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An abrupt goodbye to a guerrilla goldfish aquarium beneath a leaky Brooklyn fire hydrant
Read full article: An abrupt goodbye to a guerrilla goldfish aquarium beneath a leaky Brooklyn fire hydrantA makeshift aquarium that popped up this summer in a puddle beneath a leaky New York City fire hydrant is no more.
Yankees vs Dodgers: The World Series' most frequent rivalry through the years
Read full article: Yankees vs Dodgers: The World Series' most frequent rivalry through the yearsIn the beginning, the World Series matchup of the Dodgers against the Yankees was a kind of charming intra-city showdown of two New York City boroughs, blue collar Brooklyn, equipped with a neighborhood called Gravesend, against the pretentious Bronx, with the fancy Grand Concourse.
Mexican cartel leader 'El Mayo' Zambada makes court appearance in his US drug trafficking case
Read full article: Mexican cartel leader 'El Mayo' Zambada makes court appearance in his US drug trafficking caseA longtime leader of Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel who is facing drug trafficking charges in a U.S. court appeared for the first time before the judge presiding over the case.
Defense contractor RTX agrees to pay more than $950 million to resolve bribery, fraud claims
Read full article: Defense contractor RTX agrees to pay more than $950 million to resolve bribery, fraud claimsRTX Corporation, the defense contractor formerly known as Raytheon, has agreed to pay more than $950 million to resolve allegations that it defrauded the government and paid bribes to secure business with Qatar.
Subway rider shot in the head by police files claim accusing officers of recklessly opening fire
Read full article: Subway rider shot in the head by police files claim accusing officers of recklessly opening fireA lawyer for a New York City subway rider who was inadvertently shot in the head by police at a station has filed a legal claim against the city, accusing the officers of showing “carelessness and reckless” disregard for bystanders’ lives when they opened fire on a man holding a knife in front of a train.
Rwanda begins vaccinations against mpox amid a call for more doses for Africa
Read full article: Rwanda begins vaccinations against mpox amid a call for more doses for AfricaThe African health agency says that Rwanda has started a vaccination campaign against mpox with 1,000 doses it obtained from Nigeria.
JTA launches self-driving shuttle in Brooklyn neighborhood
Read full article: JTA launches self-driving shuttle in Brooklyn neighborhoodThe Jacksonville Transportation Authority is giving people a new way to grab a meal using an autonomous vehicle. It’s called the Brooklyn AV Circulator, and it’s a free service for anyone who wants to give it a try.
Viva La México: NASCAR to take Cup Series international for 1st points race of modern era
Read full article: Viva La México: NASCAR to take Cup Series international for 1st points race of modern eraNASCAR will take its top Cup Series international for the first points-paying race outside the United States next year with a June stop in Mexico City.
3 people charged after death of federal prison worker who opened fentanyl-laced mail
Read full article: 3 people charged after death of federal prison worker who opened fentanyl-laced mailA federal prison inmate and two other people are facing charges of conspiring to mail drugs to a penitentiary in California where a mailroom supervisor died last week after opening a letter that prosecutors say was laced with fentanyl and other substances.
NASCAR regular-season title and playoff spots at stake down the stretch at Daytona and Darlington
Read full article: NASCAR regular-season title and playoff spots at stake down the stretch at Daytona and DarlingtonNASCAR has just two races remaining in the regular season and a pair of competitions are on the line.
NASCAR Cup race at Michigan suspended until Monday after rain, rain wouldn't go away
Read full article: NASCAR Cup race at Michigan suspended until Monday after rain, rain wouldn't go awayNASCAR suspended the FireKeepers 400 until Monday, running out of time Sunday to run a race that was delayed and interrupted by rain.
Worker's death at California federal prison investigated for possible fentanyl exposure, AP learns
Read full article: Worker's death at California federal prison investigated for possible fentanyl exposure, AP learnsA worker at a federal prison in California has died and investigators are examining whether he was exposed to fentanyl shortly before his death.
