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Brooklyn Assemblyman Michael Novakhov is calling on the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate Mayor Zohran Mamdani, ...
08/04/2026

Brooklyn Assemblyman Michael Novakhov is calling on the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate Mayor Zohran Mamdani, New York City, and New York State over alleged civil rights violations affecting Jewish New Yorkers. The request asks federal authorities to review allegations related to public safety, hate crimes, and government actions, while emphasizing that the claims have been submitted for investigation and have not been adjudicated.

Read the full article on BrooklynBuzz.com.

Brooklyn Council Member Farah Louis is advocating to expand the Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE) and Disab...
08/03/2026

Brooklyn Council Member Farah Louis is advocating to expand the Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE) and Disability Rent Increase Exemption (DRIE) programs, helping more seniors and New Yorkers with disabilities remain in their homes as housing costs continue to rise.

The proposed legislation would raise the household income eligibility limit to $75,000, making rent freeze protections available to more qualifying residents.

Read the full story on BrooklynBuzz.com.

From Brooklyn to listeners around the world, Kota the Friend is celebrating a major milestone with the release of Just H...
08/03/2026

From Brooklyn to listeners around the world, Kota the Friend is celebrating a major milestone with the release of Just Happy To Be Here! last July 30, a project that reflects his independent journey and continued connection to Brooklyn's music scene.

The album offers fans a closer look at the artist's growth while reinforcing the creative spirit that has defined his career.

Read the full story on BrooklynBuzz.com.

Free Homeownership 101 Workshop Scheduled for East New York First-Time Buyers.A new workshop aimed at helping Brooklyn r...
07/23/2026

Free Homeownership 101 Workshop Scheduled for East New York First-Time Buyers.

A new workshop aimed at helping Brooklyn residents navigate the home-buying process is offering free guidance on mortgage pre-approval, budgeting, and local buyer resources. The event takes place on Saturday, July 25.

đź”— Full details and registration available at Brooklynbuzz.com

What do you think about workshops like this; do you feel they offer real help for first-time buyers in NYC's market? Share your thoughts below! 👇

Kings County Hospital has successfully performed its first-ever sensation-preserving nipple-sparing mastectomy. This lan...
07/20/2026

Kings County Hospital has successfully performed its first-ever sensation-preserving nipple-sparing mastectomy. This landmark procedure expands access to specialized reconstructive surgery within NYC's public hospital system, ensuring top-tier care is accessible to all Brooklyn residents.

Read more about this life-changing medical milestone on the Buzz 👇
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NY Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas has introduced Bill A11501, a proposed law that would require retailers to give shoppers a ...
07/17/2026

NY Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas has introduced Bill A11501, a proposed law that would require retailers to give shoppers a 10% discount when using self-checkout kiosks. The legislation aims to provide financial relief from rising grocery costs while compensating consumers for scanning and bagging their own purchases.

đź”— Read the full article on NYCNEWSWIRE.COM

👉 Want more local Brooklyn updates? Head over to BROOKLYNBUZZ.COM for the latest community stories.

Brooklyn attorney Xavier Carr is the latest leader highlighted in NYC Newswire’s "People of NYC" series, which spotlight...
07/14/2026

Brooklyn attorney Xavier Carr is the latest leader highlighted in NYC Newswire’s "People of NYC" series, which spotlights locals making a measurable difference. The profile dives into Carr’s impressive legal career across private practice, the state court system, and city government, tracking how his Brooklyn upbringing fueled his passion for public service and mentorship.

đź”— Read the full feature on NYCNEWSWIRE.COM

👉 Want more local Brooklyn updates? Head over to BROOKLYNBUZZ.COM for the latest community stories.

How do national leadership responsibilities impact a representative's local legacy right here in Brooklyn? A new comment...
07/10/2026

How do national leadership responsibilities impact a representative's local legacy right here in Brooklyn? A new commentary explores the evolving political landscape for House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, looking at how high-profile congressional work intersects with everyday community priorities like housing, small business support, and district resources.

Check out the full discussion on BrooklynBuzz.com

BROOKLYN — Eating outside is a huge part of Brooklyn's neighborhood charm, and local restaurants might soon get some muc...
07/08/2026

BROOKLYN — Eating outside is a huge part of Brooklyn's neighborhood charm, and local restaurants might soon get some much-needed relief. Proposed city reforms aim to cut through the red tape that makes opening sidewalk and roadway cafés a bureaucratic headache. By lowering costs and dropping a mountain of paperwork, the new rules would make it much easier for your favorite neighborhood spots to keep their outdoor tables open, giving a nice boost to local business owners and our community blocks.

Get the full scoop on how this helps your local spots at https://nycnewsnetwork.com/brooklynbuzz/outdoor-dining-brooklyn-restaurants/

đź©ş CITY-WIDE UPDATE: NYC Health + Hospitals has officially launched "Bridge to Care," a major new initiative funding home...
07/02/2026

đź©ş CITY-WIDE UPDATE: NYC Health + Hospitals has officially launched "Bridge to Care," a major new initiative funding home health aides for medically vulnerable New Yorkers transitioning out of homelessness.

🏢 While the program has kicked off its first phase serving senior residents over in the Bronx, this innovative model is being watched closely as a potential game-changer for supportive housing systems across the city.

đź“‹ Want to know how this new system works and how it could eventually expand city-wide?

👇 Read the full program details via the link in the comments below or through NYCNEWSWIRE.COM

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