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‘I Want Something Done': After NYPD Officers Hit and Kill Man With Police Van in Crown Heights, Victim's Family Demands Action

‘I Want Something Done': After NYPD Officers Hit and Kill Man With Police Van in Crown Heights, Victim's Family Demands Action

Ronald Anthony Smith died after he was struck by an NYPD van in Crown Heights in April.
Brooklyn Votes For Proposition 1's 'Green' Funds

Brooklyn Votes For Proposition 1's 'Green' Funds

This week, New York voters approved Proposition 1 — the Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 202k2.
Hochul Signs Bill to Increase M/WBE Non-Compete Threshold to $1M

Hochul Signs Bill to Increase M/WBE Non-Compete Threshold to $1M

This increase will mean M/WBEs will be able to compete more effectively for larger contracts with the city without having to respond to a request for proposal
Racial Justice Leaders at Medgar Evers College Lay Out Why Brooklyn's Black Youth Vote is so 'Urgent'

Racial Justice Leaders at Medgar Evers College Lay Out Why Brooklyn's Black Youth Vote is so 'Urgent'

The Center for Law and Social Justice at Medgar Evers College is running a campaign to educate young Black voters why it is so important to vote — and to vote on 3 new racial justice ballot initiatives — in the 2022 midterms elections.
BK Reader's Voter Guide to the 2022 General Election

BK Reader's Voter Guide to the 2022 General Election

Election Day is Nov. 8, as early voting continues in Brooklyn.

BK Property Owner is Getting Sued for Tricking 20 Immigrant Families Out of $5M

Steven Wu illegally sold fake condo units and stole more than $5 million from at least 20 Chinese immigrant families. Now, he's getting sued by Attorney General Letitia James.
Here's What Brooklyn Voters Should Know About Their Rights Before Hitting the Polls

Here's What Brooklyn Voters Should Know About Their Rights Before Hitting the Polls

Guidance details laws against intimidation and coercive conduct at poll sites, reminds voters of right to easy participation in elections.

Attorney General Announces Election Protection Hotline Ahead of Nov. 8

Voters experiencing problems can call (866) 390-2992, submit complaints online or email [email protected].
Historic Black Women's Society Fights for Tax Exemption to Maintain its Bed-Stuy Headquarters

Historic Black Women's Society Fights for Tax Exemption to Maintain its Bed-Stuy Headquarters

The Legal Aid Society is backing The United Order of Tents — which was once a safe haven for people escaping slavery — in its fight for a real property tax exemption.
Coney Island Mother Indicted for Drowning her 3 Children

Coney Island Mother Indicted for Drowning her 3 Children

Woman allegedly drowned children in the ocean off the Coney Island boardwalk.