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Picketers outside 195 Montague St. held signs and chanted in support of the union’s demands. Photo: Agatha Scaggiante/Brooklyn Eagle

Public defense workers picket for better conditions in Downtown Brooklyn

July 21, 2026

DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN — Hundreds of Brooklyn Defender Services workers picketed across Downtown Brooklyn and Brooklyn Heights on Monday, marking the third official day of a strike by staff who provide free legal representation and advocacy to low-income New Yorkers. The workers are demanding higher wages and improved working conditions, including work-from-home benefits. Pickets were held outside the organization’s offices at

Cartoon Sketchbook: July 21

July 21, 2026

Political cartoons by John Darkow, Milt Priggee, Jonathan Brown and others tackle current events, elections and public debates.

MADRID — Spain makes World Cup history — first to win men's and women's trophies back-to-back: Players from Spain's national soccer team pose with the World Cup trophy as they arrive home on Monday, July 20, 2026, after being crowned World Cup champions with a victory over Argentina in the final. Photo: Manu Fernandez/AP

Our world in photos: July 20

July 20, 2026

See photos from around the world featuring sports, politics, courtrooms and major events shaping the day’s news.

Mike Baccellieri, son of Chief Joe Baccellieri Jr., throws out one of the first pitches in honor of his father. Photo: Mario Belluomo/Brooklyn Eagle

NYS Courts and Brooklyn Cyclones team up for second annual Courts Night

July 20, 2026

Members of the New York State Unified Court System and its fraternal organizations and unions joined the Brooklyn Cyclones for Courts Night.

Debra Sinodinos, Hon. Deborah Dowling and Nicole B. Smith alongside interns. Photo: Wayne Daren Schneiderman/Brooklyn Eagle

State Supreme Court interns in Brooklyn find real empowerment in financial planning workshop

July 20, 2026

Brooklyn court interns learn budgeting, credit and financial planning skills through a workshop focused on building future success.

The Brooklyn Municipal Building sits on the corner of Joralemon and Court streets in Downtown Brooklyn. Eagle file photo by Rob Abruzzese

Brooklyn Dems’ forum spotlights four judicial candidates in three court districts

July 20, 2026

Brooklyn judicial candidates discuss their backgrounds, views on justice and goals during a Democratic Party community forum.

Commissioner of Jurors Nancy T. Sunshine discusses her multifaceted career, affinity for Kings County and more

July 20, 2026

Kings County Clerk Nancy Sunshine shares her career journey, dedication to public service and love for Brooklyn in an exclusive interview.

The 2026 Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks as seen from atop a tower in Brooklyn Heights. Photo: Mary Frost/Brooklyn Eagle

Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks launch early, beat the storm

July 6, 2026

New York City launched Macy’s July 4 fireworks early to beat storms as crowds celebrated the nation’s 250th anniversary.

This couple on Pierrepont Street in Brooklyn Heights surveyed the damage from Friday night’s storm. Photo: Mary Frost/Brooklyn Eagle

Hundreds of trees downed across NYC during flash storm

July 6, 2026

A powerful storm toppled trees across Brooklyn and NYC, damaging cars and parks as cleanup crews responded to widespread destruction.

America Hits 250 Amid Sweltering Heat by Christopher Weyant

Cartoon Sketchbook: July 3

July 3, 2026

Editorial cartoons mark the U.S. 250th anniversary with satire on politics, Trump, immigration and national identity.

KANSAS CITY — It’s a party in the U.S.A.: Fans celebrate during a watch party for a World Cup soccer match against Bosnia at the KC Live! entertainment district, Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in Missouri. Photo: Charlie Riedel/AP

Our world in photos: July 2

July 2, 2026

A global photo roundup captures sports, Pride celebrations, healthcare struggles, and political moments across the U.S., Europe, and Cuba.

Trump's Benefits From Crypto Are Klepto by Michael de Adder

Cartoon Sketchbook: July 2

July 2, 2026

Editorial cartoons use satire to comment on Trump, U.S. politics and the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations.

2 arrested after scaling the Empire State Building’s antenna for apparent marriage proposal

July 1, 2026

Police body camera video showed an officer calling out a greeting and explaining, “Well, you can’t be up here.”

The 68th Precinct’s new commanding officer Christopher Vincenti. Photo: 68th Precinct Community Council

68th Precinct names new top cop

July 1, 2026

Capt. Christopher Vincenti has been named commanding officer of Brooklyn’s 68th Precinct, succeeding Deputy Inspector John Dasaro.

INDONESIA — Balinese Hindu ceremony marks the beginning of the Tenganan calendar year, spanning June and July, celebrating the birth of their ancestors: Women in traditional dress gather during a Balinese Hindu ritual called Usaba Kasa, a ceremony held to express gratitude to God for a bountiful harvest and the safety of their village, in Karangasem, Bali, Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Photo: Firdia Lisnawati/AP

Our world in photos: July 1

July 1, 2026

Global photos capture cultural traditions, extreme weather, wildlife and sports fans from Indonesia to India, Europe and beyond.

Cartoon Sketchbook: July 1

July 1, 2026

Editorial cartoons satirize U.S. politics, global conflicts, the economy and current events through humor and commentary.

KASHMIR — Nature’s swimming hole: Kashmiris cool off at a stream on a hot summer day on the outskirts of Srinagar, Indian controlled Kashmir, Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Photo: Dar Yasin/AP

Our world in photos: June 30

June 30, 2026

Global images capture heatwaves, disaster recovery, and everyday life across Kashmir, Romania, Kenya, Venezuela, Ukraine and London.

Democrats Debate Socialist Midterm Strategy by Dave Whamond

Cartoon Sketchbook: June 30

June 30, 2026

A collection of editorial cartoons uses satire to comment on politics, global conflicts and current events worldwide.

