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Justice Lillian Wan (left) and Justice Phillip Hom (right) present Lieutenant Mido Mary Wu (center) with the Hon. Randall T. Eng Award during the annual ceremony hosted by the Appellate Division, Second Department in Brooklyn Heights on May 14, 2025. Wu, a longtime Kings County court officer, was honored for her trailblazing service and recent promotion as the first Asian American woman to attain the rank of lieutenant in the state court system. Brooklyn Eagle photo by Robert Abruzzese

In quiet service, a trailblazer rises: Lt. Mary Wu honored at Eng Awards

May 28 | Rob Abruzzese

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Perez was walking with friends to a Memorial Day barbecue. Cruz fired multiple shots at Perez’s 22-year-old friend, prompting the group to flee. Photo: SianStock/Adobe Stock

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From left to right: Judge Rena Malik, Judge L. Austin D'Souza, Associate Justice Lillian Wan, Judge Donald Leo and moderator Jameson Xu at the "Pathways to the Bench" event hosted by the Asian American Bar Association of New York at New York Law School on July 23. The panel of esteemed Brooklyn judges shared their journeys and insights with aspiring judges and law students. Eagle photo by Robert Abruzzese

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The Kings County Supreme Court celebrated AAHNPI Heritage Month with a vibrant event featuring cultural performances and speeches from prominent judges, including keynote speaker Hon. Donald Leo, highlighting the importance of diversity and inclusivity in the judicial system. Pictured from left to right: Jenny Yang, Hon. Shahabuddeen Ally, Sgt. Mary Wudo Wu, Hon. Donald Leo, Hon. Joanne Quinones, and Major Henry Chen. Eagle photos by Robert Abruzzese

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    Video surveillance cameras will be installed at tw Video surveillance cameras will be installed at two entrances to the Brooklyn Heights Promenade next month, thanks to funding from Councilmember Lincoln Restler’s office. Restler’s office provided $90,000 in funding, and staffers said they expect the cams to be installed next month. With its breathtaking protected views, the esplanade is often the site of film shoots and wedding proposals. But it has also been the scene of some disturbing incidents. 🔗 Click the link in bio to read more. Brooklyn Eagle photos by Mary Frost #Brooklyn #BrooklynEagle #BrooklynNews #LocalNews #BrooklynHeights #Promenade
    Cranberry. Orange. Pineapple. Tucked into one of Cranberry. Orange. Pineapple. Tucked into one of Brooklyn’s most scenic neighborhoods, these street names are as charming as they are curious. Named out of spite? Modesty? Old fruit markets? No one knows for sure — but the vibe is pure charm. 🔗 Check the link in bio for the full video. #FruitStreets #BrooklynVibes #StreetNameMystery #OnlyInBrooklyn #HiddenHistory #NeighborhoodStories #BrooklynHistory #BrooklynEagle
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