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Harris Gets Brooklyn's Support, But Faces Divided Opinions

Harris Gets Brooklyn's Support, But Faces Divided Opinions

Voters interviewed by BK Reader agreed that the vice president was clear in outlining her policies during Tuesday night's debate when compared to the former president.
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Mayor Won't Remove NYPD Commissioner, Eyes Reelection Amid New FBI Raids

Mayor Won't Remove NYPD Commissioner, Eyes Reelection Amid New FBI Raids

Mayor Eric Adams said he was surprised to hear about the federal raids during his regular weekly press briefing on Tuesday.
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Staten Island-Bound BQE to Undergo Lane Closures in September

Staten Island-Bound BQE to Undergo Lane Closures in September

The partial lane closures in Downtown Brooklyn are scheduled for Sept. 14-16 and Sept. 21-23.
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City Offers $4,000 Housing Grants to Migrant Families, Report Says

City Offers $4,000 Housing Grants to Migrant Families, Report Says

The New York City Department of Homeless Services (DHS) has provided assistance to 150 migrant families to help them move from city shelters into permanent housing, the Gothamist reported.
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Photos: Election Issues Unpacked by MSNBC Hosts at BAM

Photos: Election Issues Unpacked by MSNBC Hosts at BAM

Brooklyn had a prime seat to MSNBC experts breaking down key topics ahead of the presidential election.
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Major Health And Safety Issues in City Parks Bathrooms, Report Says

Major Health And Safety Issues in City Parks Bathrooms, Report Says

A City Council report said many public bathrooms remain closed, without garbage cans and were unsanitary.
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A New Clinton Hill Family Housing Emerges Thanks to $1.5M Funding

The Emerson-Davis Family Residence will now turn into a 12-story, 103-unit building with expanded services for adults with mental health challenges.
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Looking For a Presidential Debate Watch Party in Brooklyn?

Looking For a Presidential Debate Watch Party in Brooklyn?

There are plenty of events so you don't have to watch Tuesday's presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump on your own.
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Brooklyn Teachers Use Own Money, Fundraisers to Purchase Classroom Supplies

Brooklyn Teachers Use Own Money, Fundraisers to Purchase Classroom Supplies

The average teacher spends anywhere from $500 to $750 of their own money each year to keep their classes stocked.
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City Adds 24 New Schools, 7 in Brooklyn

City Adds 24 New Schools, 7 in Brooklyn

There are two schools in Brooklyn that also got a new annex and addition.
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