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9/11: 25 Years Later

9/11: 25 Years Later

Local officials and organizations commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11 through words, art installations, funding and legislation.
Brooklyn Company Accused of Selling Fake Construction Safety Cards

Brooklyn Company Accused of Selling Fake Construction Safety Cards

An alleged scheme to bypass required construction safety training has resulted in criminal charges against two Queens men and a company with Brooklyn and Queens locations.
Gov. Hochul Announces Updates to Interborough Express Project

Gov. Hochul Announces Updates to Interborough Express Project

New renderings and progress updates on light rail connection between Brooklyn and Queens.
25 Years Later, Mamdani Makes New 9/11 Documents Public

25 Years Later, Mamdani Makes New 9/11 Documents Public

The release of previously unavailable records suggests that New Yorkers may have been misinformed about air quality and ground zero.
Mamdani Makes Sept. 11 Official Day of Remembrance

Mamdani Makes Sept. 11 Official Day of Remembrance

New York City establishes two executive orders ahead of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, aimed at honoring those affected by the attacks and updating essential service planning.
Williamsburg Condo Buyers to Receive Millions in Restitution

Williamsburg Condo Buyers to Receive Millions in Restitution

AG Letitia James helps recover millions for Brooklyn condo buyers who paid for homes they never received.
Brooklyn Residents Will Get a Say on BQE Plans

Brooklyn Residents Will Get a Say on BQE Plans

The future of one of Brooklyn’s busiest highways is moving closer to public scrutiny, with residents set to weigh in later this fall.
Brooklyn Neighborhoods Heat Up Ahead of November Election

Brooklyn Neighborhoods Heat Up Ahead of November Election

Housing, child care and health care were among the issues brought closer to Brooklyn voters as election campaigning moved into neighborhood spaces.
Three Crown Heights Buildings Transferred Away From Negligent Owner

Three Crown Heights Buildings Transferred Away From Negligent Owner

Mamdani Administration celebrates the transfer of buildings on Eastern Parkway and Sterling Place from owner Robin Dukler.
Mixed Reactions About NYC’s New AI Ban in Schools

Mixed Reactions About NYC’s New AI Ban in Schools

Mayor Mamdani and Schools Chancellor Samuels announced the most expansive AI policy for schools across the country. Here’s what it could mean and what it may not.