A homemade aquarium appeared in a Brooklyn tree bed. Then came the goldfish heist
Read full article: A homemade aquarium appeared in a Brooklyn tree bed. Then came the goldfish heistA makeshift aquarium established by two longtime Brooklyn residents in a sidewalk tree pit often flooded by a leaky fire hydrant has stirred controversy.
A woman is arrested in vandalism at museum officials' homes during pro-Palestinian protests
Read full article: A woman is arrested in vandalism at museum officials' homes during pro-Palestinian protestsA woman has been arrested on hate crime charges in the vandalism of the homes of the Brooklyn Museum’s leaders during a wave of pro-Palestinian protests.
2024 Voter's Guide: Florida House District 14
Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: Florida House District 14Democratic incumbent Kimberly Daniels defeated two primary challengers in Florida House District 14, which covers from Brooklyn and downtown north to include a sliver of Northwest Jacksonville and much of the Northside east of Lem Turner Road and south of Interstate 295 as well as Arlington and part of the Southside north of the Hart Expressway to Beach Boulevard and west of Southside Boulevard.
Mpox cases have surged by 160% in Africa so far this year, but few treatments and vaccines available
Read full article: Mpox cases have surged by 160% in Africa so far this year, but few treatments and vaccines availableAfrican health officials say mpox cases have surged by 160% so far this year, warning the risk of further spread is high given the lack of treatments or vaccines on the continent.
Eagles singer Don Henley sues for return of handwritten ‘Hotel California’ lyrics
Read full article: Eagles singer Don Henley sues for return of handwritten ‘Hotel California’ lyricsEagles singer Don Henley has filed a lawsuit seeking the return of his handwritten song notes and lyrics from the band’s hit “Hotel California” album.
After split with NYC July 4 hot dog competition, Joey Chestnut heads to army base event in Texas
Read full article: After split with NYC July 4 hot dog competition, Joey Chestnut heads to army base event in TexasCompetitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut will take his hot dog-downing talents to an army base in Texas for America’s Independence Day.
South Africa's health authorities report 2 deaths from mpox this week and warn of local transmission
Read full article: South Africa's health authorities report 2 deaths from mpox this week and warn of local transmissionSouth African health authorities say two people have died this week after contracting mpox, and it appears there is local transmission of the disease.
34 taken into custody after pro-Palestinian protest at Brooklyn Museum, artwork damage reported
Read full article: 34 taken into custody after pro-Palestinian protest at Brooklyn Museum, artwork damage reportedNew York City police say they took 34 people into custody following a pro-Palestinian protest at the Brooklyn Museum.
Federal judge hears challenges to NYC’s fee for drivers into Manhattan
Read full article: Federal judge hears challenges to NYC’s fee for drivers into ManhattanNew York’s first-in-the-nation plan to levy a hefty toll on drivers entering Manhattan was the focus of a legal battle that played out in federal court.
Oprah Winfrey's new book club pick is Colm Tóibín’s 'Long Island,' the sequel to 'Brooklyn'
Read full article: Oprah Winfrey's new book club pick is Colm Tóibín’s 'Long Island,' the sequel to 'Brooklyn'Colm Tóibín’s “Long Island,” the Irish novelist’s follow-up to the acclaimed immigrant tale “Brooklyn,” is Oprah Winfrey’s latest book club pick.
Inspired by the Met, 'sleeping baddies' tackle medical debt at the Debt Gala's pajama party
Read full article: Inspired by the Met, 'sleeping baddies' tackle medical debt at the Debt Gala's pajama partyThe Met Gala has inspired pajama-clad New Yorkers to fundraise for medical debt relief at an alternative benefit called the Debt Gala.
Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia will fight for a title. Even the boxers seem surprised it's in New York
Read full article: Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia will fight for a title. Even the boxers seem surprised it's in New YorkDevin Haney and Ryan Garcia seemed just as surprised as fight fans when it was determined that they would have their championship boxing match in New York.
Kyrie Irving ready to leave turbulent times in Brooklyn behind and focus on future in Dallas
Read full article: Kyrie Irving ready to leave turbulent times in Brooklyn behind and focus on future in DallasKyrie Irving is ready to leave the turbulent times in Brooklyn behind and focus on his future in Dallas.
