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Weather
• Partly sunny with a high of 35.

Top Stories
• The Jersey City shooters were a pair of lovers who lived out of a van. New footage shows them running at the kosher store with guns drawn.

• A two-year-old boy was killed in the Fulton Street station after he slipped away from his mother and was pinned between the platform and a train.

• A Barnard College freshman was stabbed to death in a Manhattan park by a group of men who tried to rob her.

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City of Science 2019: Brooklyn  Sun Dec 15th 10am-4pm  Filled with interactive demonstrations, hands-on activities and enormous exhibitions. Free & Open to the Public. Park Slope Armory YMCA, 361 15th Street, Park Slope
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Brooklyn News
• For the 10th year in a row, a group of Williamsburg teachers collected toys to give out to kids living in local public housing.

• A foundation keeps alive the memory of a cop who along with his partner was killed in Bed-Stuy by a gunman with a grudge just five days before Christmas.

• A Brooklyn CBD distributor who had his pot confiscated by the NYPD plans to sue the city.

Politics
• The de Blasio administration announced a new NYPD hate crime unit in the aftermath of the Jersey City shootings that killed two Brooklyn natives.

• Seven Republican members of the State Senate are calling it quits ahead of the 2020 elections, ceding even more ground to Democrats in Albany.

Entertainment
• From Baby Yoda to Da Baby to “Baby Shark,” it’s been a banner year for babies. Here’s a look back, baby!

• Fellow hosts on “The View” look mortified after Joy Behar grills former New Jersey governor Chris Christie about his sex life.

• In 1970, this song by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles earned the group their first #1 pop hit.

• In 1970, actress Regina Hall is born in Washington, DC. Her breakthrough performance came in this 1997 Fox drama-comedy.

Opinion
• A guest op-ed writer for the Daily News says the NYPD should abolish its gang database because the information can’t be kept safe.

• A columnist for Slate argues that if Joe Biden doesn’t want to serve two terms, he shouldn’t even be running for president.

In the Blogs
• The Friends of Carroll Park hosted its annual tree-lighting ceremony.

• The Passport to Bushwick – which will get a free drink at 20 bars for $25 – is now available.

Trending in New York
• Barnard
• Warriors
• Marcus Morris
• #TheChallenge34
• #BTSForTheKids

Scoreboard
• The Knicks (5-20) edged the Warriors, 124-122, in overtime, which at least means they aren’t the worst team in the NBA.

• The Nets (13-11) fell to the Hornets, 113-108.

• The Rangers (15-12-3) are in San Jose to take on the Sharks. Puck drops at 10:30 p.m.

• The Islanders (20-7-2) head to Florida for a 7 p.m. matchup with the Panthers.

• The Jets (5-8) look to stop the Ravens (11-2) in a Thursday Night Football contest. Kick-off is at 8:20 p.m. and Baltimore is a 14.5-point favorite.

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Housequake Prince Party  Sat Dec 14th 10pm  DJ Steve will spin all of the hits, deep cuts, remixes, rarities and songs from Prince’s 35-year career. TicketsThe Bell House, 149 7th Street, Gowanus
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Real Estate
• The developer behind a 29-story tower in Clinton Hill has secured a $180 million loan for the project.

• OPEN HOUSE – Sat Dec 14th 2-3:30pm. 137 Beadel Street, Greenpoint – Two family brick on 3 levels.  1st unit is a 2 BR/1 bath apt.  2nd unit has 3 BRs /1 bath. Full basement w/ 1/2 bath. $1.1M. Capri Jet Realty. 718-388-2188 

• OPEN HOUSE – Sun Dec 15th 12-1:30pm. 117 N 4th Street, Williamsburg – Semi-detached 8-family home has 24 BRS, 8 bath total.  All apts are in good condition. Oasis-like backyard. $2.999M. Capri Jet Realty. 718-388-2188 

• Sold – Two-bedroom, one-bath 635-square-foot condo at 661 51st Street in Sunset Park for $500,00.

Style & Fashion
• Here’s the best holiday gifts for that woman in your life, from city-chic to country-cool.

• Chanel has a new pop-up at the Standard, and the Observer calls it a “high-tech winter wonderland.”

Events
• Williamsburg - 11 a.m. – Mayor Bill de Blasio and NYPD Commissioner Dermot O’Shea meet with Jewish community leaders. Pesach Tikvah, 18 Middleton St.

