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Mamdani Launches Bed-Stuy Housing Plan

Mayor Zohran Mamdani, alongside the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and the Department of Social Services (DSS), announced the start of a public engagement process for Fulton-Howard West, a major new affordable housing and community services project in Bedford-Stuyvesant. The proposal would transform City-owned land on Fulton Street into a mixed-use development featuring 100% affordable housing, upgraded community spaces and expanded social services for local residents.

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Brooklyn Man Sentenced in Fake Plate Scheme

A Brooklyn man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to running a scheme that sold forged temporary license plates across multiple states, according to Letitia James. Authorities say the operation used social media to distribute fake plates, contributing to the rise of untraceable “ghost cars” and undermining roadway safety and enforcement efforts.

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Jeffries, Velázquez Secure $1.85M for Broadway Corridor

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez have secured $1.85 million in federal funding to support the long-awaited reconstruction of Brooklyn’s Broadway Corridor. The investment will fund critical roadway and pedestrian safety improvements along a heavily trafficked stretch connecting Williamsburg to East New York. Local leaders say the project addresses years of infrastructure concerns and aims to improve conditions for residents, small businesses, and commuters who rely on the corridor daily.

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Mamdani Unveils Brooklyn School Bike Safety Plan

New York City Mayor Mamdani joined families and students riding with the Bergen Bike Bus in Brooklyn to unveil a series of safety improvements designed to make biking to school safer and more accessible. The announcement highlights the city’s continued investment in protected bike lanes, traffic calming measures, and family-friendly street design, reinforcing a broader push to support sustainable transportation while prioritizing the safety of children and caregivers across New York City.

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Zinerman Unveils Deed Theft Eviction Legislation

Assemblymember Stefani Zinerman has unveiled new legislation aimed at protecting homeowners from eviction while property ownership is being disputed in court. The proposed Deed Theft Eviction Protection Act seeks to prevent families from being displaced during ongoing legal challenges, addressing a growing crisis impacting generational wealth and housing stability. Zinerman is also calling on state, city, and judicial leaders to take immediate, coordinated action before the legislative session ends.

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Stefani Zinerman Unveils Brooklyn Affordability Plan

Assemblymember Stefani L. Zinerman has introduced a sweeping affordability plan aimed at stabilizing housing, increasing incomes, and reducing everyday costs for residents in Bedford-Stuyvesant and Crown Heights. The proposal outlines targeted actions to prevent displacement, strengthen tenant and homeowner protections, and expand economic opportunities, while addressing broader cost-of-living pressures facing families across Brooklyn’s 56th District.

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Fusion East Hosts First Tuesdays Live Music

Fusion East, in collaboration with Brooklyn Buzz, continues its popular First Tuesdays Live Music Series on Tuesday, May 5, featuring Ronnie Roc’s Afrazz Trio. Known across New York City for their smooth blend of jazz and Caribbean rhythms, the trio brings high-energy live music to East New York with no cover charge. Just steps from the Gateway Center Mall, Fusion East offers great food, happy hour from 4–7 PM, and a vibrant atmosphere—guests are encouraged to arrive early for the best seats.

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Mamdani Meets Black Clergy & Elected Officials

At a gathering of clergy and elected officials in Brooklyn, Mayor Mamdani delivered remarks focused on unity, affordability, public safety, and the role of faith leaders in shaping New York City’s future. Speaking at Antioch Baptist Church, he connected his administration’s early actions to a broader legacy of Black political leadership and coalition-building in the city.

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Flatbush Ave Bus Lanes Project Begins in Brooklyn

Construction is underway on a major redesign of Flatbush Avenue aimed at improving bus speeds, enhancing pedestrian safety, and transforming one of Brooklyn’s busiest corridors into a more efficient, people-focused street.