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Brooklyn Politicians Sound Off on Mayor's Indictment

Brooklyn Politicians Sound Off on Mayor's Indictment

Politicians on the national stage called for restraint, while local elected officials want the mayor to resign.
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Two Brooklyn Schools Recognized Among Nation’s Best

Two Brooklyn Schools Recognized Among Nation’s Best

A. Fantis School of Saints Constantine & Helen Cathedral and Brooklyn School of Inquiry were named part of the 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools cohort by the U.S. Department of Education.
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Brooklyn Residents Have Mixed Feelings About Mayor's Indictment

Brooklyn Residents Have Mixed Feelings About Mayor's Indictment

Brooklyn residents said it was a confusing time for the city.
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Mayor Indicted on Bribery Conspiracy, Fraud, Soliciting Illegal Foreign Campaign Funds

Mayor Indicted on Bribery Conspiracy, Fraud, Soliciting Illegal Foreign Campaign Funds

The mayor said he will not resign during a mid-morning press conference on Thursday.
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Transportation Advocates Press for Urgent Launch of Congestion Pricing

Transportation Advocates Press for Urgent Launch of Congestion Pricing

City and state officials teamed up with nonprofits to discuss the future of congestion pricing.
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams is Indicted

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is Indicted

Adams is the first mayor in New York City history to face indictment, the New York Times reported.
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Adams Confident in Leadership Despite Wave of Resignations

Adams Confident in Leadership Despite Wave of Resignations

New York City Mayor Eric Adams said many top officials leave after three years on the job.
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Jobs in Coney Island, Brighton Beach Double in a Decade

Jobs in Coney Island, Brighton Beach Double in a Decade

Housing costs and needed repairs are a large issue for residents, according to a new report by the State Comptroller.
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East New York Residents: Speak Up on Flooding Issues on Oct. 1

East New York Residents: Speak Up on Flooding Issues on Oct. 1

Talk to officials from the city Department of Environmental Protection at the New Lots Library to learn about flood mitigation plans and speak up about open space options.
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NYC Education Chancellor Banks to Step Down

NYC Education Chancellor Banks to Step Down

New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday said New York City Public Schools Chancellor David Banks will step down on December 31, 2024.
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