

Overall, crime is down in East New York, and in Brooklyn as a whole.

Aug 13, 2021 12:53 PM Read more >

A Rate Hike to Pay for Controversial North BK Pipeline has Been Approved

The Public Service Commission approved the rate hike for 1.9 million New York residents to pay for National Grid projects

Aug 12, 2021 5:19 PM Read more >

How Does BK Feel About Governor Andrew Cuomo's Resignation?

Despite resigning, Cuomo could still face legal consequences following the allegations he sexually harassed 11 women.

Aug 11, 2021 4:03 PM Read more >

Wrongly Convicted: Brooklyn Man James Davis Coming Home After 17 Years Behind Bars

The Legal Aid Society says James Davis' lawyer never contacted witnesses who were ready to confirm the fact he wasn't at the party when the shooting happened

Aug 9, 2021 7:49 PM Read more >

Schumer Says 'The Facts Are Clear,' Stands Against BK Fracked Gas Pipeline

Schumer stands with community leaders to oppose the North Brooklyn Pipeline that would carry fracked gas through predominantly Black and Brown neighborhoods.

Aug 9, 2021 11:27 AM Read more >

Police Appeal to Public for Help After Five Shot, Two Killed in East New York

Officers stood outside Brooklyns 75th Precinct on Sunday afternoon asking the public for information

Aug 9, 2021 10:14 AM Read more >

The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Bushwick

Overall, crime is down in Bushwick and in Brooklyn as a whole.

Aug 6, 2021 12:18 PM Read more >