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Bridge Overhaul Adds Bike Lane to Brooklyn's Fort Hamilton Parkway

Bridge Overhaul Adds Bike Lane to Brooklyn's Fort Hamilton Parkway

Work has begun on a $37 million project that will fix the bridge carrying Fort Hamilton Parkway over the Gowanus Expressway.
Brooklyn Man Convicted of Orchestrating a Murder While Sex Trafficking in East New York

Brooklyn Man Convicted of Orchestrating a Murder While Sex Trafficking in East New York

Omari Scott, also known as Prince and Sir Prince, was convicted of arranging the murder of rival pimp Cleveland Clay. Both men participated in sex trafficking at Penn Track, a frequent strip for prostitution in East New York.
NYC Mayor Signs Executive Order Defining Antisemitism

NYC Mayor Signs Executive Order Defining Antisemitism

New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Sunday signed an executive order to recognize an international definition of antisemitism in order to enable "a thoughtful response" to crimes against Jewish New Yorkers.
City Eyes Flatbush Avenue Overhaul to Boost Brooklyn Bus Speeds

City Eyes Flatbush Avenue Overhaul to Boost Brooklyn Bus Speeds

The city Department of Transportation is planning on adding a dedicated bus lane on Flatbush Avenue from Downtown Brooklyn to Grand Army Plaza.
Educators Applauded For Including Anti-Ageism Curriculum in Brooklyn

Educators Applauded For Including Anti-Ageism Curriculum in Brooklyn

Administrators and principals from Brooklyn South High Schools on May 21 were recognized by the Department of Education for their work in implementing the Anti-Ageism Resource Guide into their curriculum.
Inclusive Early Childhood Education Center Arrives in Brooklyn

Inclusive Early Childhood Education Center Arrives in Brooklyn

P.S. 6, a Flatbush elementary school, will gain a new annex that will serve students with autism and other disabilities this fall.
Borough President Spars With City Officials Over Brooklyn Marine Terminal

Borough President Spars With City Officials Over Brooklyn Marine Terminal

Antonio Reynoso accused officials from the city Economic Development Corporation of using scare tactics to get the Broolyn Marine Taskforce to agree to their plans at a contentious town hall on Wednesday.
NYC Wants E-Bike And Scooter Speed Limit Set at 15-mph

NYC Wants E-Bike And Scooter Speed Limit Set at 15-mph

 New York City Mayor Eric Adams wants slower speeds in bike lanes. 
Despite Promises of Housing, Hoops and Jobs, State Has Given up on Affordable Units in Prospect Heights, Critics Say

Despite Promises of Housing, Hoops and Jobs, State Has Given up on Affordable Units in Prospect Heights, Critics Say

Brooklyn leaders and officials on Tuesday blasted the state for not holding Pacific Park’s developer accountable for missing its affordable housing deadline and hinted at a lawsuit to enforce $1.75 million in monthly penalties.
Crime Dips, But Teen Offenses Still a Concern in NYC

Crime Dips, But Teen Offenses Still a Concern in NYC

New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday welcomed the recent drop in crime, while NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch warned that crime committed by children continues to be a serious concern.