Cobble Hill - 5 p.m. – 2020 Census Job Workshop. Carroll Gardens Association, 201 Columbia St.

• Gowanus – 8 p.m. – Michael Ian Black performs. The Bell House, 149 7th St

Weather
• Mix of snow and rain will give way to cloudy skies. High of 39 degrees.

Top Stories
• The White House has reached a deal with Democrats on a modified North American trade pact.

• Trump paid $2 million to eight charities under a settlement reached for using his foundation for personal gain.

• Two gunmen opened fire in Jersey City, killing a cop and three others before being gunned down by police in a shootout.

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The Brooklyn Nutcracker Sat Dec 14th 2pm & 7pm The Brooklyn Ballet returns this holiday season for two performances of their special rendition of Tchaikovsky’s classic Nutcracker. Tickets. Kings Theatre, 1027 Flatbush Ave.
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Brooklyn News
• An East Midwood synagogue is wrestling with neighbors who disagree with the leasing of its facility to a charter school.

• A Long Island man has been found guilty of murdering the beloved co-owner of L&B Spumoni Gardens.

• Prosecutors have dropped charges against a Brooklyn CBD shop’s shipment of hemp.

Politics
• Democrats are expecting to gain seats in the State Senate as Republicans anticipate more retirements.

• Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg released the list of clients he worked with during his years with the consulting firm McKinsey.

Entertainment
• Philip McKeon, a child star on the sitcom “Alice,” has died at the age of 55.

• Steve Harvey is bringing his daytime talk show back exclusively on Facebook Watch.

• In 1978, millions are stolen from JFK Airport in the infamous “Lufthansa Heist.”

• In 1996, Hailee Steinfeld is born in Los Angeles. At the age of 14, she became an Oscar nominee for her role in this 2010 film remake.

Opinion
• The Post says Jerry Nadler’s articles of impeachment are absolutely underwhelming.

• The Times says though there are many lessons from Afghanistan, the American government hasn’t learned anything.

In the Blogs
• Bklyner has a roundup of the latest restaurant openings and closings in Brooklyn.

• An arts and crafts fair will take place at the Brooklyn Historical Society this weekend.

Trending in New York
• Yankees
• #iubb
• Huskies
• Gilbert
• judaism

Scoreboard
• The Knicks (4-20) were crushed by the Portland Trail Blazers, 115-87. They head to San Francisco to face the Warriors at 10:30 p.m.

• The Nets (13-10) host the Charlotte Hornets at 7:30 p.m.

• The Rangers (15-12-3) fell to the Vegas Golden Knights, 3-1.

• St. John’s (9-2) topped Brown, 82-71.

• St. Francis Brooklyn (4-6) narrowly edged Presbyterian, 64-63.

• The Yankees have signed ace Gerrit Cole to a record nine-year, $324 million deal.

• Former Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius is headed to Philly on a one-year deal.

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Winter Holiday Floral Workshop Sat Dec 14th 1-4:30pm Create two designs to decorate your home for the winter holidays. Pre-Registration Required. Brooklyn Botanic Garden, 990 Washington Ave.
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Real Estate
• These were the priciest Brooklyn condo filings of 2019.

• For Sale – 1702 Newkirk Avenue, #4B, Ditmas Park – 2 BR, 2 bath condo has 2 pvt balconies, open concept LR w/white oak flooring, floor to ceiling windows, custom kitchen w/ SS appliances, ample cabinet space, master suite w/walk-in closet and en-suite bath. $899,000. Homes.com  646-569-9479

• For Rent – 1337 Gates Avenue #2C, Bushwick – 3 BR, 1 bath apt close to M line includes bike storage, virtual doorman, health club, kitchen w/ SS appliances. Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis.  $3,500/month. BlueEggRealty.com. 347-464-9484

• Sold – Georgetown – A seven-bedroom, five-bathroom, 3,562-square-foot house at 1233 East 68th Street for $1.175 million. Zillow.

Business News
• HSBC has agreed to pay $192 million to resolve a decade-long U.S. taxinvestigation.

• Domino’s Pizza Group chairman Stephen Hemsley will step down from the board on December 29.

