Latest News and Updates from Bushwick

October 30, 2024

Lab Tests Show Dangerous Levels of Lead Falling From Bushwick Subway Stations

January 27, 2022

Streets in Bushwick may be subject to dangerous lead exposure. Because of the quiet stripping of 2018 legislation by former governor Andrew Cuomo, the extent of the problem remains largely unknown. A Bushwick Daily investigation.

Supporters of New NYC Noncitizen Voting Law Respond to Legal Challenges

January 20, 2022

The Our City, Our Vote law grants an estimated 800,000 NYC legal permanent residents the ability to vote in municipal elections, becoming the largest expansion of voting rights in the nation’s recent history. A lawsuit filed in Staten Island by the RNC puts its legality to the test.

Bossa Nova Civic Club Closed Indefinitely After Tragic Building Fire

January 13, 2022

One person is in serious but stable condition, a dog did not survive, and the building sustained significant damage. A GoFundMe has been set up.

The Fight Against The North Brooklyn Pipeline Continues With a Decision on Feb. 7

January 13, 2022

In just a few weeks, Governor Hochul and the DEC will decide whether or not to allow National Grid to install fracked gas vaporizers at the apex of the North Brooklyn Pipeline.

Weekly Update on Current Bushwick Covid Numbers, as of Jan. 12

January 12, 2022

Information on positive Covid cases, hospitalizations and deaths in Bushwick and all of New York City.

$4.3 Million Project To Reduce Storm Flooding Is Underway at Bushwick II Houses

January 7, 2022

The citywide project is estimated to capture 55 million gallons of stormwater each year.

Famous Leonard Library Set To Reopen Jan. 10

January 6, 2022

The iconic library will reopen Monday, following a temporary closure due to renovations.

New ‘Interborough Express’ Proposed by Gov. Hochul Would Connect Bushwick With Other Neighborhoods in Brooklyn, Queens

January 6, 2022

Gov. Hochul has ordered the MTA to begin the environmental review process for the project immediately.