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Man Fatally Shot by NYPD After Slashing an Officer in Brooklyn

Man Fatally Shot by NYPD After Slashing an Officer in Brooklyn

A man walked into the 73rd police precinct in Brownsville and tried to slash an officer with a butcher knife. After a chase, the assailant was shot by police officers.
Brooklyn's Flatbush Avenue to Get Major Bus Overhaul

Brooklyn's Flatbush Avenue to Get Major Bus Overhaul

The city is creating center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Downtown Brooklyn to Grand Army Plaza.
NYC Teachers Get Free Supplies at Materials for the Arts Back-to-School Spree

NYC Teachers Get Free Supplies at Materials for the Arts Back-to-School Spree

As the new school year begins, New York City public school teachers are heading back to class with some extra support thanks to Materials for the Arts (MFTA).
NY Cracks Down on Vape Vendors

NY Cracks Down on Vape Vendors

Two Brooklyn vape shops were among those hit in New York’s largest criminal enforcement action, with dozens of arrests and charges for illegally shipping flavored vaping products to minors.
More Students Enjoy Their First Day of School With Open Streets

More Students Enjoy Their First Day of School With Open Streets

A record-high number of Open Streets at NYC Public Schools enhance safety for Brooklyn families and their children.
Brooklyn Tower Causes Angst in Fort Greene

Brooklyn Tower Causes Angst in Fort Greene

The new 72-story building at 392 Flatbush Ext. would consist of 1,263 apartments, of which 325 units will be affordable units for very low- to moderate-income households. Some Fort Greene residents say it's too tall and it would cast a shadow on nearby Fort Greene Park.
NYC Buses Are Behind The Times

NYC Buses Are Behind The Times

Many Brooklyn bus lines bunch up, fail to show up on schedule and are too slow, a new report from the city Comptroller found.
As Costs Climb, School Supplies Strain Brooklyn Households

As Costs Climb, School Supplies Strain Brooklyn Households

One Brooklyn parent said his children were going to reuse school supplies from last year.
Learn if You Qualify For City Benefits And Services in Bed-Stuy

Learn if You Qualify For City Benefits And Services in Bed-Stuy

The city Public Engagement Unit and Department of Social Services are hosting a Benefits On Your Block event in Herbert Von King Park on Saturday, Sept. 6.
Brooklyn Residents Urged to Claim Their Lost Money

Brooklyn Residents Urged to Claim Their Lost Money

Kings County residents may have unclaimed funds from old accounts, deposits or checks. Find and claim your money at upcoming local events or online.