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Senator Persaud Presents $250,000 to Canarsie School Sports Field

Senator Persaud Presents $250,000 to Canarsie School Sports Field

The money will be used to upgrade the lighting system at the sports facility.
Mayor's Ex-Chief of Staff, Brooklyn Monsignor Possible Target of Fed Probe, Report Says

Mayor's Ex-Chief of Staff, Brooklyn Monsignor Possible Target of Fed Probe, Report Says

Federal investigators are looking into the financial and possible business dealings of Frank Carone, the former chief of staff to NYC Mayor Eric Adams, and a monsignor in a Brooklyn Diocese, sources told NBC News 4 New York.
Brooklyn Healthcare Workers Rally Against Trump's Remarks on Haitian Immigrants

Brooklyn Healthcare Workers Rally Against Trump's Remarks on Haitian Immigrants

The Haitian diaspora say Trump's remarks during the presidential debate was racist and divisive.
Brooklyn Homeowners Rally to Repeal Short Term Rental Law

Brooklyn Homeowners Rally to Repeal Short Term Rental Law

Some property owners say the current law prohibiting short-term rentals is hampering their ability to stay in and maintain their homes.
MTA Unveils $68.4B Budget for 2025 - 2029

MTA Unveils $68.4B Budget for 2025 - 2029

The transit agency wants to introduce new subway cars, fix stations and modernize its signal system.
New Yorkers Are Not Concerned Over Federal Investigations, Mayor Says

New Yorkers Are Not Concerned Over Federal Investigations, Mayor Says

New York City Mayor Eric Adams also defended police officers shooting a subway fare jumper in Brownsville.
Public Schools Chancellor Advocates AI in Education

Public Schools Chancellor Advocates AI in Education

AI cannot replace great teachers and principals, but can help with evaluations and other tasks, Public Schools Chancellor David C. Banks said.
Energized Brooklyn Dems Host Fundraiser for Harris at Junior's

Energized Brooklyn Dems Host Fundraiser for Harris at Junior's

The Brooklyn Democratic Party hosted a buoyant fundraiser for presidential nominee Kamala Harris on Monday.
MTA Starts Automated Camera Enforcement on New Bus Routes

MTA Starts Automated Camera Enforcement on New Bus Routes

If you double park in a certain bus lanes, you will be issued a warning, and then fined between $50 to $250.
Floyd Bennett Field Migrant Shelter to Operate For 1 More Year

Floyd Bennett Field Migrant Shelter to Operate For 1 More Year

The National Parks Service approved a one-year extension, according to the New York Post.