Brooklyn Book Bodega helps kids build their own libraries
As students head back to school next week, a Brooklyn-based nonprofit is working to make sure kids have at-home libraries.
Steelpan orchestras prepare for annual Panorama competition in Brooklyn
Steelpan orchestras citywide are preparing for the Panorama competition at the Brooklyn Museum this weekend.
Affordable housing lottery opens for Gowanus residential high-rise
The skyline in Gowanus changes on a daily basis as we begin to see the impact of the 2021 Neighborhood Rezoning.
NYC making big investment in maternal health in Coney Island
New York City leaders say a new Women's Health Center is going to address critical disparities in Coney Island.
CBS News New York hosting pop-up newsroom at Brighton Jubilee Festival
Want to hang out with CBS News New York's Brooklyn team? We'll be at the 47th Brighton Jubilee Festival this weekend.
Child reported missing in Brooklyn found with the help of Chopper 2
A child who had been reported missing in Midwood, Brooklyn Thursday has been found, with the help of CBS New York's Chopper 2.
Should lifeguards be part of the FDNY instead of NYC Parks?
It's being called a possible solution to our city's ongoing lifeguard shortage. Some in South Brooklyn want lifeguards to be part of the FDNY.
Animal Rescue in Brooklyn pauses intake because of mounting debt
Co-founders of AMA Animal Rescue in Gravesend say they're unsure they can afford to keep their doors open.
NYC students designing their own community youth space
A group of middle school students at a NYCHA development spent their summer designing a new youth space in their community center.
Brooklyn homeowner disputes community garden over much-needed repairs
A Brooklyn man worries about water damage to his old home. He says the community garden next door is to blame.
National Dominican Day Parade draws thousands to Midtown
The rhythm of merengue was the theme of the 42nd National Dominican Day Parade on Sunday in Manhattan.
NYC movie theater hosting free "Deadpool & Wolverine" screenings
A small, independent movie theater in Brooklyn is giving away free movie tickets to "Deadpool & Wolverine" this weekend. It's part of an effort to support family-owned theaters around the country.
Flooding issues continue to plague NYCHA residents in Williamsburg
Residents of one Brooklyn NYCHA building say they've been dealing with plumbing problems for more than a year.
A historic NYC cemetery is trying to combat climate change
One of the largest cemeteries in New York City has completed a major project to deal with storm water runoff.
Mural in Brooklyn commemorates Warsaw Uprising
A new mural commemorating the bravery and resilience of the Polish people during World War II has been unveiled in Greenpoint, one of the largest Polish communities in the United States.