Policy & Government

Developers to Amend Illegal Plans for Bushwick High-Rise After Locals Uncover Surprise Clause

Neighbors of 1333 Broadway discovered a proposed 20-story development for the site which included a 114-car parking lot might be illegal. They were right.

Sep 2, 2021 10:51 AM Read more >

New York Extends Eviction Moratorium Through January

The new legislation includes changes to abide by two Supreme Court decisions that said the original moratorium was unconstitutional

Sep 2, 2021 9:51 AM Read more >

Serial Burglar Sentenced for Three Brooklyn Break-Ins

A Staten Island man has been sentenced for up to 12 years for breaking into three Brooklyn apartments

Aug 31, 2021 10:31 AM Read more >

National Grid Avoided 'White' Neighborhoods for Pipeline, New Complaint Alleges

Brooklyn residents are asking the federal government to turn off the gas in the completed parts of the North Brooklyn pipeline, alleging new data revealing thousands of dangerous leaks in nearby National Grid pipes

Aug 30, 2021 7:04 PM Read more >

With Cases of Elder Abuse on the Rise, NYers Are Urged to Take Care of Older Neighbors

Elder abuse impacts more than one in ten New York seniors, a new study has shown

Aug 27, 2021 2:59 PM Read more >

The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Crown Heights

Overall, crime is down in Crown Heights, and in Brooklyn as a whole.

Aug 27, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

What do we Know About the City's School Reopening Plan?

This year, New York City's public school students are being sent back to the classroom with no remote learning option. So how does the City plan to keep them safe?

Aug 25, 2021 5:02 PM Read more >

NYCs Lack of Preparedness for Pandemic Left Residents Unprotected: Comptroller

The lack planning for a pandemic, inadequate data collection, expired stockpiles of PPE, and more left the City unprepared to protect its residents against COVID-19.

Aug 23, 2021 10:45 AM Read more >

The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Brownsville

Overall, crime is down in Brownsville, and in Brooklyn as a whole.

Aug 20, 2021 11:38 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Shooting that Left 11-Year-Old Paralyzed

A 30-year-old Brooklyn man pleaded guilty to charges of attempted murder and assault

Aug 18, 2021 5:49 PM Read more >