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A Meeting With Public Advocate Letitia James This Friday Gives You the Opportunity to Talk Local

A Meeting With Public Advocate Letitia James This Friday Gives You the Opportunity to Talk Local

The Friday night meeting is specifically for Bushwick and Cypress Hills residents and issues in the two neighborhoods.

And the Winner of the Democratic Public Advocate Runoff Election is….

And the Winner of the Democratic Public Advocate Runoff Election is….

Letitia James, ladies and gentleman!

UPDATED: NYC Protest Schedule for Today, Wednesday June 17, 2020

UPDATED: NYC Protest Schedule for Today, Wednesday June 17, 2020

A breakdown of the events happening today.

Rafael Espinal: the Bear and the Unicorn

Rafael Espinal: the Bear and the Unicorn

Which Brooklynites are Running for Public Advocate?

Which Brooklynites are Running for Public Advocate?

Here’s the rundown of what you need to know about Brooklyn candidates before the February election.

Julia Salazar Won The New York State  Democratic Primary Against Longtime Politician Martin Dilan

Julia Salazar Won The New York State Democratic Primary Against Longtime Politician Martin Dilan

Dilan who was running for his ninth term in the North Brooklyn district.

Two of the 10 Worst Landlords in NYC Own Properties in Bushwick

Two of the 10 Worst Landlords in NYC Own Properties in Bushwick

Some of the worst landlords in the city own properties right here in Bushwick.

Here’s How the Bushwick Area Fared in 2017 Municipal Elections

Here’s How the Bushwick Area Fared in 2017 Municipal Elections

The people have spoken and the votes have been counted. How was our city’s government changed?

Here Are All the Winners from the 2017 New York Primary

Here Are All the Winners from the 2017 New York Primary

Bushwick voters turned out to vote in the primary on Tuesday. See which winners will be representing our neighborhood in the mayoral race and beyond.

UPDATE: A Firefighter Died After a Fall from a Burning Ridgewood Building

UPDATE: A Firefighter Died After a Fall from a Burning Ridgewood Building

A member of FDNY has died after falling off a ladder while battling a two-alarm fire in Ridgewood.

This Weekend Marks Your Last Chance to Vote in NYC’s Participatory Budgeting

This Weekend Marks Your Last Chance to Vote in NYC’s Participatory Budgeting

Bushwick is lousy with opportunities to participate in grassroots democracy this week. Take advantage of them all!

2016 Worst Landlords List Includes Plenty of Offenders With Buildings in and Around Bushwick

2016 Worst Landlords List Includes Plenty of Offenders With Buildings in and Around Bushwick

The comprehensive lists and maps show exact locations of buildings, putting more information into the hands of city residents.

Hundreds Marched to Protest Unfair Housing Practices in Bushwick

Hundreds Marched to Protest Unfair Housing Practices in Bushwick

On Wednesday, hundreds of people marched through the streets of Bushwick demanding visibility and accountability when it comes to

Bushwick Landlords Are Abundantly Listed in the Newly Released “Worst Landlord Watchlist”

Bushwick Landlords Are Abundantly Listed in the Newly Released “Worst Landlord Watchlist”

Oh, you know how Bushwick is so cool and hot at the same time that it regularly gets mentioned at all sorts of lists like the recent Vogue’s list of the coolest neighborhoods in the world? So today Bushwick made another list — albeit a less flattering one — 2015 Worst Landlord List

Jose Lopez from Make the Road Talks about Illegal Practices of Bushwick Landlords

Jose Lopez from Make the Road Talks about Illegal Practices of Bushwick Landlords

Around 100 Bushwick residents gathered around apartment buildings where long-term residents have been complaining about landlord harassment and rallied in defense of their tenants rights on Sunday April 6, 2014

The Winners of (and the Runoff from) the 2013 Primary Elections!

The Winners of (and the Runoff from) the 2013 Primary Elections!

Good afternoon Bushwick!

It’s Primary Day! Do You Know Where Your Children Are Voting?

It’s Primary Day! Do You Know Where Your Children Are Voting?

Photo from http://www.whytuesday.org/2010/10/28/bloomberg-thumbs-up-to-san-fran-weekend-voting/ …just kidding, kids can’t vote. But you can! And you should, if you want to avoid having your neighbors assume you’re a clueless transplant from the Midwest. Be the change you wish to see in the world, keep your rent from skyrocketing, or get a sticker. And NYC is doing everything within […]

Espinal’s Historic Campaign & Why the Special Election for NYC Public Advocate Matters for Bushwick

Espinal’s Historic Campaign & Why the Special Election for NYC Public Advocate Matters for Bushwick

So far, a dozen candidates have officially announced their campaigns for the position including Bushwick’s District 37 City Councilmember , Rafael Espinal.

How Local Advocates Want to Address Bushwick’s Race, Class & Affordable Housing Issues

How Local Advocates Want to Address Bushwick’s Race, Class & Affordable Housing Issues

An expert panel on gentrification versus affordable housing in New York City filled audience members with frustration—and hope.