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Police officer allowed to sue for fall in city lot

A police officer who tripped and fell while pursuing a suspect in a vacant New York City lot is allowed to continue his lawsuit against the city for negligence, the Brooklyn Appellate court ruled. … Full Article

Bloomberg, BP banter and bask in bard's blessed words to hail long-awaited stage

Shakespeare would feel right at home. Even the trap doors in the stage floor work the way they did back in his day. … Full Article

Man charged with attempting to defraud a Brooklyn law enforcement agent

An Illinois man has been arrested and charged on Tuesday on allegations that he defrauded a Florida company and attempted to defraud and undercover Brooklyn law enforcement agent. … Full Article

Former Rep. Major Owens of Brooklyn dies at 77

Major Owens, a New York City Democrat who served 12 terms in the U.S. House and was credited with helping to pass the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, has died at age 77. … Full Article

Fire lieutenant to represent Brooklyn in Foot Locker Challenge

There will be more than 45,000 runners competing in this year’s New York City Marathon and there are just as many fascinating stories associated with the most famous long distance race in the world. … Full Article

Guards posted to protect Banksy work in Williamsburg

A Brooklyn building owner has hired security guards and installed a metal gate to protect a work by the elusive British graffiti artist Banksy. … Full Article

President Obama to visit Crown Heights high school Friday

President Barack Obama plans to visit Pathways in Technology Early College High School (PTECH) in Crown Heights on Friday, as Politicker reported. … Full Article

Federal suit filed for wrongful death of Brooklyn woman

Lawyers for the family of Kyam Livingston have filed suit in Brooklyn federal court accusing New York City and the New York City Police Department for causing and contributing to Livingston’s wrongful death. … Full Article

Appellate Division, 2nd Department, to hold session at Hon. Albert Rosenblatt Dutchess County courthouse

Presiding Justice Randall T. Eng of the Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department, announced on Monday that the court will hold its first sitting at the historic Honorable Albert M. … Full Article