Hon. Genine Edwards administering the oath of office. Photo: Mario Belluomo/Brooklyn Eagle

Brooklyn branch of American Inns of Court installs new officers at end-of-term gala

June 30, 2026

Brooklyn’s Nathan R. Sobel American Inn of Court installed new officers and celebrated a year of growth and mentoring.

BRLA President Yolanda Guadagnoli, Esq., right, alongside Gianna Zogby, Nicholas Tarallo and Bobby Tarallo. Photo: Mario Belluomo/Brooklyn Eagle

Bay Ridge Lawyers Association hits Coney Island to see Cyclones

June 30, 2026

Bay Ridge Lawyers Association enjoyed its annual Cyclones outing at Coney Island, celebrating fellowship and the end of the legal year.

KATHMANDU — Meanwhile, parents anxiously await at home with hoses: Children play in the mud in a paddy field during Asar Pandra, the annual paddy planting festival, in Nepal, Monday, June 29, 2026. Photo: Niranjan Shrestha/AP

Our world in photos: June 29

June 29, 2026

A global photo roundup captures life from Nepal’s paddy festival to Wimbledon, India rituals, heatwave wildlife and sports fans worldwide.

After an NYPD drone crashed in DUMBO last week, firefighters extinguished its smoking battery. Photo: Mary Frost/Brooklyn Eagle

NYPD drone crashes, catches fire near FIFA World Cup Fan Zone in Brooklyn Bridge Park

June 29, 2026

The FIFA World Cup Fan Zone was unaffected by the crash and remained open through its normal closing time of 10 p.m.

Fortune Teller Prioritizes Trump Future by Christopher Weyant

Cartoon Sketchbook: June 29

June 29, 2026

Editorial cartoons depict political reactions to Trump, U.S. policy, immigration and Supreme Court decisions in satirical illustrations.

Openly gay Kings County Supreme Court justice speaks with the Eagle in honor of Pride Month

June 29, 2026

Kings County Supreme Court Justice Richard Montelione reflects on his career, Pride Month and being openly gay on the Brooklyn bench.

A police car drives through Brooklyn. Photo: Julia Nikhinson/AP

Motor scooter crash injures 12 inside Commodore Barry Park

June 29, 2026

Police identified the woman on the scooter as 53-year-old Neisha Atkinson of Brooklyn, and have charged her with several counts.

GERMANY — Nature’s delight — too hot for this little one: A one-week-old sparrow that fled out of its nest due to the hot temperatures sits on the hand of a veterinarian in Wehrheim near Frankfurt, Friday, June 26, 2026. Photo: Michael Probst/AP

Our world in photos: June 26

June 26, 2026

A global photo roundup captures wildlife, sports, Pride celebrations, weddings and life during summer heat around the world.

Anthony Jones, district leader for AD-55, speaks. Photo: Mario Belluomo/Brooklyn Eagle

TJ Democratic Club, powerful influencer for more than half a century, celebrates sway in Primary Day watch party

June 26, 2026

The Thomas Jefferson Democratic Club celebrated Primary Day as members looked ahead to the November general election.

Couple Chained in Housing Affordability Doghouse by Bill Day

Cartoon Sketchbook: June 26

June 26, 2026

Political cartoons take on housing affordability, climate change, the Israel-Iran ceasefire, Trump, Netanyahu, Elon Musk and SpaceX.

From left: Darran Winslow, Esq., Michael Farkas, Esq., and Isabella Farkas. Photo: Mario Belluomo/Brooklyn Eagle

KCCBA hosts summer shindig at Luana’s Tavern

June 26, 2026

The Kings County Criminal Bar Association celebrated its members and a successful year at its annual summer gathering in Brooklyn.

Our world in photos: June 25

June 25, 2026

Global photos show heat waves, protests, wildlife, and daily life across Nepal, Venezuela, Kenya, India and Europe.

Cartoon Sketchbook: June 25

June 25, 2026

Editorial cartoons cover Trump, Iran, affordability, US 250th, data centers, and global political issues in sharp commentary.

Entertainment courtesy of Steel Band Vibes. Photo: Mario Belluomo/Brooklyn Eagle

Brooklyn Supreme Court celebrates Caribbean Heritage Month

June 25, 2026

Brooklyn Supreme Court hosted a Caribbean American Heritage Month event honoring legal figures and culture with music and performances.

BUCHAREST — Annual festival in the fairies' honor: A girl wearing a crown made of wheat ears, dances during an event inspired by pre-Christian traditions, in which fairies known in Romanian as Sanziene, are believed to come to earth around the summer solstice, bringing fertility to the land and beings, at the Dimitrie Gusti Village Museum in Bucharest, Romania, Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Photo: Andreea Alexandru/AP

Our world in photos: June 24

June 24, 2026

A global photo roundup shows festivals, sports, activism, heat waves, fashion and cultural events around the world.

Photo: Municipal Archives, City of New York

Community raises $9.1K in GoFundMe for fire damaged church

June 24, 2026

The church was heavily damaged in a blaze that broke out at the historic house of worship at 855 Bushwick Ave. on Friday.

Cartoon Sketchbook: June 24

June 24, 2026

A collection of editorial cartoons on politics, Trump, global events, protests, sports and satire from leading cartoonists.

FRANKFURT — Takes a lot to cool a penguin in summer heat: An African penguin cools off in a basin in Kronberg’s Opel Zoo, near Frankfurt, Germany, Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Photo: Michael Probst/AP

Our world in photos: June 23

June 23, 2026

See striking photos from around the world, from summer heat and wildlife to sports action and New York primary election day.

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