When a man starts out to build a world, he starts first with himself.” — poet Langston Hughes, who was born on this day in 1902.

Some unsheltered New Yorkers say they prefer the freedom of the streets. Others say they have not been asked in.

Notable people born on this day include z“Arrested Development” star Portia de Rossi and singer-songwriter Justin Timberlake.

Construction on the $16 billion Gateway rail tunnel between New York and New Jersey is set to grind to a halt by Feb. 6 ...

The Brooklyn Daily Eagle editorial staff highlights images from around the world, photos courtesy of the Associated Press.

Wing Wars, a wing-tasting competition and fundraiser featuring wings from 15 local Bay Ridge eateries and bars, took place on Saturday.

Black Seed Bagels uses plug-in batteries to cut peak electricity costs, reduce utility bills, and support grid-friendly, clean energy in NYC.

The alliance of more than 50 policy nonprofits and volunteer community groups across New York City has released the NYC Greenways Scorecard.

BROOKLYN ORG IS PROVIDING NEARLY HALF A MILLION DOLLARS through its Brooklyn Backs Brooklyn Campaign to organizations.

With more than 25 years of legal experience devoting her entire career to public interest law, Juliet Howard has finally achieved her dream.

As Lunar New Year approaches, the Brooklyn Chinese-American Association announced its annual celebration will be held on Sunday, Feb. 22.

St. Patrick’s Catholic Academy, 401 97th St., hosted its 10th Annual STEM Olympics on Thursday, Jan. 29. The friendly competition helped kick off Catholic Schools Week. Students from grades six ...