Events
• Clinton Hill – 11 a.m. – Borough President Eric Adams presents proclamation to FAB Fulton BID. Greenlight Bookstore, 686 Fulton St.

• Marine Park – 11 a.m. – Police Commissioner Dermot Shea attends NYPD Emergency Service Unit’s Canine Team Graduation. Aviation Unit Hangar, Floyd Bennett Field.

• Downtown – 5:30 p.m. – Brooklyn Borough Hall to host annual Christmas tree lighting and holiday celebration. 209 Joralemon St.

• Cobble Hill – 6:30 p.m. – Community Board 6 monthly meeting. Cobble Hill Health Center, 380 Henry St.

• Ditmas Park – 9 p.m. – Star Sign Party – SAGITTARIUS. Sycamore Bar & Flowershop, 1118 Cortelyou Rd.

Weather
• Rain in the morning, mixing with snow in the evening. High of 59 degrees.

Top Stories
• The World-Anti-Doping-Agency unanimously banned Russia from the Olympicsand global sports for four years.

• The House Judiciary Committee heard closing arguments regarding President Trump’s impeachment.

• Finland’s new prime minister will be the youngest serving premier, and she will head a majority women-led cabinet.

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Michael Ian Black  Thurs Dec 12th 8pm  Multi media talent and author of over 11 books performs his comedy for the audience.  $20 The Bell House, 149 7th Street, Gowanus
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Brooklyn News
• Police are looking for a crew of men responsible for robbing at least six food delivery workers in Brooklyn.

• Brooklyn-based artist David Datuna went viral at Art Basel Miami for eating a $120,000 duct-taped banana.

• The Brooklyn DA declined to immediately prosecute an off-duty cop arrested for criminally negligent homicide in a fatal crash.

Politics
• The U.S. Supreme Court left a Kentucky law in place that places restrictions on abortion, refusing to hear the case.

• Paul Volcker, who guided three decades of U.S. monetary policy as Federal Reserve Chairman, has died at 92.

Entertainment
• Check out the full list of Golden Globes nominees from Vox.

• Eddie Murphy is proud of his ‘Coming to America’ sequel that is in the works.

• In 2009 the movie “Avatar” makes its world premier and becomes the highest-grossing movie in history.

• In 1985 TV actress Raven-Symone is born in Atlanta, GA.  She gained fame as a child star on this NBC comedy.

Opinion
• A video op-ed from the New York Times debunks a recycling myth that makes us think we can recycle some companies’ products.

• A writer from the NY Post discusses the irony of the Homeless Coalition’s scaffolding around the city.

In the Blogs
• Meet the Brooklyn mixologist who shook up bartending’s boys’ club.

• Williamsburg Councilman Reynoso is calling for the City to conduct a racial impact study before rezoning.

Trending in New York
• Giants
• Eagles
• #NYGvsPHI
• Eli Manning
• Chase Young

Scoreboard
• The Giants (2-11) held on strong, but were ultimately defeated in overtime by the Philadelphia Eagles, 23-17.

• The Islanders (20-7-2) topped the Tampa Bay Lightning, 5 to 1.

• The Knicks (4-19) take on the Portland Trail Blazers at 10 p.m.

• The Rangers (15-11-3) head to LA to face the Kings at 10:30 p.m.

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Brunch with Santa  Sun Dec 15th 9-11am OR 12-2pm   Enjoy a full brunch buffet, take a photo with Santa Claus. Included in your ticket will be one free photo per child and cookie decorating to make your own bite-sized treats.  Tickets  Aviator Sports Center, 3159 Flatbush Avenue, Floyd Bennett Field
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Real Estate
• Brooklyn developer Yoel Goldman may take drastic measures to calm Israeli bondholders after a disastrous earnings report.

• For Sale - 18 Keen Court, Gerritsen Beach – 1 BR, 1 bath on double lot has new kitchen w/ SS appliances, granite counter tops, laundry area, hardwood floors.  Bathroom w/ jacuzzi tub, yard w/ pool, tiki bar.  $450,000. Homes.com 718-690-3900

• For Rent – 309 Washington Avenue #C7, Clinton Hill – 1 BR, 1 bath gut renovated unit has open concept kitchen & LR, custom cabinets, dishwasher, microwave.  Nooklyn.com 702-358-8211

• Sold – East New York – A five-bedroom, five-bathroom, 2,136 square-foot renovated two-family townhouse at 123 Essex St. for $939,000. Zillow.

