New Yorkers Seek Financial Tools to Keep Up with Rising Costs
Earned wage access helps workers bridge the gap, but some lawmakers want to restrict access
Mets Legends Mazzilli and Valentine Inducted into Hall of Fame
Brooklyn's Best Arcades Offer Family Fun
Crime
Body of Missing Long Island Teen Found in Brooklyn Waters
Thomas Medlin, 15, disappeared after traveling to New York City in January, his body recovered 2 months later

Innocent Bystander Shot in Broad Daylight Brooklyn Plaza
Victim stable after stray bullet incident in crowded shopping area
Four Shot in Brooklyn Bar Brawl, One Victim's Foot 'Shot Off': Witness
Shooting at Richard's Restaurant and Bar leaves four injured, investigation ongoing
Weather
Extreme Cold Disrupts Lives Across North America
New AP-NORC poll shows millions impacted by frigid winter weather in 2026

Growing number of Americans report extreme cold
AP-NORC poll finds more people affected by frigid winter weather in recent years
Awaiting Winter Storm Like Watching Bread Rise
Columnist reflects on the patience required for both weather and baking
Lifestyle
Sparrow Visits Radio Studio During AC Malfunction
A small bird flies into the studio during a temporary air conditioning shutdown, leading to an unexpected encounter.

Bozoma Saint John Shares Her Affordable Beauty Essentials
The former corporate executive and 'Real Housewives' star reveals her drugstore skincare must-have and other style favorites.
Decade-Long Sidewalk Shed Saga at Brooklyn Courthouse
City Council member calls the long-standing scaffolding "embarrassing" as repairs finally get underway.
Business
NYC Council Approves 395 Flatbush Tower, Set to Be Brooklyn's Second Tallest
The new residential tower led by Rabina and Park Tower Group will become a prominent addition to Brooklyn's skyline.

Live Nation Settlement Brings Partial Relief to Concertgoers
Justice Department deal imposes some limits on Ticketmaster's monopolistic practices, but critics say more is needed.
Former Goldman Sachs CEO Touts College as 'Real Accelerator' to Middle Class
Lloyd Blankfein, who grew up in Brooklyn public housing, credits his Harvard education for his success in finance.
Entertainment
Keisha Scarville Wins Brooklyn Museum's $25,000 Uovo Prize
Photographer known for work about diaspora and identity to receive commission and feature on Uovo's facade

Madison Pettis Calls Ex-Boyfriend Michael Porter Jr. a 'Psychopath'
The actress opened up about her past relationship with the Brooklyn Nets forward on a recent podcast.
Fans Encounter Harry Styles on NYC Bridge While Listening to His New Album
Julia Parker and her roommate Katherine Christen had a serendipitous moment with the singer on the Williamsburg Bridge.