NYC issues vacate orders to stabilize historic Jewish sites following discovery of 60-foot tunnel
Read full article: NYC issues vacate orders to stabilize historic Jewish sites following discovery of 60-foot tunnelNew York building officials have issued emergency work orders to stabilize buildings around a historic Brooklyn synagogue where a secret tunnel was revealed earlier this week.
Arson investigators looking into ‘suspicious’ fire in Jacksonville’s Brooklyn neighborhood
Read full article: Arson investigators looking into ‘suspicious’ fire in Jacksonville’s Brooklyn neighborhoodFirefighters responded to a “suspicious” fire that broke out in a vacant building in the Brooklyn neighborhood Friday morning, according to the Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department.
UN confirms sexual spread of mpox in Congo for the 1st time as country sees a record outbreak
Read full article: UN confirms sexual spread of mpox in Congo for the 1st time as country sees a record outbreakThe World Health Organization said it has confirmed sexual transmission of mpox in Congo for the first time as the country experiences its biggest-ever outbreak.
Mpox vaccinations should be recommended for high-risk men, even after outbreak ends, advisers say
Read full article: Mpox vaccinations should be recommended for high-risk men, even after outbreak ends, advisers sayGovernment health advisers say gay and bisexual men at high risk for mpox infection should get vaccinated for the virus even after the current outbreak ends.
Ben Simmons has his health and his old job back. Now the Brooklyn Nets need to see his old game
Read full article: Ben Simmons has his health and his old job back. Now the Brooklyn Nets need to see his old gameBen Simmons was so ineffective in his return from back surgery last season that he couldn’t even protest much when he was bounced from his normal position, and eventually out of Nets coach Jacque Vaughn’s rotation entirely.
'Barbenheimer' was a boon to movie theaters and a headache for many workers. So they're unionizing
Read full article: 'Barbenheimer' was a boon to movie theaters and a headache for many workers. So they're unionizingIn the movie industry, it isn't just actors and writers who have been battling management.
Ben Simmons heads into training camp healthy. He might be the Nets' point guard if he stays that way
Read full article: Ben Simmons heads into training camp healthy. He might be the Nets' point guard if he stays that wayBen Simmons is set to begin training camp next week with no restrictions after two injury-shortened seasons in Brooklyn.
JGR's Christopher Bell takes the pole at Darlington for NASCAR's opening playoff race
Read full article: JGR's Christopher Bell takes the pole at Darlington for NASCAR's opening playoff raceChristopher Bell will start up front for NASCAR's opening playoff race after winning the pole for the Southern 500 on Saturday.
Appeals court rules against longstanding drug user gun ban cited in Hunter Biden case
Read full article: Appeals court rules against longstanding drug user gun ban cited in Hunter Biden caseA federal appeals court has ruled that drug users shouldn’t automatically be banned from having guns, marking the latest sign of upheaval in the nation’s firearm legal landscape and raising questions about a law cited in the case against Hunter Biden.
UPS lowers 2023 revenue outlook citing labor deal with 340,000 unionized workers, falling volume
Read full article: UPS lowers 2023 revenue outlook citing labor deal with 340,000 unionized workers, falling volumeRevenue declined at UPS in the second quarter and the package delivery company lowered its full-year revenue expectations by $4 billion, primarily due to a tentative labor contract reached late last month with its 340,000 unionized workers.
A dancer is fatally stabbed after a confrontation in New York, prompting a tribute from Beyoncé
Read full article: A dancer is fatally stabbed after a confrontation in New York, prompting a tribute from BeyoncéThe fatal stabbing of a gay man after a confrontation between a group of friends who were dancing to a Beyoncé song and a group of young men who apparently took offense has outraged New York City’s LGBTQ community and spurred Beyoncé herself to post a tribute.
Gunman on scooter charged with murder, attempted murder, for series of New York City shootings
Read full article: Gunman on scooter charged with murder, attempted murder, for series of New York City shootingsNew York City police say a Brooklyn man accused of killing an 86-year-old and injuring three other men in a series of shootings while riding a scooter in New York City is charged with murder and attempted murder.
