In a major show of support from New York City’s public workforce, District Council 37 (DC 37), the city’s largest public employee union, has officially endorsed Khari Edwards for Brooklyn Borough President. The announcement was shared through a press release on April 24, 2025, marking a significant boost to Edwards’ campaign as he vies to […]
Brooklyn voters will see two powerful voices for justice on the ballot this June. Janice Chen and Janice Purvis, both officially certified as candidates for Kings County Civil Court Judge. With each campaign powered by grassroots community support, Chen and Purvis are moving forward with a commitment to fairness, equity, and accessibility in the courtroom. […]
LIDL US is opening its newest location in Brooklyn at 490 Fulton Street, Second Floor, on Friday, May 23. Doors will open with the sunrise, and the ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for 7:40 a.m. The store will operate daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Customers are invited to arrive early and enjoy a freshly […]
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, alongside Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) Commissioner Keith Howard, has announced a major new investment aimed at providing universal after-school programming for public school students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The plan includes a $331 million funding commitment that will be phased in starting in the Fiscal […]
Bronx community celebrates major victory as Attorney General Letitia James announces Preston High School will remain open for years to come Preston High School, a cornerstone of the Bronx community for over 75 years, will remain open for decades to come, thanks to an agreement brokered by New York Attorney General Letitia James. The deal […]
Bronx community celebrates major victory as Attorney General Letitia James announces Preston High School will remain open for years to come Preston High School, a cornerstone of the Bronx community for over 75 years, will remain open for decades to come, thanks to an agreement brokered by New York Attorney General Letitia James. The deal […]
Brooklyn residents have a new opportunity for affordable, modern living at Atlantic BK, located at 1065 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238. Nestled in the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant, this brand-new 17-story development is offering a range of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments through New York City’s Inclusionary Housing Program. DEADLINE TO APPLY: The lottery is open […]
Independent and unstoppable, Kota the Friend is taking his “No Rap on Sunday” movement on the road this fall — and he’s saving the best for last with a huge hometown finale at Brooklyn Steel — his first-ever tour stop in Brooklyn. Tickets are on sale at KotaTheFriend.com/Tour. Real Music. Real Connection. Fresh off the release of his new single “Michigan” ft. […]
It was recently announced that global independent hip hop artist and producer Kota the Friend, from Brooklyn, and his Flight Boys Network (FLTBYS) have invested in NYC Sports Network (NYCSN), with the expansion of NYCFootball.com as the first phase.. Kota is considered to be one of the top independent hip hop artists in the industry. (Recent […]
photo: Andrew Walcott, Owner Fusion East Restaurant Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced New York State’s Restaurant Resiliency Program will be delivering 200,000 meals to New Yorkers in need. Restaurants involved in the program are in all regions of New York State and represent the diversity of the state, with many participating restaurants representing minority and women owned […]