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‘Our Message Is Clear: Defund the Police, Invest in Our Communities’

‘Our Message Is Clear: Defund the Police, Invest in Our Communities’

Activists and community members gathered over the weekend to unveil five new community murals advocating the defunding of the NYPD
Controversial Bed-Stuy Bikini Bar Reopens, Vows to Fight Shutdown Efforts

Controversial Bed-Stuy Bikini Bar Reopens, Vows to Fight Shutdown Efforts

Brooklyn's Community Board 3 wants Amour Cabaret gone. But the club's owners say they are being 'vilified.'

Bushwick Artist's “Urban Miniatures” of NYC Get Big Attention

Danny Cortes evokes “nostalgic memories” with his detailed dioramas of New York City scenes. His hobby has become his full-time job, with clients including rappers and sports stars.

New Bed-Stuy Barbershop Creates Welcoming Space for Queer Community

Kareem Woodson opened Enkel’s barbershop to combat culture of ‘hypermasculinity’

Is the NYPD's New 'Graffiti Cleanup' Blotting Out Brooklyn Street Art?

A Brooklyn artist has filed a lawsuit against the City and NYPD saying their anti-graffiti campaign is endangering hundreds of valuable, recognized, and permitted artworks across NYC.

East Flatbush Hospital Closure Set For July 1, Despite Community's Pleas

Community members have been fighting to save Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center beds, but say Governor Cuomo and One Brooklyn Health are rapidly moving forward with the closure

New Legislation to Increase Rental Vouchers Gives Hope to Homeless New Yorkers

The passage of Intro 146 will significantly increase the CityFHEPS rental assistance program, potentially making over 70,000 new apartments accessible to voucher holders.

Local Artist Documents Historic Bed-Stuy Mosque in New Film

Aisha Amin is a filmmaker and native New Yorker whose work is inspired by Masjid At-Taqwa, a historic Brooklyn mosque.

BK Senator's Gun Control Bill Would Be First U.S. Law to End Legal Immunity for Gun Dealers

Senator Zellnor Myrie is demanding accountability for the gun industry, which is shielded by legal immunity.
Affordable Housing Takes Center Stage at BK Borough President Debate

Affordable Housing Takes Center Stage at BK Borough President Debate

Seven candidates came together during a virtual debate on May 26 to discuss affordable housing, arts and culture, and Community Land Trusts.