Technology
• Silicon Valley’s focus on profits could make millennial lifestyles even more expensive.

• T-Mobile and Sprint head to court for a landmark trial that could ultimately block their merger.

Events
•  Downtown Brooklyn – 5:30 p.m. – “Know Your Rights” forum. Brooklyn Borough Hal Courtroom, 209 Joralemon St.

• Williamsburg – 6 p.m. – Community Board 1 monthly Meeting.  Swinging Sixties, 211 Ainslie Street

• Gowanus – 6:30 – 9 p.m. – “Net Zero Neighborhoods for NYC” discussion.  The Green Building, 452 Union St.

Weather
• Mostly cloudy skies with a high of 50 degrees.

Top Stories
• House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced top Democrats will proceed with drawing up articles of impeachment against President Trump.

• A national protest shut down cities all over France in response to President Macron’s plans for pension reform.

• A Gambino family capo was busted, along with 10 other gangsters, as part of a federal crackdown in the Bronx.

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Sinterklass – Saint Nicholas Day  Sat Dec 7th 1-4pm Crafts, Music, Food & a visit from St. Nicholas.  Tickets   Wyckoff House Museum, 5816 Claredon Road, East Flatbush
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Brooklyn News
• Brooklyn Technical High School was evacuated and searched following an email bomb threat, which turned out to be a hoax.

• A now-retired officer filed an explosive declaration in an ongoing discrimination lawsuit, detailing “collar quotas” on arrests of black and hispanic men in Brooklyn’s Transit District 34.

• A Brooklyn man is determined to get a parking lot for seniors and handicap drivers installed in front of a community center.

Politics
• Joe Biden got heated in an exchange with a man at an Iowa town hall, calling him a “damn liar” and challenging him to a push up contest.

• Mike Bloomberg previewed his gun control agenda for the 2020 presidential campaign with Staten Island voters.

Entertainment
• The San Francisco 49ers suspended radio analyst Tim Ryan for his on-air “dark skin” comments about Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson.

• Page Six’s best-dressed list for Art Basel Miami 2019.

• In 1969 The Altamont Festival brings the 1960s to a violent end.

• In 1958 Debbie Rowe is born in Spokane, WA.  In 1996 she married this superstar and is the biological mother of his children, Prince and Paris.

Opinion
• VICE discusses how the death of a Mexican teen at the hands of Border Patrolcould give other victims a chance at justice.

• Slate outlines why Starbucks’ claim of having achieved gender and racial pay equity is dubious.

In the Blogs
• The community liaison to Congresswoman Velazquez launched a new political club, inviting the public to attend its first meeting later this month.

• The owner of LES comedy bar Old Man Hustle opened a larger venue by the same name in Williamsburg.

Trending in New York
• #SUGAsInterlude
• #AdoreYou
• Jason Garrett
• #FridayFeeling
• #FridayThoughts

Scoreboard
• The Knicks (4-18) were defeated by the Denver Nuggets, 92 to 129.

• The Islanders (19-6-2) beat out the Vegas Golden Knights, 3 to 2 in overtime.

• The Rangers (14-10-3) topped the Columbus Blue Jackets, 3 to 2.

Weekend Sports Schedule
Friday
• The Rangers host the Montreal Canadiens tonight at 7 p.m.
• The Nets (11-10) take on the Charlotte Hornets at 7 p.m.
Saturday
• The Knicks host the Indiana Pacers at 7:30 p.m.
• The Islanders head to Dallas to take on the Stars at 9 p.m.
Sunday
• The Nets face the Denver Nuggets at Barclay’s Center, 3 p.m.
• The Rangers play the Vegas Golden Knights at 7 p.m.
• The Jets (4-8) host the Miami Dolphins at 1 p.m.

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Greenpointers Holiday Market  Sun Dec 8th 1-7pm  Local food & beverage, free fun activities, 60+ vendors and live music! Greenpoint Loft, 67 West Street, Greenpoint
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Real Estate
• Williamsburg topped StreetEasy’s list of top 10 NYC neighborhoods to watch in 2020.

