🌱 NY Lawmakers Debate Abortion Protections + Suspect Indicted

Hello again, neighbors! It's me, Sean Peek, your temporary host of the Brooklyn Daily. Here are all the things you need to know about what's happening in town today.

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More humid; afternoon showers. High: 81 Low: 67.

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Here are the top three stories today in Brooklyn:

1. NY lawmakers began debating a piece of legislation Tuesday that would expand the legal protections for those seeking an abortion. Governor Kathy Hochul has called for New York to expand these protections as questions continue to surround whether or not the Supreme Court will overrule Roe vs. Wade this summer. Currently, there are over half a dozen abortion-related bills lawmakers are planning to send to Hochul for signature this week. (Brooklyn Daily Eagle)
2. A suspect has been indicted for allegedly stabbing a fellow Ukrainian in Brooklyn. According to authorities, 31-year-old Oleg Sulyma, a Ukrainian immigrant living in Gravesen 31- falsely believed the 36-year-old victim was Russian. Investigators stated Sulyma stabbed the man after yelling “you look Russian” at around 3:45 a.m. inside a lounge near Emmons Avenue and E. 21st Street. Sulyma has been charged with second-degree attempted murder as a hate crime, assault as a hate crime, and 32 other charges. (AMNY)
3. Ready to find your dream home in the Brooklyn area? There are five upcoming open houses in the next week. Check out the homes including prices as well as times and dates of the open houses on Patch. (Brooklyn Patch)

Today in Brooklyn:

• Open Garden Photo Shoot - Carroll Hall (9:30 AM)
• 3D Printing Giveaway: Dragons! - Brooklyn Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Virtual English Conversation Group - Brooklyn Public Library (10:30 AM)
• Library Lanes (Virtual Bowling) - Brooklyn Public Library (10:30 AM)

From my notebook:

• Check out all the N.Y.C. Pride events this year, including where to celebrate at the link! (The New York Times)
• Are you ready? Brooklyn Art Council’s Spring Party is less than a week away! Kick off the festivities now with early access to the silent auction! Even if you can’t make it to the event, you can still bid and purchase items on the event site. Click here to learn more. (Facebook)
• Alumni Reunion Weekend is just 2 days away at St. Francis College Brooklyn! Join the college in celebrating classes 2012, 2002, 1997, 1992, 1982, 1972, 1962, and 1952 and their achievements! (Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today! Patrick will be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.