Brooklyn Building Company Accused Of Union Busting And Wage Theft

"They make you feel like you’re afraid to ask any questions," said door person Ashley Mejia. "And you can’t just do anything."

Bushwick Activist Sandy Nurse Joins Race to Oust Dilan

Sandy Nurse, a 35-year-old activist, is the second candidate to jump into the race

'NYCHA Housing Crisis' Up For Debate At Bushwick Public Forum

The city's beleaguered public housing agency will be the topic of a public forum hosted by state Senator Julia Salazar Wednesday.

Sign Fines 'Break The Backbone' Of NYC Small Businesses: Electeds

Brooklyn lawmakers rallied against what they called the 'sledgehammer of tickets' small business owners face for small sign violations.

Julia Salazar Wins Bushwick State Senate Race

Julia Salazar won the Democratic primary in the race to represent the 18th state senate district.

Watch Cynthia Nixon And Andrew Cuomo Debate At These BK Bars

Here's where to watch the gubernatorial debate in Brooklyn Wednesday night.

All New Skyscrapers Should Have Green Roofs, Councilman Says

City Councilman Rafael Espinal's bill calls for all new NYC buildings to have plants, solar panels and wind turbines on their roofs.

NYC Reps Fight Trump With Planned Plastic Ban At His Properties

Proposed legislation would outlaw plastic bottle sales in the city's public parks, including a Trump-operated rink and golf course.

First NYC Night Mayor Will Be Former Bar Owner Ariel Palitz

Palitz, the former owner of Sutra, will take charge of the Office of Nightlife, Bushwick's city councilman Rafael Espinal announced.

NYC Dads Get Help Changing Diapers Under New Law

Every new bathroom in the city must have diaper-changing tables, regardless of gender.

NYC City Council Election District 37 Results

Bushwick and Cypress Hills took to the polls Tuesday. Here's what you need to know.

Bushwick Developers To Pay $132K In Illegal Buyout Settlement: AG

The Jones brothers will pay a $132,000 fine after they pressured tenants to give up rent-controlled apartments, said the attorney general.

Mayor Approves Night Mayor Legislation At House Of Yes

Mayor Bill de Blasio was joined by City Councilman Rafael Espinal and Ramones' drummer Marky Ramone at the House of Yes Tuesday night.

NYC City Council Election District 34: Candidates, Polling Places And More

Everything you need to know to vote in Tuesday's primary election in Bushwick, Williamsburg and Ridgewood, Queens.

New York City Will Get Its Night Mayor

City Council approved legislation that will create one of the cooler job titles in the City's governmental history.

Hexing Ceremony Targets President Trump With Witchcraft In Brooklyn

“How much different is it from praying to God that your candidate wins?” asked one attendee.

Anti-Gentrification March Will Lead Protesters Through Brooklyn

It will start at Barclays Center and make stops in Crown Heights, Bed-Stuy and Bushwick.

Bushwick City Councilman Introduces 'Night Mayor' Legislation To Protect DIY Businesses

Bushwick representative Rafael Espinal introduced his 'Night Mayor' bill on Thursday to be debated in a City Council hearing next week.

Predatory Used Car Dealers Targeted By New Legislation

Councilman Rafael Espinal proposed a new bill to prevent used car dealers luring vulnerable consumers into predatory loans.

North Brooklyn Residents Concerned About Immigration Should Attend This Meeting

The meeting will be a chance for Williamsburg and Bushwick residents to be informed of their rights and mobilize.

Bushwick Leader Proposes Food Donor And Recipient Database

City council member Rafael Espinal proposed "the Amazon.com of food rescue," where restaurants and food banks could coordinate donations.

Bushwick Leader Praises Gov. Cuomo's New $1.4 Billion Brooklyn Plan

Council Member Espinal called the governor's plan to improve quality of life in Central Brooklyn "comprehensive, bold and necessary."

Bushwick Slumlord Cut Off By City After 2 Babies Killed

The Department of Homeless Services said on Thursday it is "phasing out" Bushwick Economic Development Corporation over the next few months.

ICE Raids In NYC: Bushwick Group Organizes Protest

Make the Road New York, based in Bushwick, is leading a large protest outside the homeland security building in Manhattan Thursday.

Bushwick Rep. Backs Bills Against Immigration Order And Steve Bannon's Promotion

Velázquez spoke out against both of the administration's actions during a Wednesday night town hall with her constituents.

MISSING: 78-Year-Old Juana Echevarria Last Seen Saturday

The elderly woman was last seen on Willoughby Avenue in Bushwick, cops said.

Know Your Rights In The Face Of Trump: Town Hall Meeting To Educate Bushwick

Council member Espinal is running a meeting to teach Bushwick residents their rights when dealing with government agencies.

Gov. Cuomo Announces $80k Grant for North Brooklyn Domestic Violence Coalition

The governor announced Wednesday that three Brooklyn domestic violence organizations will receive $80,100 each in federal money.

Antonio Reynoso Could Face Challenge From Tommy Torres in Re-Election: Report

Torres is said to be huddling with 53rd District Assemblywoman Maritza Davila about challenging Reynoso, Kings County Politics reports.

Bushwick Residents Organize Bus Ride to Washington Women's March

There are only 20 seats left, so hurry up and reserve yours.

Bushwick: Meet Your New Local Politicians

Democratic incumbents cruised to easy victories in Bushwick this election.

Pedestrian Plaza Under Construction at Deadly Myrtle-Wyckoff Intersection

A car-free portion of the Myrtle-Wyckoff intersection will open Oct. 1, near the Bushwick, Brooklyn and Ridgewood, Queens border.

Bushwick Senator Accuses Rival of Accepting Money From Hipsters and Gentrifiers

The ultimate burn in North Brooklyn politics.

Brooklyn: Here's Another Chance to Clear Your Open Arrest Warrants

District Attorney Ken Thompson will host his fourth "Begin Again" event on Saturday in Bushwick.

Support Builds for Full L Train Shutdown

The Riders Alliance, a public transit advocacy group, and Manhattan Borough Pres. Gale Brewer have come out in support of a full shutdown.