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Mamdani plans to build temporary highway in Brooklyn Heights to fix crumbling part of BQE

Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration plans to build a temporary two-level highway over Furman Street to divert traffic while rebuilding the crumbling BQE triple-cantilever beneath the Brooklyn Heights Promenade.

The 6-Year Fight Over a Brooklyn Bridge Park Bathroom

Public restrooms at the Pierhouse in Brooklyn Bridge Park remain closed due to a long-running noise lawsuit filed by a luxury condo owner.

NYC Sees an 'Uptick' in ICE Activity

Immigrant advocacy groups report a sharp uptick in ICE activity across New York City, with 21 documented detentions recorded in a single week compared to just two the week prior.

New York State test results 2026 for public schools released

New York City State test results for 2026 show a significant 6-point drop in reading proficiency across grades 3-8, while math scores remained stable at 57% citywide.

New York City to install 600 additional curbside charging points - electrive.com

The NYC Department of Transportation is expanding the PlugNYC network by adding 600 curbside charging points across all five boroughs over the next three years.

MTA wraps up $106M renovation of Borough Hall subway where ceiling collapsed in 2018

The MTA has completed a five-year, $106 million renovation of the Borough Hall subway station, featuring new elevators, flood-proofing, and structural repairs.

Dean & Bergen Bike Boulevard Project | Projects & Initiatives

The NYC Department of Transportation is launching a phased project to convert Dean Street and Bergen Street into low-speed, high-comfort bike boulevards prioritized for cyclists and pedestrians.

The Brooklyn Marine Terminal Development Corporation and Advisory Task Force, explained - Red Hook Star-Revue

The Brooklyn Marine Terminal Development Corporation has begun meetings to finalize the redevelopment of 122 acres of Brooklyn’s waterfront, transitioning from a contentious vision plan to a formal planning process.

Illegal semi-trailer snarls Brooklyn Heights intersection for hours

NYC job alert: City seeks BQE czar to rebuild ramshackle triple-cantilever

The NYC Department of Transportation is hiring an assistant commissioner to serve as a BQE czar tasked with finalizing a long-term fix for the crumbling triple-cantilever structure beneath the Brooklyn Heights Promenade.

Historic vessel mysteriously sinks in NYC — just days after schooner-turned-bar met similar fate

Two historic schooners owned by the hospitality group Crew have mysteriously sank days apart at the Henry Street Basin near Red Hook, prompting concerns over the maintenance of the landmark vessels.

Beloved Former Restaurant Boat Sinks In Red Hook

The historic 1924 racing schooner Pilot, formerly a popular floating restaurant at Pier 6, sank overnight at its maintenance mooring in Red Hook earlier this week.

Opinion: The Case for Letting the BQE Fail - Streetsblog New York City

Community organizers are considering the removal of the BQE as an alternative to expensive repairs on the triple cantilever, drawing parallels to the 1970s dismantling of the West Side Highway.

NYC public pools opening Saturday, June 27, 2026

New York City outdoor public pools are scheduled to open for the summer season on Saturday, June 27, with daily hours at locations including Red Hook and Brooklyn Navy Yard.

City hopes to reduce traffic, again, on historic Montague Street strip

The NYC Department of Transportation’s efforts to prioritize pedestrians on Montague Street have sparked debate among business owners and residents over the loss of parking and the aesthetic impact of new infrastructure.