PICS: Meet the Superheroes of Brooklyn's PS 36

A superhero-themed curriculum at the school encourages students, many of whom have struggled elsewhere, to celebrate their gifts.

Brownsville Rents Up 20% Since 1990: Study

And in the past 15 years, the median household went from paying 30 percent of its income for rent to 40 percent, NYU analysts found.

MISSING: 10-Year-Old Brooklyn Boy Kumarie Bailey

The young boy disappeared from his Ocean Hill home — located between Bed-Stuy, Brownsville and Crown Heights — Tuesday afternoon, cops say.

Three Ways to Be Safe and Have Fun This Memorial Day While on the Water

Sea Tow Foundation’s Annual Campaign Urges Boaters to Appoint a Designated Skipper

Minivan Linked to East New York Murder, Police Say

Murder victim Charles Jones, 41, had just finished a 14-year prison sentence when he was killed on April 29.

Armed Robbers Target Brooklyn Hotel Guests: NYPD

Two guests lost cell phones and cash in the Brownsville break-in, police say, and one was cut on the head.

Brooklyn Woman Killed by Hit-and-Run Driver in Stolen SUV: Police

Chooi Tan, 51, died Sunday after a mass-casualty hit-and-run in South Brooklyn, according to the NYPD. The SUV driver is still at large.

East New York Man Fatally Shot Outside Apartment

Charles Jones, 41, was killed Friday morning, according to the NYPD.

Follow the Hasbro Marvel Heroes Bus around NYC on 4/28!

Family-friendly event in NYC to celebrate Marvel's Captain America: Civil War with Hasbro toys and games

The Power of Letting Go:

Workshop & Trapeze Adventure with Sonia Satra

This Young Brooklyn Man Has Been Missing Since March, Police Say

Matthew Brandon was last seen March 27 at his home in East Flatbush near Brownsville, according to police.

Akai Gurley's Family Prepares Civil Suit Against Ex-Cop Peter Liang, City of New York

Meanwhile, Liang may appeal his criminal conviction, and the Brooklyn District Attorney will appeal the reduction of his charges.

Dwayne 'Pearl' Washington, Syracuse Great From Brownsville, Dead at 52

The basketball star attended Boys and Girls High School in Bed-Stuy. He was diagnosed with a brain tumor last year.

Peter Liang Sentenced: Brooklyn Cop Will Serve No Jail Time for Killing Akai Gurley

A Brooklyn judge reduced the former NYPD officer's manslaughter conviction to "criminally negligent homicide" Tuesday.

Multiple Brooklyn Polling Sites Opened Late Tuesday -- and Left Some Regulars Off Rolls

"Good morning disenfranchisement."

Brooklyn Muggers Make Off With Cash, Cards -- and a Taxi Cab

Three victims were targeted early Monday morning near East New York while sitting in the cab, according to the NYPD.

La Voix Explores The Minds of Showbiz Legends in the NYC Debut of Her One-Woman Show, "Diva Breakdown"

Drag Show

President Petraeus

NYS Primary Write-In

Brooklyn Man Arrested for Exposing Himself to 11-Year-Old: NYPD

Akijah Hall, 20, grabbed the victim's arm while displaying his genitals, according to police.

'Asian and Black Business Leaders' Meet at Brooklyn Borough Hall Ahead of Peter Liang Verdict

The former NYPD officer, found guilty of manslaughter for killing Brooklyn resident Akai Gurley, is scheduled to be sentenced on April 14.

This Guy Exposed Himself to an 11-Year-Old Brooklyn Schoolgirl, Cops Say

The suspect approached a young girl in East New York and "grabbed her arm while exposing his private parts," according to the NYPD.

Attorney Jeffrey Schietzelt Accepts Teaching Position at Sacred Heart University

Prominent New York trial attorney Jeffrey Schietzelt has accepted a teaching position at Sacred Heart University.

Suspect Still Loose in Slashing, Burning Murder Near East New York: NYPD

The victim, 61-year-old Cypress Hills father and grandfather Romulo Heras, was found dead inside his burning home on Jan. 22.

Gnarly Karma Ready to Bring Their Lyrical Jam Rock and Powerful Live Shows to NYC, NJ and All Over Long Island

Long Island Based Foursome to Play the Legendary Bitter End Saturday, 4/16, Open for Famed Guitarist of The Doors Along with a Slew of Upcom

Motivational Rapper, Speaker, Role Model, and Counter-Bully Unkle Adams Debuts New Single "Original" with Accompanying Video

The Song Features a Powerful Uplifting Message with a Sense of Humor

Brooklyn Borough President Would Rather Bernie and Hillary Debate in Brownsville

“If they don’t change the location, I am not going to the debate in the Navy Yard," Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams tells Yahoo News.

NYPD Installs Gunfire Detection System in East New York, Brooklyn

Police officers patrolling East New York will now receive alerts on their cellphones when the system picks up a gunshot in their precinct.

Brooklyn Cellphone Thief Targets 14-Year-Old Girl: Police

Two unidentified robbers shoved a 13-year-old boy to the ground and stole a 14-year-old girl's phone on March 18 in City Line, police said.

L Train Rider in NY Giants Gear Punches Woman, Steals Her Phone: NYPD

The alleged robbery occurred earlier this month on an L Train platform in Brownsville.