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Trump’s unemployment relief order would cost New York $4 billion. Here’s what it could mean for you

Trump’s unemployment relief order would cost New York $4 billion. Here’s what it could mean for you

On Saturday Trump signed an executive order that could extend unemployment benefits to a reduced rate of $400 per week.

Are you a New Yorker struggling with unemployment? Here are some resources to help

Are you a New Yorker struggling with unemployment? Here are some resources to help

A list of resources to help New Yorkers facing unemployment

A New Executive Order Allows Courts to Pause Evictions for Another Month

A New Executive Order Allows Courts to Pause Evictions for Another Month

But the state must cancel rent, community groups say. Some 14,000 renters could still be evicted during the pandemic.

Will NYC schools reopen this fall? Getting down to the wire, Cuomo says a decision will be made this

Will NYC schools reopen this fall? Getting down to the wire, Cuomo says a decision will be made this

How safe is it to ride the subway? New studies suggest it may not be as dangerous as you think

How safe is it to ride the subway? New studies suggest it may not be as dangerous as you think

Studies from Europe and Asia show that taking public transportation might not be a major cause of new coronavirus cases.

NYC Suspended 64 Liquor Licenses for COVID-Related Violations in July

NYC Suspended 64 Liquor Licenses for COVID-Related Violations in July

Regulators and police crack down on unsafe, illegal social gatherings as the state flattens the curve.

NYPD Disproportionately Targets Black Brooklyners for Drinking Outside

NYPD Disproportionately Targets Black Brooklyners for Drinking Outside

Are You a New Yorker Who’s Lost Income? Apply to the COVID Rent Relief Program—and Quickly.

Are You a New Yorker Who’s Lost Income? Apply to the COVID Rent Relief Program—and Quickly.

The deadline is July 30. Here’s how to submit an application.

The MTA, Hemorrhaging $200 Million Per Week, Calls For Federal Bailout

The MTA, Hemorrhaging $200 Million Per Week, Calls For Federal Bailout

The steep decline in MTA ridership is a gift to public health. But it has precipitated an historic financial crisis.

With Indoor Dining On Hold, Here are the Best of Bushwick’s Outdoor Bars & Restaurants

With Indoor Dining On Hold, Here are the Best of Bushwick’s Outdoor Bars & Restaurants

Bushwick Gym Changes Its Name Amid Black Lives Matter Protests

Bushwick Gym Changes Its Name Amid Black Lives Matter Protests

NYC Pushes Through to Phase Three of Reopening

NYC Pushes Through to Phase Three of Reopening

Indoor dining may still be closed, but spas, nail salons, tattoo parlors, dog parks and outdoor courts are open!

Freedom Always Been Ours: An Outdoor Market Celebration

Freedom Always Been Ours: An Outdoor Market Celebration

Ethel’s Club hosts its first-ever socially-distanced outdoor market centering local brands and restaurants by Black people and people of color.

New Bar Offers Beer, Art, Shuffleboard and Just a Touch of Dystopia

New Bar Offers Beer, Art, Shuffleboard and Just a Touch of Dystopia

Summer Youth Employment Program Hangs in the Balance: ‘exalt’ Says They are Ready to Go Remote

Summer Youth Employment Program Hangs in the Balance: ‘exalt’ Says They are Ready to Go Remote

Thousands of kids across New York City depend on the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) to occupy their time every summer.

Parks and Playgrounds Are Open, But Dog Runs Aren’t?  Bushwick Dog Owners Aren’t Happy

Parks and Playgrounds Are Open, But Dog Runs Aren’t? Bushwick Dog Owners Aren’t Happy

“People are sitting outside at tables and going back to their workplaces, getting their hair done, but I can’t go to the dog run.” – Amy Willard, Volunteer Director for Maria Hernandez Dog Run Pack

The (Preliminary) Results Are In!  The Candidates Expected to Win The Primary

The (Preliminary) Results Are In! The Candidates Expected to Win The Primary

NYC Enters Phase Two of Reopening Today: Here’s What You Need to Know

NYC Enters Phase Two of Reopening Today: Here’s What You Need to Know

2020 Primary Race Primer: The North Brooklyn Candidates

2020 Primary Race Primer: The North Brooklyn Candidates

Information on the candidate’s you’ll see on your ballot. Be sure to cast your vote by Tuesday June 23, 2020!

