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College Beat: Blackbirds, Terriers renew "Battle of Brooklyn" rivalry

Downtown

Now that the Nets and Knicks are done scuffling for Big Apple hoops supremacy, our borough's basketball enthusiasts can focus on Brooklyn's longest-running hardwood feud. … Full Article

2 hurt as 168 firefighters respond to Bedford Avenue blaze

Williamsburg

Fire officials say two firefighters were hospitalized after battling a four-alarm blaze in Brooklyn on Tuesday afternoon. … Full Article

New officers sworn by Kings County Criminal Bar Association

Downtown

The Kings County Criminal Bar Association last Thursday kicked off 2013 with the induction of a new president and a discussion on false confessions. … Full Article

Pro Bono Barrister: Brooklyn law briefs

Downtown

BBA Foundation Committee Holds Public Forum on Criminal Law … Full Article

Justice Anthony Cutrona: A force for good in Brooklyn's legal community

Downtown

To many in the Kings Legal community the news of the passing of Supreme Court Justice Anthony Cutrona last Thursday, at the age of 74, came as quite a shock. … Full Article

ASK THE DA: How to prevent cell phone thefts

Downtown

I keep reading about the danger of electronic devices being stolen while riding the subways. I am not very knowledgeable about new technology but would like to keep as safe as possible. Can you offer advice on how to best defeat a thief?
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