Restore Parolees' Voting Rights After Coronavirus Risk: Lawmakers

It's only fair that parolees get a chance to vote after facing increased coronavirus risk behind bars, two lawmakers argued in an op-ed.

Video: Mayor Heckled Over Coronavirus Prospect Park Jaunt

"This is the epitome of non-essential travel," a heckler yelled at Mayor Bill de Blasio during Hizzoner's 10-mile one-way trip to Brooklyn.

Brooklyn Lawmakers Blast Proposed $38M Hospital Cut

"Cruel, inhumane, and unacceptable" is what legislators called proposed Medicaid cuts to Brooklyn hospitals now fighting coronavirus.

Brooklyn Council Member Inez Barron Tests Positive For COVID-19

Barron, whose husband and state Assemblyman Charles Barron also has the virus, is the second City Council member with coronavirus.

AG Suspends NY Student, Medical Debt Collection

New York's Attorney General Letitia James says she can't add to burden during coronavirus "time of crisis."

Brooklyn's Community Board 8 Meeting Canceled Over COVID-19

"We’re taking it day by day,” said district manager Michelle George about when the board will next meet.

Three-Way Race For Brooklyn State Senate Seat Amps Up

Candidates for state senate District 25 unveiled a swirl of endorsements and campaign ads in their bids to represent a swath of Brooklyn.

Politicos Plan Census Canvass In Brooklyn

Door knocks by State Sen. Zellnor Myrie, Assemblywoman Diana Richardson and Community Board 9 members aim to spread the word about Census.

Brooklyn Community Pride Nears New HQ In Bedford-Union Armory

The headquarters will open as soon as September and provide mental health services, workforce help and community space for LGBTQ+ people.

Take 10 Minutes For Brooklyn's Slice Of $73B Census Pie: Video

"This is literally 10 minutes of your life, less than 10 questions to determine the next 10 years," said state Sen. Zellnor Myrie.

Brooklyn Cakes To Senate: Get Your Sheet Together

Butter & Scotch wants Republican senators to know that witnesses at the Trump impeachment trial would be the icing on the cake.

Brooklyn City Councilman Launches 9th District Congressional Bid

South Brooklyn Councilman Chaim Deutsch enters Democratic primary against incumbent Rep. Yvette Clarke for district covering Crown Heights.

Brooklyn Counts On 2020 Census

Event on Tuesday at Prospect Park aimed to sign up census takers, reach out to community and pass out vital U.S. Census information.

Cuomo Poster Began As Stick Figures, Crown Heights Artist Says

"'What’s that squiggle there?'" Crown Heights artist Rusty Zimmerman asked his client. "That’s a boat," Gov. Cuomo replied.

Army Of Volunteers Patrol Brooklyn To Prevent Deed Theft

Three New York elected officials and an army of volunteers plan door knocks in Bed-Stuy, Flatbush and Prospect Lefferts against deed theft.

Pols Sound Alarm On Gun Violence After Crown Heights Shooting

"We are not going to allow a mass shooting to happen in our community and just flip over the page," said Borough President Eric Adams.

Crown Heights Shooting Suspects Seen Fleeing In New Video: Cops

Police seek a group of men seen sprinting away from a Crown Heights shooting that left two people critically injured and two others hurt.

Crown Heights Demands More Industrial Space In New Developments

Crown Height's community board is lobbying for a change to city zoning laws that would require affordable spaces for local industrialists.

'Hitler Is Coming' Scrawled Outside Jewish Children's Museum

The message at the Crown Heights attraction shocked the community.

NY Senate Coming To Crown Heights For Rent Law Hearing

This is Brooklyn's chance to testify about the rent laws it would like to see enacted across New York State.

It's Somehow Still Legal To Fire A Woman For Having An Abortion

Amazingly, legislation is just now being passed to protect working women against discrimination for their reproductive health decisions.

Shirley Chisholm Honored With Prospect Park Monument

New York City will memorialize the nation's first black congresswoman with a statue in Prospect Park, officials announced.

'Cornerstore Caroline' Would Face Jail Time Under Proposed Law

A Brooklyn state senator wants Governor Cuomo to call a special session to pass legislation criminalizing non-emergency 911 calls.

Zellnor Myrie Wins Crown Heights State Senate Race

Progessive newcomer Zellnor Myrie won the Democratic primary in the race to represent the 20th state senate district.

Brooklyn Primary Election Guide 2018: What You Need To Know

Find out who is running in Brooklyn, what the issues are as well as when and where to vote.

20K Pot Convictions Could Be Erased Under BK DA's New Program

District attorney Eric Gonzales is offering Brooklynites with minor drug charges on their records the chance to clear the slate.

Former Obama Aide Supports 911 Hate Crime Bill

Darren Martin supports designating certain 911 calls as hate crimes because of what happened when his NYC neighbors called the cops on him.

Calling 911 On Black People May Be Hate Crime Under Proposed Law

State Senator Jesse Hamilton proposed to criminalize certain 911 calls after a Trump supporter reported him to police for campaigning.

Trump Supporter Calls Cops On Campaigning State Senator: Video

State Senator Jesse Hamilton posted video of a woman he said reported him to police Thursday morning.

Cynthia Nixon Calls NYCHA A Health Crisis After Brooklyn Tour

After Nixon visited Diann Wise, whose granddaughter died from asthma, the gubernatorial candidate declared NYCHA in a "state of emergency."

Brooklyn Public Library To Host 'Love Yourself' Town Hall On DACA

City officials, legal experts and local musicians will talk about protecting immigrant rights at the Brooklyn Public Library Thursday.

Bedford-Union Armory Approved By Council: Reaction Roundup

Here's what people from all sides are saying about the approved deal to redevelop a vacant armory in Crown Heights.

Bedford-Union Armory Redevelopment Approved By City Council

The project now heads to the desk of Mayor Bill de Blasio, who is expected to sign off on it.

Residents Sue To Stop Bedford-Union Armory Redevelopment

A lawsuit brought by the Legal Aid Society says the city didn't properly study the effects the redevelopment would have on displacement.

Laurie Cumbo Holds On To Win NYC District 35 Election

Cumbo will represent Prospect Heights, Crown Heights, Fort Greene and Clinton Hill for another four years.

Judge Blocks Community Board's Hiring Of New District Manager

"We want to see a legitimate search process," a community member said.

OP-ED: Stop Giving Our Public Land To Unfit Landlords

"We just want a safe and decent place to live, in a neighborhood that we have helped to build."

Deadline For Participatory Budgeting Ideas Coming Up

How would you improve the neighborhood?

Bernie Sanders Group Backing Socialist Candidate In Council Race

Our Revolution endorsed Jabari Brisport in the city council race in Crown Heights, Prospect Heights, Fort Greene, Clinton Hill and Bed-Stuy.

Local Law Enforcement Will Address Recent Crown Heights Shootings At Town Hall

Hear more and ask questions about recent gun violence in Crown Heights.