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Owner of Gottlieb’s Restaurant in Brooklyn Dies Ahead of Trump Visit

Yosef Gottlieb, 75, suddenly passed away Thursday, according to a social media post from the Hasidic Satmar sect headquarters.

Sep 19, 2024 12:16 PM Read more >

New Yorkers Are Not Concerned Over Federal Investigations, Mayor Says

New York City Mayor Eric Adams also defended police officers shooting a subway fare jumper in Brownsville.

Sep 18, 2024 12:23 PM Read more >

Energized Brooklyn Dems Host Fundraiser for Harris at Junior's

The Brooklyn Democratic Party hosted a buoyant fundraiser for presidential nominee Kamala Harris on Monday.

Sep 17, 2024 2:42 PM Read more >

Heartbreak in Brooklyn as Viral Love Wall Ends Amid Dispute

Photographer Bob Greco said he was surprised that Pique Dating, the dating app company who started the Love Wall venture with him, wasn't happy with his work performance.

Sep 17, 2024 1:17 PM Read more >

¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Brooklyn

There are lots of dance and music events, along with a puppet show and park clean-up, that will celebrate the cultural heritage of Hispanic Americans this month.

Sep 16, 2024 12:19 PM Read more >

City Council Approves Study For Reparations, Creates Task Force

City legislators want to study the damaging effects of slavery on Black Americans.

Sep 13, 2024 10:31 AM Read more >

NYPD Commissioner Caban Resigns Amid Federal Investigation

Tom Donlon, a former FBI official, was named as interim commissioner by Mayor Eric Adams.

Sep 12, 2024 2:51 PM Read more >

Harris Gets Brooklyn's Support, But Faces Divided Opinions

Voters interviewed by BK Reader agreed that the vice president was clear in outlining her policies during Tuesday night's debate when compared to the former president.

Sep 11, 2024 2:41 PM Read more >

Mayor Won't Remove NYPD Commissioner, Eyes Reelection Amid New FBI Raids

Mayor Eric Adams said he was surprised to hear about the federal raids during his regular weekly press briefing on Tuesday.

Sep 11, 2024 11:54 AM Read more >

Windsor Terrace Divided Over Lot Rezoning Proposal

The rezoning plan for 467 Prospect Ave. sparked heated debate at Monday's Community Board 7 meeting.

Sep 10, 2024 2:06 PM Read more >