‘Smallville’ actor released from prison for role in sex-trafficking case tied to cult-like group
Read full article: ‘Smallville’ actor released from prison for role in sex-trafficking case tied to cult-like groupThe television actor Allison Mack has been released from a California prison near San Francisco.
Joey Chestnut shakes off rain delay and defends title at Nathan's Fourth of July hot dog contest
Read full article: Joey Chestnut shakes off rain delay and defends title at Nathan's Fourth of July hot dog contestEating superstar Joey “Jaws” Chestnut shook off a rain delay and gobbled his way to another win at Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
Apple is close to becoming the first public company valued at $3 trillion
Read full article: Apple is close to becoming the first public company valued at $3 trillionApple is near to becoming the first publicly traded company to close a trading day with a $3 trillion market value, marking another milestone for a technology juggernaut that has reshaped society with a line-up of products that churn out eye-popping profits.
Biden administration invests in carbon capture, upping pressure on industry to show results
Read full article: Biden administration invests in carbon capture, upping pressure on industry to show resultsThe Biden administration is announcing an investment of $251 million in carbon capture and storage projects in seven states.
New reversal by Twitter after move sparked MTA withdrawl
Read full article: New reversal by Twitter after move sparked MTA withdrawlIn an about-face, Twitter says it has restored free access to a key tool for verified government and “publicly owned” services so they can tweet weather, transit and other alerts.
Proposed 410-unit project on former River City Brewing Company site moves forward with approval
Read full article: Proposed 410-unit project on former River City Brewing Company site moves forward with approvalThe City of Jacksonville Downtown Development Review Board (DDRB) meet this week and approved moving forward with several development proposals around downtown Jacksonville, including a proposed wine bar in Brooklyn, a parking garage expansion near the TIAA Bank Building and a revamped mixed-use project at the former home of River City Brewing Company.
New project proposed for former River City Brewing Company site; wine bar, mixed-use projects proposed in Brooklyn
Read full article: New project proposed for former River City Brewing Company site; wine bar, mixed-use projects proposed in BrooklynThe City of Jacksonville Downtown Development Review Board (DDRB) is set to meet to look at moving forward with several development proposals around downtown Jacksonville.
Ozy Media founder Carlos Watson denies federal fraud charges
Read full article: Ozy Media founder Carlos Watson denies federal fraud chargesThe founder of the troubled digital start-up Ozy Media has pleaded not guilty Thursday to federal fraud charges accusing him of scheming to prop up his financially struggling company.
Mikal Bridges scores career-high 45, Nets beat Heat 116-105
Read full article: Mikal Bridges scores career-high 45, Nets beat Heat 116-105Mikal Bridges scored a career-high 45 points, including 15 in a row for Brooklyn to break open a game that had been close for 3 1/2 quarters, and the Nets beat the Miami Heat 116-105 on in the final game for both teams before the All-Star break.
NYC Mayor Adams gets split decision in battle against rats
Read full article: NYC Mayor Adams gets split decision in battle against ratsNew York City Mayor Eric Adams has scored a split decision with a hearing officer dismissing one summons while upholding another issued by a city inspector citing him for not doing enough to keep rodents at bay from his Brooklyn townhouse.
U-Haul driver blames 'invisible object' for deadly rampage
Read full article: U-Haul driver blames 'invisible object' for deadly rampageA U-Haul driver who police say killed one person and injured eight more when he careened onto sidewalks Monday in New York City is saying he “had enough” after seeing an “invisible object” coming toward the truck.
U-Haul driver's NYC 'rampage' leaves 1 dead, 8 hurt
Read full article: U-Haul driver's NYC 'rampage' leaves 1 dead, 8 hurtA man driving a U-Haul truck swerved onto sidewalks and plowed into cyclists and scooter riders in New York City on Monday, killing one person and injuring eight others before police were able to pin the careening vehicle against a building following a mileslong pursuit through Brooklyn.
