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Man Killed in Dollar Van Identified by Cops

Police say a 25-year-old man was killed after a rival van driver allegedly opened fire during a dispute in East Flatbush.

Jan 14, 2025 3:10 AM Read more >

Three Men Face Trial for Fatal Shooting of Bouncer in 2020 Brooklyn Gambling Den Heist

Rodney Maxwell, a 58-year-old father of three and COVID survivor, was killed while working security at the Brownsville club.

Jan 14, 2025 2:58 AM Read more >

Man Convicted in 2014 Brooklyn Elevator Stabbing Dies in Prison

Daniel St. Hubert, serving 46 years for the fatal attack on 6-year-old Prince Joshua Avitto and the near-fatal stabbing of Mikayla Capers, died in December; the cause is under investigation.

Jan 14, 2025 2:30 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Children's Museum to Commemorate MLK Day With Performances, Marches

Explore age-appropriate ways to talk about race, racism and a world without war on Jan. 19 and Jan. 20.

Jan 13, 2025 11:22 AM Read more >

Lidl to Open New Brooklyn Supermarket on Jan. 29

The German supermarket operator will open a store at Gateway Center in East New York.

Jan 13, 2025 10:21 AM Read more >

Apply Now For Brooklyn Borough President’s FY 2026 Capital Funding Program

Funding is available for parks, schools, hospitals, affordable housing and more.

Jan 13, 2025 9:51 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Jan 13, 2025 7:00 AM Read more >

Two Injured in East New York House Fire

Over 60 firefighters responded to the blaze on New Jersey Avenue, which left two with minor injuries and a family needing temporary housing.

Jan 13, 2025 3:05 AM Read more >

87-Year-Old Woman Fatally Struck by Minivan in Canarsie

Esther Sealy was killed while crossing the street in Canarsie, according to police.

Jan 13, 2025 2:55 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Dollar Van Driver Fatally Shot in Broad Daylight

Police say a 25-year-old man was killed after a rival van driver allegedly opened fire during a dispute in East Flatbush.

Jan 13, 2025 2:10 AM Read more >