Brooklyn|News|
Shaggy Honored With Official Brooklyn Day
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso declared a “Shaggy Day” on Tuesday.
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Second Death In 24 Hours Reported At NYC Jail Complex
Two people died at the Rikers Island within 24 hours as federal monitors continue warning about safety failures.
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Brooklyn|News|
$21 Million NYC Park Overhaul Stalled Over Judicial Parking, Officials Say
Plans for playgrounds, a skate park and lawns face resistance from judges
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Brooklyn|News|
Man Escapes Police Custody Outside Brooklyn Criminal Court
Authorities say the 21-year-old fled while being escorted into the courthouse for arraignment Tuesday afternoon.
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Federal Judge Halts Most ICE Arrests At Manhattan Immigration Courts
Judge reversed earlier decision and restricted immigration court arrests.
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NYC Ferry Expands To Record Service: Here's What To Know
New York City will add more ferry trips, beach routes and reservable seats as officials prepare for summer crowds.
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NYC Heat Emergency Plan Activated
New York City agencies expanded outreach and emergency operations ahead of a heat advisory affecting all five boroughs.
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70 Percent Of New Yorkers Support Ban On Surveillance Pricing, Poll Finds
Survey found voters oppose companies using personal data such as income and browsing history to set prices and discounts.
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MTA Secures Accessibility Grant After Yearlong Federal Delay
Gillibrand and Schumer said delayed federal transit funding for MTA accessibility projects can now move forward.
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Brooklyn|News|
Brooklyn Overnight Parking Rules End On Key Blocks
Drivers will see alternate side parking move from overnight restrictions to morning street cleaning hours on three blocks.
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New York City, NY|News|
Here Are 15 NYC Home Sales That Closed In One Weekend
Brooklyn Heights mansion sale tops $8M as Queens homes trade below $400K.
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Woman Gives Birth In NYC Court
Protesters blocked parts of Jay Street to demand investigations after deaths, prolonged detentions and a courtroom birth.
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NYC Plans More Low-Cost Grocery Stores
New York City will open a new public grocery store while searching for new locations across the five boroughs.
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Dangerous Heat, Air Quality Put NYC On Alert
Air quality alerts and near-record heat remain in effect through Tuesday.
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Brooklyn|News|
NYC Transforms Long-Vacant Brooklyn Building Into 3-K Center
New York City will add 2,000 3-K seats across 56 ZIP codes as officials open a long-delayed Brooklyn child care center.
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Dog Waste Complaints Surge 35.8 Percent In NYC
Council members rallied in Tompkins Square Park to unveil six bills to expand dog waste bag access and boost enforcement.
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This NYC Bar Has A Hidden Vinyl Room And Bottomless Brunch Special
Inside its bamboo groves and neon glow, Lucky Tiger leans into immersive design and hospitality-forward service.
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Annual Funding Battle Ends For NYC Libraries
Mayor Zohran Mamdani says the budget ends annual negotiations and gives libraries three years of stability to plan.
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Potential ‘Super El Niño’ Coming Faster Than Expected: What It Means For NJ
El Niño conditions could develop earlier than expected in New Jersey.
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Former NYC Candidate Charged In Alleged $1 Million Campaign Finance Fraud Scheme
A former New York City Public Advocate candidate faces wire fraud charges tied to the city’s campaign finance program.
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