Policy & Government

Bushwick Braces for Upzoning

As the City Council prepares to vote on a controversial new development, Bushwick residents worry about zoning changes to come. The first rendering for the apartment building under development at 1601 Dekalb Avenue.

Jul 31, 2018 2:17 PM Read more >

Brooklyn DA: Low-Level Marijuana Prosecutions in Brooklyn Dropped by over 90 Percent

DA Eric Gonzalez sees the success of his policy as an indication that enforcement changes can be made without jeopardizing public safety.

Jul 30, 2018 1:17 PM Read more >

City Reveals Plans to Bring 900 Affordable Housing Units to Brownsville

The developments will be built across three city-owned sites and provide space for business, recreation, arts and culture.

Jul 27, 2018 2:09 PM Read more >

Brooklyn's B12 Is the City's Most Unreliable Bus Route

The B12 route has been awarded the 2018 "Schleppie" by the Straphanger Campaign for its unreliable service The B12 is the most unreliable bus route in the city.

Jul 25, 2018 12:55 PM Read more >

Gov. Cuomo to Spend $3M on Community Gardens in Central Brooklyn

The funding is part of a $1.4 billion state plan to invest in health care, housing, open space and quality of life in Central Brooklyn Photo courtesy Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo.

Jul 23, 2018 12:36 PM Read more >

In Unanimous Vote, City Council Moves to Regulate Airbnb in NYC

If the bill becomes law, home sharing services could face fines of up to $1,500 for each listing they fail to disclose Photo: Quartz The New York City Council ruled unanimously on Wednesday to advance a bill (Int.

Jul 19, 2018 4:08 PM Read more >

Security Deposits Burden Low-Income New Yorkers, NYC Comptroller Proposes Alternatives

Comptroller Scott Stringer is calling for a cap on security deposits, proposes installments and insurance plan instead. photo credit: BK Reader New York City Comptroller Scott M.

Jul 17, 2018 1:38 PM Read more >

Candidates for NY State Office Take Aim at Political Establishment in Albany and D.C. During Flatbush Forum

The candidates squared off over affordable housing, education and tenants' rights while also calling on Democrats to unite against Trump

Jul 16, 2018 4:13 PM Read more >

Assemblywoman Richardson Accuses Sen. Hamilton of Slander, Calls Out His Republican Ties

Richardson retorts, Hamilton caucuses with Republicans for "extra money in his pocket." Assemblywoman Diana C. Richardson released a scathing video on Facebook Live Sunday accusing Sen.

Jul 13, 2018 12:25 PM Read more >

What's the Story Behind the Vanishing Trash Cans in Crown Heights?

A simple oversight, scrap metal thieves or something else? Residents puzzle over the low number of litter baskets in the neighborhood

Jul 12, 2018 11:15 AM Read more >