Senate Candidate Accused of Attempting to ‘Scam the Elderly’ in Unauthorized COVID Testing Event

Senate Candidate Accused of Attempting to ‘Scam the Elderly’ in Unauthorized COVID Testing Event

“They are taking advantage of my elderly residents”: Tenant Association President Bars State Senate Candidate Andy Marte (left) and District Leader Tommy Torres (right) from NYCHA Grounds.

NYC Begins Reopening: What You Need to Know About Phase 1

NYC Begins Reopening: What You Need to Know About Phase 1

Learn more about the reopening of NYC and how you might be affected.

Bushwick Gallery Giving Back: Community Pantry at The Living Gallery

Bushwick Gallery Giving Back: Community Pantry at The Living Gallery

Bushwick community members hold a community pantry outside The Living Gallery.

Community Board 4 Meetings Go Digital As COVID-19 Restrictions Continue

Community Board 4 Meetings Go Digital As COVID-19 Restrictions Continue

Cuomo Extends NY Stay-At-Home Order Until May 28

Cuomo Extends NY Stay-At-Home Order Until May 28

Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed an executive order Thursday night extending New York “PAUSE” until May 28.

Op-Ed: All I Want for Mother’s Day is ‘Relief for All’

Op-Ed: All I Want for Mother’s Day is ‘Relief for All’

Jessica Franco is a small homeowner living in Cypress Hills and the Director of Community Affairs for New York State Senator Julia Salazar.

Sweet Chili, Acclaimed for Creative Southeast Asian Food, To Reopen For Pickup & Delivery

Sweet Chili, Acclaimed for Creative Southeast Asian Food, To Reopen For Pickup & Delivery

Congresswoman Velazquez Introduces Legislation to Make Pandemic Unemployment Funds Tax-Free

Congresswoman Velazquez Introduces Legislation to Make Pandemic Unemployment Funds Tax-Free

The congresswoman, whose district encompasses Bushwick, has introduced legislation in the House of Representatives that would make the $600 weekly benefit provided in the CARES Act tax free

Bushwick’s Source For BBQ Brisket Pho Re-Opens for Delivery

Bushwick’s Source For BBQ Brisket Pho Re-Opens for Delivery

City Council Candidates Speak Out Against Cuomo’s Abrupt Cancellation  of Special Election

City Council Candidates Speak Out Against Cuomo’s Abrupt Cancellation of Special Election

Helping COVID-19 Frontline Workers Through Art

Helping COVID-19 Frontline Workers Through Art

A fine art rental subscription company called Curina has launched a COVID-19 benefit project and will donate 100% of its sale commission to delivering PPE

Bushwick Noise Complaints Spike as NYS Stays on PAUSE

Bushwick Noise Complaints Spike as NYS Stays on PAUSE

It comes as no surprise that in the city that never sleeps, when everyone is forced into their homes and closed quarters, 311 complaints experience a spike.

Elsewhere Space Hosting a Free Virtual Music Festival Tonight

Elsewhere Space Hosting a Free Virtual Music Festival Tonight

Cuomo Says New Yorkers Can Vote by Mail for Upcoming Primary Election

Cuomo Says New Yorkers Can Vote by Mail for Upcoming Primary Election

Reduced polling locations could be a huge setback for in-person voting in Bushwick and Ridgewood as well, as both areas have reported a total of over 2,700 residents testing positive.

Brooklyn Renters are Organizing, Sharing Resources and Lobbying Cuomo on Facebook

Brooklyn Renters are Organizing, Sharing Resources and Lobbying Cuomo on Facebook

Grove resident Matt Clifford created a Facebook page in which the city and state governments’ response to the COVID crisis is sharply criticized and resources useful to impacted renters are collected.

Hospitality Under Siege: An Inside Look at How Bushwick Distilleries are Innovating to Survive

Hospitality Under Siege: An Inside Look at How Bushwick Distilleries are Innovating to Survive

This column’s opening entry profiles two business owners – a distiller and a sake brewer – and their navigation through the treacherous COVID waters of New York City.

Play this Dr. Fauci video game and Raise Money for NYC’s First Responders

Play this Dr. Fauci video game and Raise Money for NYC’s First Responders

Fauci’s Revenge is part of the #BeattheVirus campaign to raise $25,000 for New York City hospitals and first responders.