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Suspect in Brooklyn Subway Torching Charged With Murder, Arson

Suspect in Brooklyn Subway Torching Charged With Murder, Arson

Sebastian Zapeta, 33, who resided in an East New York shelter, was charged and held without bail.
Overall Crime in NYC is Down, But More Cops Will be on The Subway

Overall Crime in NYC is Down, But More Cops Will be on The Subway

Murder, robbery, burglary, grand larceny and auto theft incidents were down, but rape and felony assaults rose in 2024, New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said on Monday.
Free Headshots, Resume Help at Downtown Brooklyn Job Fair

Free Headshots, Resume Help at Downtown Brooklyn Job Fair

About 40 employers, including banks, unions, government agencies and nonprofits will be recruiting at the Jan. 9 job fair.
Best of Brooklyn: Top 5 Street Festivals

Best of Brooklyn: Top 5 Street Festivals

There's always something happening outside in Brooklyn!
Good Day, Brooklyn!

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Police Hunt For Arsonist Behind Trio of Fires at Bed-Stuy Condo

Police Hunt For Arsonist Behind Trio of Fires at Bed-Stuy Condo

Man strikes same Ralph Avenue location three times, including a New Year’s Day blaze.
Two-Alarm Blaze in East Flatbush Leaves Families Homeless

Two-Alarm Blaze in East Flatbush Leaves Families Homeless

Firefighters tackle challenging fire in private dwelling near Schenectady Avenue; cockloft damage intensified efforts.
Rapes Rise 14% in Brooklyn North With Latest Attack Reported in Ocean Hill

Rapes Rise 14% in Brooklyn North With Latest Attack Reported in Ocean Hill

22-year-old woman assaulted in brutal Ocean Hill attack; NYPD links increase to domestic violence cases.
Mayor Urges Doctors' Union to Enter Mediation to Avert Strike

Mayor Urges Doctors' Union to Enter Mediation to Avert Strike

Physicians from Doctors Council/Service Employees International Union said they would strike on Jan. 13 for a better contract and to protest a staffing crisis at four public hospitals, including NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health in Coney Island.
NYC Lifts Drought Watch After Historic Dry Spell

NYC Lifts Drought Watch After Historic Dry Spell

Above-average precipitation in November and December, as well as water conservation efforts helped, according to New York City Mayor Eric Adams.