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Kaya Laterman

Kaya Laterman

Kaya Laterman is a long-time news reporter and editor based in Brooklyn. Her most recent bylines can be found in The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. Kaya started her journalism career as a newswire service reporter in New York City and Tokyo, Japan, covering many beats, including international politics, financial markets, real estate, and most importantly, local news. She is also an adjunct lecturer for several journalism classes in the CUNY system. Her favorite part of covering the city as a journalist is all the delicious global cuisine that can be consumed while on assignment. To pitch news assignments email her at [email protected]

Recent Work by Kaya

NYC Mayor Sounds The Alarm on a Budget Shortfall

NYC Mayor Sounds The Alarm on a Budget Shortfall

Ahead of the release of the preliminary city budget in February, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said a $12 billion shortfall left by the previous administration has renewed his push to tax New York’s highest earners.
Future of Affordable Housing at Brooklyn's Atlantic Yards Tied to Public Incentives

Future of Affordable Housing at Brooklyn's Atlantic Yards Tied to Public Incentives

At a virtual Atlantic Yards workshop, development officials said affordable units would target Brooklynites earning 40% to 130% of area median income, with the number of deeply affordable units depending on available city and state support.
Where is Jose? A Brooklyn Family is Ripped Apart by ICE

Where is Jose? A Brooklyn Family is Ripped Apart by ICE

Jose Manuel De Paz Cruz was heading home to celebrate his step-son’s birthday when he was detained by federal immigration officials in Sunset Park.
Brooklyn Warehouse Catches on Fire

Brooklyn Warehouse Catches on Fire

A warehouse in Red Hook caught on fire Wednesday, destroying many stored goods owned by private companies.
NAACP NY Urges Broader Housing, Childcare Safeguards For Black Communities

NAACP NY Urges Broader Housing, Childcare Safeguards For Black Communities

Officials from the NAACP New York Conference gave an overall good assessment of Governor Kathy Hochul upcoming legislative agenda, but encouraged Albany leaders to bring forth a more nuanced look for housing and childcare proposals.
Huge EV Charging Hub to Land Under Williamsburg Bridge in Brooklyn

Huge EV Charging Hub to Land Under Williamsburg Bridge in Brooklyn

The electric vehicle charging lot will have 88 spaces and will likely open by the summer.
A House Fire Breaks Out in Brooklyn's Windsor Terrace

A House Fire Breaks Out in Brooklyn's Windsor Terrace

A fire erupted on the first floor of 105 E. 4th St. in Windsor Terrace on Monday morning. One civilian suffered minor injuries.
A Man With a Weapon Fatally Shot by Police at Brooklyn's Methodist Hospital

A Man With a Weapon Fatally Shot by Police at Brooklyn's Methodist Hospital

Police officers shot and killed a man who had barricaded himself with two others on the eighth floor of New York Presbyterian Methodist Hospital on Thursday evening.
NYC Mayor's First Press Conference With Influencers Touches on Housing, Small Business Fixes

NYC Mayor's First Press Conference With Influencers Touches on Housing, Small Business Fixes

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani hinted at creating housing for artists and cutting red tape for small business during his first press briefing, which was only open to content creators and influencers.
Counting Down The Top 10 BK Reader Stories of 2025

Counting Down The Top 10 BK Reader Stories of 2025

Here's a look back at some of your favorite original stories published in BK Reader this year.
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