Atlantic Avenue at seven in the morning: intersections like these could make those without cars thankful for their Metro cards. With each green light, cars punch the gas, peeling ahead at full-force like a drag race commute to work.
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April 15, 2010April 15, 2010Live Wire
Police release photo of Bed-Stuy shooting suspect
The NYPD has released a photo of Adam Bilal, the man suspected in the shooting that injured three people including a 5-year-old on Sunday. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1-800-577-TIPS.
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Former Morgan Stanley broker to plead guilty at Brooklyn court
A former Morgan Stanley broker will plead guilty today at Brooklyn federal court to receiving kickbacks. The Brooklyn U.S. Attorney’s office has been investigating the stock-loan industry, focusing on allegations that employees took bribes or finder fees.
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April 15, 2010April 15, 2010Live Wire
Park Slope food co-op challenges Barney’s over name
The members-only Park Slope Food Coop, known for its affordable produce and left-wing views, plans to challenge Barney’s Co-op over the use of the term ‘co-op’. The Barney’s fashion chain plans to expand into Brooklyn this fall.
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April 15, 2010April 15, 2010Live Wire
Unlicensed driver charged in death of teen cyclist
An unlicensed driver who ran a red light and killed an 18-year-old cyclist on Flatbush Avenue has been charged with criminally negligent homicide. Michael Oxley, 28, dragged victim Jake McDonaugh for more than 50 yards, according to police.
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Cops have suspect in shooting of 5-year-old
Police have identified 24-year-old Adam Bilal in the Sunday afternoon shooting that injured three people, including a 5-year-old girl. Cops say Bilal opened fire on Halsey Street in Bed-Stuy, where Syniah Herndon was playing outside her house. She was shot in the leg and is recovering.
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April 15, 2010April 15, 2010Live Wire
Boom in Brooklyn home sales
Home sales in Brooklyn were up 57 % in the first quarter compared to last year, according to a report out today. However, property values in the borough are down 14% from their peak in 2007.
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Agreement on its way for Brooklyn Heights chopper problem
The Economic Development Corporation told WPIX that it is in the process of creating a plan to deal with the helicopter traffic over Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO. Tourist and commuter flights have caused noise complaints from residents over recent months.
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April 15, 2010April 15, 2010Live Wire
Imam to be sentenced in Brooklyn today
An Afghanistan-born imam linked to a thwarted subway suicide bomb plot faces jail time after pleading guilty. Ahmad Afzali will be sentenced in Brooklyn this afternoon.
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Brooklyn principal under investigation
Yolanda Ramirez, principal of PS 38, is being investigated after reports that she threatened teachers who gave her poor reviews on an Education Department survey. Nearly 60% of teachers at the Pacific Street school said they don’t trust Ramirez, resulting in her berating staff for 40 minutes.