Drug trial starts for Mexico's former top security official
Read full article: Drug trial starts for Mexico's former top security officialThe man who was once Mexico’s top security official and in charge of fighting the drug cartels is going on trial on charges of helping the Sinaloa Cartel traffic drugs and protect them from capture.
Irving, Nets roll past Spurs 139-103 for 12th straight win
Read full article: Irving, Nets roll past Spurs 139-103 for 12th straight winKyrie Irving made his first seven shots, sparked a big bench celebration with a one-handed follow slam after he finally missed and scored 27 points as the Brooklyn Nets beat the San Antonio Spurs 139-103 for their 12th straight victory.
Congress OKs bill forcing feds to fix broken prison cameras
Read full article: Congress OKs bill forcing feds to fix broken prison camerasCongress has passed legislation requiring the federal Bureau of Prisons to overhaul failing and outdated security systems in the wake of rampant staff sexual abuse, inmate escapes and high-profile deaths.
Grab a cocktail or coffee while you shop at The Greenhouse & Bar
Read full article: Grab a cocktail or coffee while you shop at The Greenhouse & BarThe Greenhouse & Bar is a new small business recently opening in Brooklyn. Its lush greenery space is filled with indoor houseplants, cacti and plant related merchandise. The bar is open from 8am serving espresso drinks, cold brew and fresh pastries throughout the day with craft cocktails, local and craft beers, a selection of natural wines & champagne. Relax, grab a drink, a snack and a plant until 10pm.
Irving returns, Simmons scores 22 as Nets beat Grizzlies
Read full article: Irving returns, Simmons scores 22 as Nets beat GrizzliesKyrie Irving returned from his suspension with 14 points, Ben Simmons tuned up for his trip back to Philadelphia with a season-high 22 and the Brooklyn Nets beat the short-handed Memphis Grizzlies 127-115.
Zion scores 25 points in return, Pelicans rout Nets 130-108
Read full article: Zion scores 25 points in return, Pelicans rout Nets 130-108Zion Williamson returned from a one-year absence with 25 points and nine rebounds, powering the New Orleans Pelicans to a season-opening 130-108 rout of the Brooklyn Nets.
Apple workers in Oklahoma vote to unionize in 2nd labor win
Read full article: Apple workers in Oklahoma vote to unionize in 2nd labor winThe National Labor Relations Board says workers at an Apple store in Oklahoma City voted to unionize, marking the second unionized Apple store in the U.S. in a matter of months.
Groundbreaking makes way for first phase of $250 million One Riverside project
Read full article: Groundbreaking makes way for first phase of $250 million One Riverside projectContractors broke ground Thursday marking the official start of construction of the first phase of One Riverside project in the Brooklyn neighborhood.
Check your lucky numbers: Did you win the $830M Mega Millions prize?
Read full article: Check your lucky numbers: Did you win the $830M Mega Millions prize?Lottery players will be gripping their tickets tightly ahead of the upcoming Mega Millions drawing with an estimated $830 million prize on the line.
Feds settle suit alleging abuse by men detained after 9/11
Read full article: Feds settle suit alleging abuse by men detained after 9/11The Justice Department has settled a long-running lawsuit filed by a group of men rounded up in the weeks after the September 11, 2001, attack who say they were abused in a federal lockup in New York City.
Coney Island's Luna Park to expand, introduce 3 attractions
Read full article: Coney Island's Luna Park to expand, introduce 3 attractionsConey Island's Luna Park will soon be introducing three new attractions and pedestrian plazas on 5 acres along the iconic New York boardwalk as part of an expansion project.
Man hospitalized after shooting in Jacksonville’s Brooklyn neighborhood
Read full article: Man hospitalized after shooting in Jacksonville’s Brooklyn neighborhoodA man was hospitalized, but was expected to survive after he was shot multiple times Thursday night on Jacksonville’s Brooklyn neighborhood, police said.
New York's hasty redistricting rewrite draws ire of locals
Read full article: New York's hasty redistricting rewrite draws ire of localsNew York’s political landscape for the next decade is being quickly retooled by a rural judge and out-of-state expert after a court ruled Democrats controlling New York's legislature bungled the job.