Brooklyn: Quick Facts

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Survivors of the deadly Brooklyn building collapse recall shock, terror and grief • Nov. 13, 2026, 7:24 PM ET (AP)

Brooklyn building collapse raises questions about city oversight and safety precautions • Nov. 13, 2026, 6:11 PM ET (AP)

Witnesses who watched a Brooklyn building come crashing down felt helpless amid the chaos • Nov. 12, 2026, 7:07 PM ET (AP)

Hunt for clues in deadly Brooklyn building collapse will take time • Nov. 12, 2026, 6:51 PM ET (AP)

Firefighters dig through rubble after NYC building collapse kills 2 and traps people in wreckage • Nov. 11, 2026, 9:41 PM ET (AP)

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Historic map detail showing Brooklyn around 1900, with dense street grids, neighborhoods, rail lines, parks, and waterfront areas labeled. Surrounding parts of New York City, including Queens and Coney Island, are partially visible, with waterways and key transit routes marked.

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