CONEY ISLAND — Brooklyn welcomed summer with one of its longest standing traditions: the annual Mermaid Parade at Coney Island on Saturday, June 21.. Now in its 43rd year, the parade was again ...

2 sailors killed after Mexican Navy tall ship smashes into Brooklyn Bridge The 300-foot tall ship Cuauhtémoc is used for sail training and is a diplomatic symbol of Mexico abroad.

Brooklyn News Driver charged with DWI in crash that injured 2 NYPD officers, 2 others In Brooklyn, police now say a drunk driver is to blame for a three-car crash that sent four people to the ...

Search our comprehensive guide to things to do in Brooklyn for more local events — or submit your own! Friday, June 20. BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Habibi Festival: Celebrate the rich and diverse sounds ...

1980s: A Decade in the Collections The Smithsonian's collections represent our nation's shared history, art from across the globe, and the immense diversity of the natural and cultural world.