• OPEN HOUSE – Sat Dec 7th 12-1pm. 285A Kingsland Avenue, Greenpoint – Charming 3 family brick w/open concept layout.  Each unit has 1 BR, 1 bath, office space, EIK.  Pvt backyard w/ storage shed, unfinished basement w/separate entrance.  $1.799M. Capri Jet Realty. 718-388-2188 

• OPEN HOUSE – Sun Dec 8th 12-1:30pm. 117 N 4th Street, Williamsburg – Semi-detached 8 family hoe offers 24 BRS, 8 bath, oasis-like backyard, full basement.  $2.999M. Capri Jet Realty. 718-388-2188 

• Sold – Brighton Beach – A one-bedroom, one-bathroom, 800 square-foot apartment at 601 Brightwater Ct. for $260,000. Zillow.

Eating Out
• Grandchamps in Bed-Stuy features griot, Haiti’s staple fried pork dish, as the main ingredient in a unique sandwich.

• Popular Brooklyn pizzeria Di Fara now makes deliveries nationwide.

Restaurant ABC’s – Greenpoint
Grade A – Oak & Iron, 147 Franklin St. Live roaches present; Facility not vermin proof; Mechanical or natural ventilation system issues.
Grade B – Spritzenhaus, 65 Guernsey St. Food worker does not use proper utensil; Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated; Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; Proper sanitization not provided for utensils; Single service item reused.
Grade C – Acai Berry, 650 Manhattan Ave. Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated; Evidence of mice; Food not protected from potential source of contamination; Sanitized equipment or utensil improperly used or stored; Facility not vermin proof.

Events
• Prospect Lefferts – 12:30 p.m. – Press conference on Operation Safe Shopper.  1154 Nostrand Ave.

• Williamsburg – 4 p.m. – Borough Hall toy drive. 507 Grand St.

• Canarsie – 6 p.m. – Canarsie Annual Holiday Display. Corner of Flatlands Avenue and East 93rd Street.

• Downtown – 8 p.m. – Bad Bunny.  Barclay Center, 620 Atlantic Ave.

• Coney Island - 8 p.m. – Crystal Balls: An Evening Behind the Veil.  Sideshows by the Seashore, 1208 Surf Avenue

• Flatbush - 8 p.m. – She & Him: Christmas Party.  Kings Theatre, 1027 Flatbush Avenue

• Williamsburg – 10 p.m. – GlitterBox NYC.  House of Yes, 2 Wyckoff Avenue

Saturday
• Floyd Bennett Field - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Christmas Bazaar Extravaganza.  Aviator Sports Center, 3159 Flatbush Avenue
• Midwood – 10 a.m. – Community Housing Forum. P.S. 152, 725 East 23rd St.
• Park Slope – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Brooklyn Holiday Book Fair.  Old Stone House, 336 Third Avenue
• Williamsburg – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Phoenicia Flea Holiday.  The Williamsburg Hotel, 96 Wythe Avenue
• Coney Island - Noon to 6 p.m.  – Coney Island Yo-Yo Fling.  Coney Island USA, 1208 Surf Avenue
• Prospect Lefferts Gardens – 1 p.m. – Air Plant Ornament Workshop.  Brooklyn Botanic Garden, 990 Washington Avenue
• East Flatbush -1 to 4 p.m. – Sinterklass – Saint Nicholas Day.  Wyckoff House Musum, 5816 Claredon Road
• Park Slope – 2 to 4 p.m. – Holiday Shopping – Park Slope Style!  Meet Santa & Friends.  5th Avenue & Dean St.
• Flatbush – 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. – Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker.  Kings Theatre, 1027 Flatbush Avenue
• Greenpoint - 2 to 9:30 p.m. – Brooklyn Whiskey Fest.  Brooklyn Expo, 72 Noble Street
• Carroll Park – 5 p.m. – Tree Lighting Party.  Valentino Ball Field
• Fort Greene – 5:30 p.m. – Brooklyn Contemporary Chorus.  Historic Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church, 85 So. Oxford Street
• Greenpoint – 7 p.m. – Holiday Theatre: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.  St. John’s of Greenpoint, 155 Milton Street
• Manhattan Beach - 8 p.m. – Here’s the the Broadway Ladies.  On Stage @ Kingsborough, 2001 Oriental Blvd.

