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Can City Council's New Bill Secure the Survival of Small Businesses?

Can City Council's New Bill Secure the Survival of Small Businesses?

Supporters hope the bill will prevent landlords from keeping storefronts vacant; opponents call it a rent control scheme.
BP Adams, Community Call on NYPD to Investigate Flatbush Subway Attack as Hate Crime

BP Adams, Community Call on NYPD to Investigate Flatbush Subway Attack as Hate Crime

A Flatbush woman was punched and stabbed by a man who yelled racist and misogynistic slurs as she stepped off a train on Friday evening.
ENY Basement Apartment Pilot Program Gets First City Council Hearing

ENY Basement Apartment Pilot Program Gets First City Council Hearing

The pilot program would create more affordable housing within existing buildings while bringing illegal units up to code
City Council Passes Bill to Expand Commuter Van Regulation

City Council Passes Bill to Expand Commuter Van Regulation

The new bill expands the city's authority to include and regulate vehicles that seat more than 20 passengers
In Historic Midterms, New Yorkers Elect James as State's First Woman Attorney General

In Historic Midterms, New Yorkers Elect James as State's First Woman Attorney General

Not a surprise, the Democrats defended their stronghold in New York State during the 2018 midterm election.
Clarke and Red Cross Prep Brooklynites for Emergencies and Disasters

Clarke and Red Cross Prep Brooklynites for Emergencies and Disasters

Citizen Preparedness Trainings provide residents with resources to prepare for natural and man-made disasters as they become more frequent.
Where and How to Vote in the 2018 Midterms

Where and How to Vote in the 2018 Midterms

An overview on NY voting rights and other election questions to help you prep for Tuesday's midterms!
Espinal Introduces Bills to Fight Sexual Harassment in Nightlife Venues

Espinal Introduces Bills to Fight Sexual Harassment in Nightlife Venues

The legislation package includes mandatory bystander training for staff, sexual harassment awareness campaigns and zero-tolerance policies at venues citywide
NY Pols, Community Leaders Decry Bigotry and Gun Violence in Wake of Pittsburgh Shooting

NY Pols, Community Leaders Decry Bigotry and Gun Violence in Wake of Pittsburgh Shooting

Members of congress, state and city government gathered in solidarity with the Pittsburgh victims
Officer Who Nearly Died After Dragged by Fleeing Car, Honored in East Flatbush

Officer Who Nearly Died After Dragged by Fleeing Car, Honored in East Flatbush

Detective Dalsh Veve was recognized for his heroic efforts and exemplary behavior in the line of duty.