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Celebrating Black Storytelling at The Billie Holiday Theatre

Celebrating Black Storytelling at The Billie Holiday Theatre

"Black Narrative" is a two-day festival that will spotlight Brooklyn-based theatermakers, filmmakers and thinkers, showcasing stories that reflect the innovative spirit, resilience and joy of the African Diaspora.
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Florida Woman’s Ownership Claim on Williamsburg Building Sparks Legal Fight

Florida Woman’s Ownership Claim on Williamsburg Building Sparks Legal Fight

New York Attorney General Letitia James said a Florida resident was falsely claiming a Housing Development Fund Corporation building was legally hers and was collecting rent. Then she tried to sell the building.
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Brooklyn's Top 5 Black-Owned Brunch Spots

Brooklyn's Top 5 Black-Owned Brunch Spots

Brunch is a religion in Brooklyn. Here are the Black-owned brunch spots that do it best.
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Good Day, Brooklyn!

Good Day, Brooklyn!

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Police Seek Suspect in $35K Wig, Hair Product Heist in Crown Heights

Police Seek Suspect in $35K Wig, Hair Product Heist in Crown Heights

Police are asking anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.
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Man Critically Injured in Flatlands Shooting by Undercover Cop

Man Critically Injured in Flatlands Shooting by Undercover Cop

The man is in critical condition at Kings County Hospital.
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Shamrocks And Cheers! 3 St. Patrick's Day Parades in Brooklyn

Shamrocks And Cheers! 3 St. Patrick's Day Parades in Brooklyn

Go find your pot of gold, Brooklyn!
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Brooklyn Groups Secure Grants For Wildfire Response Efforts

Brooklyn Groups Secure Grants For Wildfire Response Efforts

The nonprofit City Parks Foundation awarded $140,000 to five parkland organizations that experienced significant fire damage in 2024, including Marine Park Alliance and Prospect Park Alliance.
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Brooklyn Museum Workers Agree to Separation Package, Incentives

Brooklyn Museum Workers Agree to Separation Package, Incentives

As the museum awaits news about possible additional funding from the City Council, the union and cultural organization came to an agreement where workers will get health insurance and other compensation.
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Governor Pushes For All-Day Cell Phone Ban in Schools

Governor Pushes For All-Day Cell Phone Ban in Schools

State legislators are currently debating on how to implement a cell phone ban ahead of the April 1 budget deadline.
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