Policy & Government

With a new development team on board, Brooklyn residents will have three opportunities to tell the state what they want for the next phase of the project once known as Atlantic Yards.

Governor Kathy Hochul announces free college applications across SUNY, CUNY and private colleges throughout October as part of New York State College Application Month.

Attorney General Letitia James launched the enforcement of the “Stop Hiding Hate” Act, compelling social media companies to report how they handle hate speech, misinformation and harassment online.

The state senator has secured over $30 million for schools, nonprofits and community services across Brooklyn over her 10-year career as a legislator.

The 15-year-old victim was approached in Harlem and lured to Brooklyn, according to Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez.

Fortress Investment Group, U.S. Immigration Fund, Cirrus and LCOR formed a joint venture to take over the development of Pacific Park, which stalled after the current owner fell into financial trouble.

On an average weekday, there were 457 illegally parked vehicles in Downtown Brooklyn, according to a new report released by City Council Member Lincoln Restler.

A $1.4M renovation brings new life to John Paul Jones Park in Bay Ridge, adding improved paths, benches and a new entrance.

The Climate Action Grants program celebrated Brooklyn residents for leading grassroots sustainability projects that benefit thousands of public housing neighbors.

The base fare for subways, local buses and Access-A-Ride is increasing 10 cents to $3 starting in January 2026.