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A 30-year-old man remains in critical condition after an early-morning shooting in East Flatbush; police seek a bearded suspect and witnesses.
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February 14, 2026 at 8:38 PM
A 25-year-old man randomly shoved a 51-year-old woman onto Sunset Park R station tracks and punched a 43-year-old; both sustained minor injuries.
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February 14, 2026 at 6:19 PM
Two suspects robbed a 14-year-old at knifepoint in Bensonhurst, assaulted him, stole his motorized scooter and fled; the victim was not critically injured.
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February 14, 2026 at 3:09 PM
Brooklyn highlights: historic homes and renovations, listings from $269K to $3.995M, Bertram L. Baker family story, and Prospect Park–facing co-op.
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February 14, 2026 at 2:37 PM
Pierozek in Brooklyn sold the pierogi plush pillows that became Poland's unofficial Olympic mascot, but they sold out after a surge of international demand.
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February 14, 2026 at 5:10 AM
Kingsbrook Synagogue faces potential demolition for One Brooklyn Health’s planned affordable housing redevelopment while the congregation seeks preservation alongside redevelopment.
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February 14, 2026 at 5:08 AM
Michelle Montgomery, 39, accidentally fell into a Brooklyn building's garbage chute and was crushed to death by a compactor.
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February 14, 2026 at 1:56 AM
Nicole Malliotakis asked the U.S. Supreme Court to block a state court order redrawing her congressional district, citing election timing and alleged racial gerrymandering.
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February 13, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Four couples renewed wedding vows at Junior's in Downtown Brooklyn, celebrating love tied to the restaurant's role in their relationships.
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February 13, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Michelle Montgomery likely fell into an NYCHA building garbage chute, was crushed by a compactor, and died from crushing injuries.
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February 13, 2026 at 8:58 PM
Chopped cheese sandwiches are being reinvented by new chefs through creative variations, presentation, and service across gourmet pop-ups, food trucks, and restaurants.
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February 13, 2026 at 8:26 PM
Unrivaled will stage its semifinals at Barclays Center in Brooklyn on March 2 to expand the league's footprint after a record Philadelphia event.
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February 13, 2026 at 6:18 PM
An SUV struck a 71-year-old man in a hit-and-run at Ocean Avenue and Avenue S in Sheepshead Bay, leaving him critically injured while the driver fled.
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February 13, 2026 at 4:41 PM
The Harlem Globetrotters mark their centennial with a yearlong tour blending comedy and athleticism while celebrating a legacy of advancing Black athletes and uniting diverse audiences.
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February 13, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Brooklyn Democratic Party endorsed Celeste Felix, Linda Lo Cascio, Danielle Noel and Christine Ortiz for four Civil Court-Kings County judge seats in the June 23 primary.
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February 13, 2026 at 2:51 PM
Harlem Globetrotters celebrate 100 years by touring, connecting with families and inspiring children through entertainment, skills, and community outreach.
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February 13, 2026 at 2:51 PM
A Brooklyn day care teacher allegedly sexually abused four young girls aged 5–9 over 18 months; authorities are seeking other potential victims.
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February 12, 2026 at 11:57 PM
Devonte Brown, a Bushwick childcare teacher, was indicted for sexually abusing four girls ages 5–9 while they were under his supervision.
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February 12, 2026 at 10:37 PM
The Diocese of Brooklyn plans a global settlement for roughly 1,100 pending child sexual abuse cases, prompting mixed reactions from victims' attorneys.
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February 12, 2026 at 10:27 PM
A fire at 331 Van Siclen Ave. in East New York displaced eight people, injured one, and revealed an illegal conversion into a five-family dwelling.
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February 12, 2026 at 10:21 PM
A daycare teacher in Bushwick was arrested for allegedly sexually abusing four young girls over about a year and a half.
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February 12, 2026 at 8:39 PM
Devante Brown, a Bushwick daycare teacher, was arrested for allegedly sexually abusing four young girls over about a year and a half.
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February 12, 2026 at 8:39 PM
The Brooklyn Hospital Center delivers community-focused, nationally recognized healthcare across Brooklyn with multiple state-of-the-art facilities and 12 Castle Connolly 2026 Top Doctors.
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February 12, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Bay Ridge's first licensed adult-use cannabis dispensary, Kaya Bliss, marked its first year after serving over 100,000 customers and offering 400+ products focused on education and wellness.
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February 12, 2026 at 2:16 PM
The Fresh Grocer by Inserra Supermarkets opens on Fulton Street in Downtown Brooklyn Friday, offering produce, prepared foods, a full-service butcher, a bakery, and 140 new local jobs.
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February 12, 2026 at 1:38 PM