Beloved Williamsburg chess team poised to lose funding
Proposed budget cuts would slash afterschool funding for children across the city, and one of the items on the chopping [...]
‘Violent Material’: an exploration of violent imagery in Brooklyn
A photo series by a Brooklyn-based photographer is particularly resonant after a violent weekend that saw 25 New Yorkers victimized by gun violence.
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.