Sunday
• Greenpoint – 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m.  – Annual Santa Brunch.  Polish Slavic Center, 176 Java Street
• Williamsburg – Noon – Rock & Roll Playhouse:  The Music of The Stokes for Kids.  Brooklyn Bowl, 61 Wythe Avenue
• Williamsburg - 11 a.m. to 6 .m. – Phoenician Flea Holiday.  The Williamsburg Hotel, 96 Wythe Avenue
• Park Slope - Noon to 3 p.m. – The Woodland Terrarium.  Park Slope Brainery, 1110 8th Avenue
• Greenpoint – 1 to 7 p.m. – Greenpointers Holiday Market.  Greenpoint Loft, 67 West Street
• Greenpoint – 2 p.m. – Holiday Theatre: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. St. John’s of Greenpoint, 155 Milton Street

Weather
• Mostly cloudy with a high of 41 degrees.

Top Stories
• House Democrats released a scathing impeachment report accusing Trump of abusing his presidency for political gain.

• Google’s co-founders are stepping down from management roles at Alphabet, and Google’s top executive will take their place.

• Governor Cuomo has signed legislation strengthening tenant protections against landlord harassment.

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Glitterbox NYC Fri Dec 6th 10pm Glitz to the nines, live your best glitter life. The International disco divas are back! $30-$45. House of Yes, 2 Wyckoff Ave.
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Brooklyn News
• One man was hospitalized following a stabbing on Church Avenue in East Flatbush.

• A straphanger who fell onto the subway tracks in Crown Heights was rescued during rush hour.

• Police are still looking for three teens who threw rocks at a school bus full of children in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.

Politics
• California Senator Kamala Harris, once in the top tier of presidential candidates, has dropped her 2020 bid.

• A Bronx assemblyman running for Congress pleaded for campaign donations on Giving Tuesday, a day meant for charitable contributions.

Entertainment
• Kristin Chenoweth will star in a comedy series currently in the works at Disney Plus.

• It’s the end of an era: Willie Nelson has quit smoking weed due to breathing problems.

• In 1961, this song by Gene Chandler is released, becoming a #1 US hit by February 1962 and would wind up selling over a million copies worldwide.

• In 1949, actor Jeff Bridges is born in Los Angeles. He starred as “The Dude” in this 1998 cult classic.

Opinion
• USA Today says the absence of Team Trump at impeachment hearings is a damning argument in itself.

• The Post says the Trump campaign denying media access to Bloomberg LP reporters is actually Bloomberg’s fault.

In the Blogs
• The Grand Street BID is hosting a holiday food drive until December 19.

• A new design studio in Bushwick is looking for artists to collaborate.

Trending in New York
• #NunesGotCaught
• McKinsey
• Iowa
• #SJUBB
• Boeheim

Scoreboard
• The Islanders (18-6-2) fell to the Montreal Canadiens, 4-2.

• The Nets (10-10) visit the Atlanta Hawks at 7:30 p.m.

• St. John’s (7-2) topped Saint Peter’s, 79-69.

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Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker Sat Dec 7th 2pm & 7pm This Christmas, give your family the gift of Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker. Tickets. Kings Theatre, 1027 Flatbush Ave.
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Real Estate
• Ascend Charter School’s new 15-year lease in Brooklyn was the biggest retail lease in NYC last month.

• For Sale - 720 East 31st Street Unit 6K, Flatbush – Updated 1 BR, 1 bath apartment for sale offers lots of sunlight & stunning views.  Ample living space, kitchen w/modern gray cabinetry, plenty of storage, parking space available for small fee, maintenance includes heat, hot water, gas, taxes & live-in porter.  $249,000. Homes.com 833-252-8033

• For Rent – 129 Schaefer Street #1, Bushwick – Superb 3 BR, 1.5 bath apt has pvt backyard, kitchen w/ SS appliances, central air laundry on site, common roof deck area.  $3,200/month. BlueEggRealty.com. 347-464-9484

• Sold – Gerritsen Beach – A four-bedroom, two-bathroom, 1,200-square-foot house at 10 Frank Court for $420,000. Zillow.

Business News
• Goldman Sachs will launch new technology-based products and services on Amazon’s cloud next year.

• Cyber Monday online sales hit a record $9.4 billion, boosted by a late-night spending spree.

Events
• Prospect Lefferts Gardens – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Dr. Christina Greer to present 27th annual Arthur Ashe Memorial Lecture at SUNY Downstate. 450 Clarkson Ave.

