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Coney Island artists concerned about controversial casino proposal

A New York City arts nonprofit says it's worried about the future if a controversial plan to build a casino in Coney Island moves forward. Artists with Coney Island USA, the arts nonprofit responsible...

February 14, 2025
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The story of two Brooklyn sisters who forged a family of firsts

NEW YORK - A peaceful playground in Williamsburg bears the name of Sarah J. S. Tompkins Garnet. Two miles away in DUMBO is a park named after Susan Smith McKinney Steward. These are not the only plac...

February 14, 2025
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New protected bike lane is dangerous for kids, Brooklyn parents say

NEW YORK — Parents in Brooklyn are pleading with the city to reroute a part of a protected bike lane from Flushing to DeKalb Avenue, saying it's putting children in danger. Heart-stopping surveillance...

February 13, 2025
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Neighbors concerned about Brooklyn Marine Terminal land transfer

NEW YORK — New York City's plan to redevelop Red Hook's waterfront is sparking debate. Last spring, Mayor Eric Adams and Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that ownership of the historic Brooklyn Marine Term...

February 6, 2025
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NYC Kids Rise lets public school alumni invest in scholarships for kids

NEW YORK — New York City public school graduates are giving back by contributing to scholarship funds for current students. It's through NYC Kids Rise, a program designed to make college more accessib...

February 5, 2025
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D.C. plane crash pilot identified as Brooklyn native Jonathan Campos

NEW YORK — At least two crew members on American Airlines 5342, which crashed in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday night, had ties to New York City. The pilot has been identified as Jonathan Campos, 34, a...

January 31, 2025
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Brooklyn students celebrate their teacher's Grammy nomination

NEW YORK — It's going to be a big weekend for a Brooklyn music teacher who was part of an ensemble nominated for a Grammy. Mark Edwards was a guitarist for an album by Fontina Naumenko and composer Jo...

January 30, 2025
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How one nonprofit is working to bring business back to Brownsville, Brooklyn

NEW YORK — Longtime residents of Brownsville, Brooklyn are focused on bringing business back to their neighborhood. A local nonprofit is creating a new hub to provide wealth-building opportunities. La...

January 29, 2025
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Concrete recycling facility plagues residents in Brooklyn

NEW YORK — Some residents in Brooklyn say their neighborhood is covered in dust and rattled by noise. They blame a city-owned concrete recycling plant that moved in last year. Piles of recycled concre...

January 24, 2025
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Mayor of Midwood High empowers other kids battling cancer

NEW YORK - At first glance, you may think 17-year-old Briana Calin is an average teenager. As Mayor of Midwood High School, Calin is involved in school clubs, helps plan the yearbook and sells ticket...

January 21, 2025
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Montclair schools to reopen today after security threat

MONTCLAIR, N.J. -- Schools in Montclair, New Jersey will reopen Tuesday, one day after the district was shut down because of a security threat. A staff member was arrested in the case, but police are ...

January 14, 2025
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Montclair schools closed after staff member posts threat, police say

MONTCLAIR, N.J. -- Students in Montclair, New Jersey will be back in the classroom Tuesday, after a threat forced the entire district to be closed Monday. Police said one man is now in custody after m...

January 13, 2025
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Senior citizens in Brighton Beach are fed up with parking problems

NEW YORK — Senior citizens in Brighton Beach say they're fed up after paying thousands of dollars a year for parking spots that are often taken by unauthorized drivers. Now, lawmakers are trying to do...

January 11, 2025
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NYC congestion pricing completes first workday with the new tolls

NEW YORK -- Congestion pricing is now in effect in New York City after months of delays and legal challenges. The first weekday morning rush hour since the controversial new tolling system was turned ...

January 7, 2025
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Garbage, dirty conditions plague commuters at Brooklyn subway station

NEW YORK — Friday is the start of enforcement for New York City's new garbage bin laws, enacted late last year for residential units. The Department of Sanitation says failure to use the proper secure...

January 3, 2025