The Word: James Franco paints mural in BK, is really James Franco-y
It is possible that James Franco has out-Franco-ed himself. Adding “street artist” to his absurdly lengthy resume (ever heard of a vacation, bro? Just reading about all the things you do makes me sleepy), Franco has now painted a mural on a Brooklyn wall
Health Dept: Measles outbreak hits Brooklyn
A measles outbreak has hit one Brooklyn community and may be spreading, health officials say. There have been 21 cases [...]
Jane’s Walks
Many of last year’s walks are being reprised as part of the 100 free walking tours slated for this weekend.
Ruben Ubiles, charged in mezuzah burnings, in hospital
A law enforcement source says Ubiles has been moved from a police facility to a hospital.
Mezuzah-burning suspect declares innocence on Facebook
Ruben Ubiles, the suspect in the burning of 12 mezuzahs, appears to have declared his innocence on Facebook. A cop source reported he has 40 prior arrests.
Source: mezuzah burnings suspect in custody
A law enforcement source tells Metro the suspect in the burning of 12 mezuzahs is now in custody.
Police identify suspect in mezuzah burnings
Police have identified a suspect in connection with the burning of 12 mezuzahs in Williamsburg. Cops are searching for Ruben [...]
Northside Festival music lineup announced
This year’s Northside Festival will feature over 40 films and 350 bands, including The Walkmen.
Williamsburg residents at alleged hate crime site complain about NYCHA
Community members complain that NYCHA has not maintained safety in the buildings where an apparent hate crime took place.
(UPDATED) Mezuzahs burned at another Williamsburg building
Burned mezuzahs were found at another Williamsburg building on Tuesday. Police have not found the suspect seen on camera in the first instance on Monday.