The federal government said it won’t change the controversial names in the Brooklyn army base.
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Mayor’s office launches NYC movie night competition
Cinephiles will have the chance to choose the a city wide movie night.
MTA to continue FasTrack but won’t do full shutdown: Lhota
Joe Lhota says the overnight stoppage of stations is effective in curbing subway problems.
Brooklyn WWII Marine’s remains identified as Joseph Carbone
After nearly 74-years, the remains of a fallen soldier will come home.
Union Hall gears up for long awaited comeback
The iconic Park Slope bar and venue worked quickly to rebound from a devastating fire, much to the excitement of local fans.
Prospect Park goes car-free for the rest of summer
The Brooklyn Park is testing a car free policy this summer.
Subway delays create huge human capital loss: Stringer
The city comptroller said New Yorkers are losing valuable time for their personal and professional lives.
Conversion therapy fee ban on the docket for City Council
The city will weigh taking a stand against the controversial practice.
Google donates $1M toward preserving Stonewall Inn LGBTQ stories
The history of one of the most important moments in the LGBT civil rights movement won’t be lost.
Nightlife ambassador position is overdue, city’s artists say
The city’s DIY music scene is hopeful a proposed liaison will help repeal New York’s controversial laws that they say impedes their art.
9-1-1 upgrades coming to NYC, including texting by 2018
The city is looking for idea to give the emergency response system a major technological shot in the arm.
Anne Frank tree dedicated at Liberty Park
A piece of Anne Frank’s legacy will grow in the shadow of the World Trade Center.
Report shows roughly 30% of NYC children are poor
More than 530,000 kids are living in poverty and experts say that problem could last more than one generation.
NYC’s coastal areas in serious crisis: Report
In light of the pullout from the Paris Climate Agreement, a group of environmentalists warn that the city’s coastal neighborhoods could face grave problems.
9/11 Memorial to honor rescue workers
Plans are underway to honor the women and men who spent months salvaging Ground Zero.
Broadway breaks box office records
The Great White Way saw a surge in new fans.
Poverty rampant among immigrant seniors: Report
More immigrants are choosing to stay in New York, but face tough financial struggles.
Coney Island Mermaid Parade seeks funds for this year’s fete
The annual Surf Avenue celebration seeks help from its fans.
Foster kids to shadow City Council members
The City Council invited a group of foster children to oversee the governing process and gain their input on future legislation.
NYC restaurants’ grades improve, violations down: City
The city’s eateries and foodies are coming together to make restaurants better.