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Revamping Atlantic Avenue: You May Have a Say in Brooklyn's Transformation Plans

Revamping Atlantic Avenue: You May Have a Say in Brooklyn's Transformation Plans

A neighborhood plan to transform a stretch of Brooklyn’s Atlantic Avenue for residential and commercial use is in the works — but not without some community concern.
The Rats Are Going to Hate This: Kathleen Corradi is the New 'Rat Czar' Appointed by the Mayor

The Rats Are Going to Hate This: Kathleen Corradi is the New 'Rat Czar' Appointed by the Mayor

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has named Kathleen Corradi as the city's new rat czar. “You’ll be seeing a lot more of me — and a lot less rats,” Corradi vowed.
As the Battle Over Bail Reform Continues, So Does One BK Assembly Member’s Hunger Strike

As the Battle Over Bail Reform Continues, So Does One BK Assembly Member’s Hunger Strike

On Easter Sunday, Brooklyn Assembly Member Latrice Walker began a hunger strike to protest Gov. Kathy Hochul’s attempts to change bail reform legislation.
Former Brooklyn Banker Charged with Operating Cryptocurrency Fraud Scheme

Former Brooklyn Banker Charged with Operating Cryptocurrency Fraud Scheme

If convicted, Rashawn Russell of Brooklyn will face a maximum of 20 years in prison.
Second Annual Iftar Celebration Hosted by Brooklyn Borough President Draws 200 Attendees

Second Annual Iftar Celebration Hosted by Brooklyn Borough President Draws 200 Attendees

An evening of prayer and traditional foods brings Brooklyn’s Muslim community together in observance of the holiest month of the year.
Man Sentenced to Prison for Stealing School Bus in East Flatbush

Man Sentenced to Prison for Stealing School Bus in East Flatbush

Defendant ignored police orders to stop and fled with officers holding onto the bus.
Brooklyn Man Indicted For Allegedly Sex Trafficking 19-Year-Old Girl

Brooklyn Man Indicted For Allegedly Sex Trafficking 19-Year-Old Girl

The Crown Heights resident is facing numerous charges including sex trafficking, assault, promoting prostitution, among others.
City Expands the DOT Program Bringing Short-Term Rental Cars to Brooklyn

City Expands the DOT Program Bringing Short-Term Rental Cars to Brooklyn

The Department of Transportation has recently announced the first expansion of carshare; users should expect to see new dedicated carshare spaces across Brooklyn.
Brooklyn Takes Center Stage in NYC's Efforts to Combat Rat Infestations

Brooklyn Takes Center Stage in NYC's Efforts to Combat Rat Infestations

New York City is sending rat-busting crews to various neighborhoods across the city in an effort to address the city's growing rat problem.
Keeping Greenpoint Green: National Grid Officially Ditches Fracked Gas Pipeline Plans in North BK

Keeping Greenpoint Green: National Grid Officially Ditches Fracked Gas Pipeline Plans in North BK

The No North Brooklyn Pipeline Alliance learned about the utility company's decision to withdraw the application via an email from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.