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BK Responds to Cuomo Investigation, Should He Be Impeached?

Cuomo broke state and federal law by sexually harassing multiple coworkers, according to a new report. What should happen next?
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NYC Mayor: Proof of Vaccination Will Now Be Needed for Indoor Dining, Gyms and More

NYC Mayor: Proof of Vaccination Will Now Be Needed for Indoor Dining, Gyms and More

Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the new requirements on Tuesday morning as coronavirus cases increase in the city
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‘Time Is Running Out for New York Riders:’ Brooklynites Rally for MTA Funding

‘Time Is Running Out for New York Riders:’ Brooklynites Rally for MTA Funding

A group of elected leaders, advocates and transit riders called on Congress to support increased funding for New York’s beleaguered transportation agency
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Digital Redlining Targeted in New Legislation Introduced by Rep. Yvette Clarke

Digital Redlining Targeted in New Legislation Introduced by Rep. Yvette Clarke

Clarke announced the Anti-Digital Redlining Act of 2021 to ensure equitable access to high-quality, affordable broadband coverage.
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Last-Minute, 17-Story Crown Heights Proposal Doesn't Fly at NYC Planning Meeting

Last-Minute, 17-Story Crown Heights Proposal Doesn't Fly at NYC Planning Meeting

Developers trying to build 34-story towers at 960 Franklin Ave that would throw shade over the botanic garden attempted an 11th hour plan-change at a crucial hearing last week
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City Pays Women $20K Less Than Men, New Report Shows

The Council released a report on pay disparities within the New York City municipal workforce
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New Legislation Would Fight NYC's Disturbing Black Maternal Death Rate

Public Advocate Jumaane Williams has introduced new legislation to help Black parents through pregnancy, childbirth and return to work
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The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Bed-Stuy

The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Bed-Stuy

Overall, crime is down in Bed-Stuy, and in Brooklyn as a whole.
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Shady Towers: 34-Story Crown Heights Build Bad for the Neighborhood, Deadly for the Garden, Locals Say

Shady Towers: 34-Story Crown Heights Build Bad for the Neighborhood, Deadly for the Garden, Locals Say

Opponents of the towers say the development will cause plants to die in the Botanical Garden, and will welcome more high-rises to Crown Heights.
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Brooklyn DA Dismisses More than 3,500 Marijuana Cases

Brooklyn DA Dismisses More than 3,500 Marijuana Cases

The move has come after marijuana was legalized by the State in March
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