'Los Sures' continue mission to protect Hispanic community in Williamsburg
Posted: Updated:No celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month would be complete without a mentioned of Southside United, also known as "Los Sures".
For nearly half a century, the nonprofit has become integral resource for the Hispanic community in Williamsburg. Los Sures came to life in 1972 when a small group of housing advocates fought back against delinquent landlords -- an issue that is still, if not more, relevant today.
Los Sures has helped out tenants like Francisca Serrano, who says her landlord neglected her apartment into disrepair.
Its success has also allowed Los Sures to expand its scope in recent years -- like launching a hydroponic farm to grow food for seniors.
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Officials: At least 1 person injured in police-involved shooting
Officials: At least 1 person injured in police-involved shooting
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At least one person was injured in a police-involved shooting in Gowanus, according to officials.At least one person was injured in a police-involved shooting in Gowanus, according to officials.Police: Off-duty NYPD officer takes own life in Queens
Police: Off-duty NYPD officer takes own life in Queens
An off-duty NYPD officer took their own life in Queens Tuesday night, police say.An off-duty NYPD officer took their own life in Queens Tuesday night, police say.Cole pitches Astros past Yankees 4-1 for 2-1 lead in ALCS
Cole pitches Astros past Yankees 4-1 for 2-1 lead in ALCS
A gritty Cole held the New York Yankees scoreless without his sharpest stuff, Jose Altuve sparked Houston at the plate and the Astros locked down a 4-1 victory Tuesday to take a 2-1 lead in the AL Championship Series.A gritty Cole held the New York Yankees scoreless without his sharpest stuff, Jose Altuve sparked Houston at the plate and the Astros locked down a 4-1 victory Tuesday to take a 2-1 lead in the AL Championship Series.Brighton Beach community reports no running water for month
Brighton Beach community reports no running water for month
Brighton Beach community reports no running water for month
Brighton Beach community reports no running water for month
Community members in Brighton Beach say they’ve been without running water for an entire month and want the city to take responsibility.Community members in Brighton Beach say they’ve been without running water for an entire month and want the city to take responsibility.CDC study: Several NYC boroughs ranked top in US for STDs
CDC study: Several NYC boroughs ranked top in US for STDs
A study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that STDs are on the rise - and several New York City boroughs were ranked among the top in the U.S. for the number of the diseases.A study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that STDs are on the rise - and several New York City boroughs were ranked among the top in the U.S. for the number of the diseases.
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Yankees in the 2019 Playoffs
Yankees in the 2019 Playoffs
New York Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia throws against the Houston Astros during the 10th inning in Game 2 of baseball's American League Championship Series Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in Houston.
New York Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia throws against the Houston Astros during the 10th inning in Game 2 of baseball's American League Championship Series Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in Houston.
Photos on the field of the New York Yankees in the 2019 American League Division Series vs. the Minnesota Twins.Photos on the field of the New York Yankees in the 2019 American League Division Series vs. the Minnesota Twins.Just Married in Brooklyn
Just Married in Brooklyn
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News 12 Brooklyn wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedBK.
News 12 Brooklyn wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedBK.
Guide: Brooklyn and Bronx Breweries
Guide: Brooklyn and Bronx Breweries
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the boroughs for beer-lovers to visit.
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the boroughs for beer-lovers to visit.
Brooklyn Birthday Smiles
Brooklyn Birthday Smiles
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
Aftermath of shooting that left 4 dead in Brooklyn
Aftermath of shooting that left 4 dead in Brooklyn
Gunfire broke out inside an illegal gambling club in Brooklyn early Saturday, police said, leaving four people dead, three wounded, and investigators trying to piece together what prompted the bloodshed.Gunfire broke out inside an illegal gambling club in Brooklyn early Saturday, police said, leaving four people dead, three wounded, and investigators trying to piece together what prompted the bloodshed.
