Rob Flaks

Brooklyn

Multimedia Journalist at News 12 Brooklyn

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BLAZEFURY Spicy Wing Showdown draws crowds to Tong in Bushwick

Jul 28, 2024 | bronx.news12.com | Rob Flaks

Over 400 people flocked to the Tong in Bushwick Sunday to witness the second annual BLAZEFURY Spicy Wing Showdown. The 20 participants braved 10 chicken wings smothered in pepper sauces for all the bragging rights, while onlookers got a chance to sample traditional Thai street foods and beverages. Some participants tapped out before the 10th chicken wing, saying they were not prepared for the full body reaction the wings brought out. "I had no idea what to expect.
Brownsville Oldtimers fest brings joy across generations

Jul 26, 2024 | brooklyn.news12.com | Rob Flaks

The Brownsville community came together to celebrate the seniors in their community with their Old Timers Week festivities on Friday. The block party marked the 61st anniversary of the event, which helped to raise funding for programming at the Brownsville Recreation Center.
Community calls for safer neighborhood following two shootings in Clinton Hill

Jul 23, 2024 | newyork.news12.com | Faith Graham |Rob Flaks

Residents in Clinton Hill are calling for major changes to the Hall and Ryerson streets shelters following a deadly triple shooting that claimed two lives, including a 21-year-old victim who lived in the shelter. Residents say for months their calls about the dangers inside, including the 3,200 person capacity were unheard, and hope the tragic events can highlight the need for better conditions. "When 4.000 of us have no privacy or lockers for valuables or enough food to eat.
NYC announces new e-bike charging initiative to prevent lithium-ion battery fires

Jul 21, 2024 | bronx.news12.com | Rob Flaks

Mayor Eric Adams announced a major step for fire safety to protect New Yorkers from e-bikes and scooters that use lithium-ion batteries. The mayor was joined by members of the FDNY on Monday for the launch of a PR campaign that will alert delivery drivers in particular to never store e-bikes in the home. According to the FDNY, e-bikes have caused over 700 fires across the five boroughs since 2019.
Authorities: 4 women, including 2 children, found dead in Bensonhurst

Jul 20, 2024 | bronx.news12.com | Rob Flaks

Authorities say a 24-year-old man remains in police custody in connection to the stabbings of four people inside of a Bensonhurst apartment Friday. According to police, 56-year-old Fayzieva Mavlyuda, 27-year-old Maftuna Khakimova, 5-year-old Kamila Shavkatova and 4-year-old Timur Shavkatov, were found with multiple stab wounds in their home. Neighbors say the victims were kind and friendly and their children would always play with neighbors.
NYC Restaurant Week returns on Monday

Jul 19, 2024 | bronx.news12.com | Greg Thompson |Rob Flaks

The time that food fans circle on their calendar every summer and winter will arrive on Monday, when NYC Restaurant Week returns to the area. That means across city, many participating restaurants will be offering two-course lunches for $30, and three-course dinners for $45.
FDNY: Fire breaks out in Flatbush

Jul 16, 2024 | brooklyn.news12.com | Rob Flaks

A fire broke out in Flatbush on Tuesday night, according to the FDNY. Officials say the fire, which broke out outside of 1116 and 1114 Flatbush avenues at around 5:30 p.m., left no residents injured – but they had to scramble to make it out. “We just grabbed the dogs and ran outside,” said resident Tameka King. “We didn’t think about anything else until we came out here.”Tenants say they believe the fire was started by an air conditioner, however, the FDNY is still working to determine the cause.
Residents of Clinton Hill call for better conditions inside migrant shelter amid 2 measles cases

Jul 15, 2024 | brooklyn.news12.com | Rob Flaks

Residents in the Clinton Hill neighborhood say New York City officials must do more for the 2,400 migrants inside of the Hall Street Emergency Shelter. "This number is too big. They cannot live like this, and neither can the community," said former district leader Renee Collymore. This comes after two measles cases were reported in the building, which according to health experts accounts for a low amount of risk for those vaccinated with the MMR vaccine.
Giglio Feast gets underway in Williamsburg

Jul 14, 2024 | brooklyn.news12.com | Rob Flaks

Giglio Feast gets underway in Williamsburg•Jul 15, 2024, 2:44 AM•Updated 3 min agoA tradition over 100 years old made its return to Williamsburg Sunday. The Giglio Feast brought people from far and wide to celebrate the proud history of the neighborhood. The event features classic Italian flair and food, like zeppoli coated with powered sugar, carnival games and more. The event runs until next Sunday, with a second Giglio raising planned for Wednesday and a final one next Sunday.
2 cases of measles confirmed at Williamsburg Shelter

Jul 14, 2024 | bronx.news12.com | Rob Flaks

Two cases of measles have been confirmed at an emergency shelter in Williamsburg. The cases stem from a temporary migrant shelter known as the Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Center on Hall Street. News 12's Rob Flaks was in Williamsburg with the latest.