Nov. 14, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen More than a week after the general election, Republicans have cemented their majority in the House of Representatives — meaning Republicans will control the House, the Senate, and the presidency — and Brooklyn congress member Hakeem Jeffries has reportedly taken the blame. Jeffries, has represented parts of south…
Nov. 13, 2024 By Ethan Stark-Miller The City Council on Wednesday overwhelmingly voted to free New York renters from having to pay costly real estate broker fees — passing legislation introduced by a Brooklyn Council Member that will make the party who hires a listing agent responsible for footing the bill. The legislation passed…
Nov. 13, 2024 By Jada Camille Bay Ridge residents are coming together to support the family of Yazan Alsaras, a beloved mail carrier who passed away unexpectedly earlier this month at the age of 39. Known for his unwavering work ethic and deep commitment to his community, Alsaras left behind a wife and a…
Nov. 13, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen Cupcakes are what made Magnolia Bakery famous, but its best-loved dessert is the Banana Pudding: it’s fluffy, sweet, and full of fresh bananas and vanilla wafer pieces. It was also, up until now, only available in the bakery, or online directly from Magnolia’s website. The pudding couldn’t be…
Nov. 13, 2024 By Anna Bradley-Smith A design for new infill on an architecturally distinguished and landmarked block of Hancock Street needs refinement, the city’s Landmarks Preservation Commission said at a hearing late last month. While the commissioners were, overall, enthusiastic about the front of the new building’s design and detailing, they agreed at…
Nov. 12, 2024 By Lloyd Mitchell Homicide detectives from Brooklyn North are investigating a fatal stabbing early Tuesday at the Steuben Playground in Clinton Hill, marking the second homicide at the park in four months. Officers from the 88th Precinct arrived just after 8:45 a.m. on Nov. 12 to find a 21-year-old man bleeding…
Nov. 11, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen A little fall of rain on Sunday wasn’t enough to end the drought in New York City, though conditions in Brooklyn have improved slightly since a brush fire broke out in Prospect Park on Friday. The city saw its first measurable rainfall since September on Nov. 10, but…
Nov. 8, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen Tuesday’s general election was a resurgence for former president Donald Trump and the Republican Party, which clinched critical races all over the country — including in Brooklyn, though the borough remained largely blue. According to unofficial Board of Elections results, about 70% of Brooklynites who took part in…
Nov. 7, 2024 By Jada Camille Wu-Tang is forever! The New York City Department of Transportation is honoring the legacy of hip-hop icons with a limited-edition street sign celebrating the legendary music group Wu-Tang Clan. Hip-hop fans can get their hands on one of these limited signs for $75. All orders must be placed…
Nov. 5, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil Election Day wrapped up Tuesday evening as Brooklynites, alongside millions of fellow New Yorkers, cast their ballots in the closely watched presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Voters also decided on critical down-ballot races that could shift the political landscape both locally and nationally. The…