The Early Word: Lander Proposes Expansion to Brooklyn Bridge Elevated Path

What you need to know, pre-coffee.

Kensington Man Pleads Guilty to Leiby Kletzy's Murder

Levi Aron faces 40 years to life in prison for the murder of the Borough Park boy.

How Brancaccio's Garden Grows

Local gardener Tracey Hohman is spicing up the Fort Hamilton Parkway eatery.

Hamptons Agenda: Hospital Summer Party, Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball, Alec Baldwin, Clothesline Art Sale

Also happening this weekend on the East End, Amagansett hosts its 99th Annual Summer Fair, Zoppe! An Italian Family Circus comes to the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, and Guild Hall in East Hampton has a full line-up of events.

72nd Precinct Holds National Night Out

The annual event will take place on Tuesday in Greenwood Playground.

The Early Word: First Saturdays at the Brooklyn Museum

What you need to know, pre-coffee.

Help Wanted: Job Postings of the Week

A Kensington company is searching for a customer service-oriented fashionista.

House Hunt: Kensington Co-op for $179,000

A look at what's on the market this week.

Photo of the Day: Soggy Suds

The Early Word: Kensington Trash Mob to Meet on Saturday

What you need to know, pre-coffee.

Photos: A New Perspective on the Walgreens Debate

Flash Flood Warning for Brooklyn

Weather Service warns residents of possible roadway flooding.

Signs of the Times: Windsor Terrace Sends Message to Walgreens

Patti Smith to Read at Brooklyn Bridge Park

Community Bookstore in Park Slope will host Patti Smith for the free reading series Books Beneath the Bridge on Aug. 6.

Photo of the Day: Melon Cat

The Early Word: Book Swap at Greenwood Playground

What you need to know, pre-coffee.

Community Continues Fighting for 'Greenbeans, Not Walgreens'

Residents will gather in front of the store in an effort to keep the pharmacy chain out of Windsor Terrace.

Police Search for Missing Boy

Kuanzhe Walton, 12, was last seen leaving his Albermarle Road home at 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 27.

NYC Principals Not Keeping Their Best Teachers, Says Report

The new study recommends teacher merit pay and better evaluations systems to retain the best and the brightest

Newly Adopted Dog Goes Missing

Adopted on Saturday, Giggles has been lost since Sunday; reward offered.

UV Levels in the Medium to High Range for the Week

Temperatures will be lower this week, but UV levels will remain relatively high.

Differing Fire Codes Could Put FDNY in Danger

Sen. Squadron says the differences between state and city fire codes could be a danger for state-owned buildings in New York City.

Early Word: Toddler Play, Karate, Bible Study, Brooklyn Botanic Garden

What you need to know, pre-coffee.

Police on the Hunt For Sprint Store Robbers

Two suspects wanted in connection with July 26 stickup.

Photo of the Day: After the Storm

Weekend Weather: More Thunderstorms?

This summer, we'll help you plan your weekends with our weather watch.

Weekend Rails: July 28 - 29

What you need to know before you leave the house.

Police Search for South Slope Armed Robbers

The two men took an unknown amount of money from a scrap metal merchant.

Get Out: Weekend Planner July 27 - 29

Our picks for your weekend.

Brooklyn Botanic Garden Wins Major Design Prize

New Flatbush Avenue entrance and updated café were recognized by the city's Public Design Commission.

Prospect Park Alliance Junior Committee to Hold Summer Soiree Thursday

The tenth annual soiree, which is "gold rush" themed, will include music, dancing, drinks, boat rides, and a supporting silent auction.

Hamptons Agenda: Ina Garten, Art for ARF, Carnival

Also happening this weekend, "Babette's Feast" screens at Guild Hall, Art Southampton has its inaugural fair, and Rufus Wainwright comes to Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center.

House Hunt: Ocean Parkway Condo for $475,000

A look at what's on the market this week.

Photo of the Day: Waterfall at Gowanus

'Savor Brooklyn' Coming to Windsor Place

The new eatery will excite local taste buds with killer coffee and fresh ingredients, owners say.

Do You Agree With the Proposed Ban on Extra Large Drinks?

Lengthy debate on Mayor Bloomberg's proposed size limits on sodas fails to sway Board of Health.

Same-Sex Marriage an Economic Boon to NYC, Bloomberg Says

But on the one-year anniversary of the Marriage Equality Act, merchants are mixed on how it has affected their bottom line.

During National Day of Action, Pressure Builds on Golden Farm

A rally was held outside the embattled Kensington grocery store on Tuesday evening.

Photo of the Day: Up, Up and Away

Police Blotter: Shots Fired and a Stolen Car

Reports from the 72nd Precinct.