• Flatbush - 8 p.m. – Bon Iver & TU Dance: Come Through. Kings Theatre, 1027 Flatbush Ave.

Weather
• Partly cloudy with a high of 39 degrees.

Top Stories
• The FBI will look into FaceApp, which it labels a potential counterintelligence threat, and asses if it was used by Russia to interfere with elections.

• A statue of Rosa Parks was unveiled in Montgomery, Alabama, marking the 64th anniversary of the civil rights pioneer’s arrest for refusing to give up her bus seat.

• The U.S. aimed several protectionist trade actions toward longtime allies, including Brazil and Argentina.

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She & Him: Christmas Party  Fri Dec 6th 8pm  Join the Christmas Party with Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward of the musical duo She & Him! Tickets  Kings Theatre, 1027 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn ••••••••••••

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Brooklyn News
• A Brooklyn rapper Paperboy Prince launched a congressional campaign for NY’s 7th Congressional District.

• Fourth graders at PS 186 in Brooklyn helped facilitate a surprise proposal for their teacher.

• Four people were reported wounded in two separate shooting across Brooklyn.

Politics
• The U.S. Supreme Court began hearing oral arguments in a major Second Amendment case which questions a NYC gun transport law.

• Donald Trump’s campaign asserted it will no longer give press credentials to Bloomberg reporters for campaign events citing “coverage biases.”

Entertainment
• Robert De Niro is defending Anna Paquin’s seven-word role as his daughter in “The Irishman.”

• Musician Questlove will make his directorial debut with a documentary about the historical Harlem Cultural Festival.

• In 1971 The Montreaux Casino caught fire and burned during a show by Frank Zappa And The Mothers of Invention.  It was later immortalized by Deep Purple‘s 1973 hit, “Smoke on the Water“.

• In 1980 movie actress Jenna Dewan is born in Hartford, CT.  Before her acting, she was a back up dancer for such groups as NSYNC and Pink.

Opinion
• Rolling Stone ponders why Spotify’s new tool Marquee toes the line between advertising and pay-for-play.

• A Slate writer discusses how AI (artificial intelligence) could change the waypeople experience religion.

In the Blogs
• Anti-rezoning protestors continue their resistance in Bushwick.

• Zooey Deschanel’ music group She & Him kick off the season with a Christmas party in Brooklyn this Friday.

Trending in New York
• #blackwidowtrailer
• #GivingTuesday2019
• #TuesdayThoughts
• #ROCtheDay
• #TuesdayMotivation

Scoreboard
• The Rangers (13-10-3) fell to the Vegas Golden Knights, 1 to 4.

• The Islanders (18-5-2) crushed the Detroit Red Wings, 4 to 0.

• The Knicks (4-17) lost to the Milwaukee Bucks, 88 to 132.

• The Islanders head to Montreal to take on the Canadiens at 7 p.m.

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Here’s to The Broadway Ladies  Sat Dec 7th  8pm  Tony Award Nominee Christine Andreas returns to our stage as she honors the great leading ladies of Broadway.  Tickets  On Stage @ Kingsborough, 2001 Oriental Blvd, Manhattan Beach.
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Real Estate
• The new ‘Welcome’ sign at the Panorama is now in full view above the Brooklyn Heights waterfront.

• For Sale – 347 East 35th Street, East Flatbush – Two family brick home offers 7 BRs, 5 bath total.  Separate entrance to basement. $999,000. Homes.com. 347-416-6020 

• For Rent – Clifton Place, Clinton Hill – Old warehouse converted into residential apartments.  This apt features 3 BRs, kitchen w/ SS appliances, exposed beams, large windows, laundry in building, hot/hot water/gas included, parking spot available for additional fee.  $5,200/month. BlueEggRealty.com. 347-464-9484

• Sold – Bay Ridge - A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, 2,178 square-foot home at 260 77th St. for $1,500,000. Zillow.

Technology
• IKEA has been working to redesign simulated Mars habitats with Earth-based research facility, Fast Company.

• Scientists have found that endangered coral reefs could be potentially be savedwith the use of sounds from healthy reefs.

Events
• Downtown Brooklyn – 8:45 a.m. – Annual Interfaith Breakfast. Brooklyn Borough Hall Courtroom, 209 Joralemon St.