Brooklyn News Brief: Car Rams Synagogue, Community Resource Fair Today
Brooklyn, NY — January 30, 2026 — A car crashed into the Chabad-Lubavitch World Headquarters in Crown Heights; a community resource fair is scheduled for today.
Car Crashes into Chabad-Lubavitch World Headquarters in Crown Heights
On Wednesday evening, a car repeatedly rammed into the Chabad-Lubavitch World Headquarters in Brooklyn’s Crown Heights neighborhood. The New York Police Department is investigating the incident as a potential hate crime. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the driver was taken into custody. Authorities have increased security around houses of worship throughout the city as a precaution.
Community Resource Fair Today at Isaac Brown Healing Art & Community Center
Today, from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM, the Baltic Street Wellness Solution is hosting a Community Resource Fair at the Isaac Brown Healing Art & Community Center, located at 882 3rd Avenue, 10th Floor. The event offers free services, including clothing, food, medical screenings, and more. It’s open to all community members, with no insurance or referrals required.
Upcoming Events in Brooklyn
Looking ahead, the Crown Heights Emergency Blood Drive is scheduled for Thursday, January 29, at 1:00 PM at the 77th Precinct, 127 Utica Ave. Additionally, the Environmental Protection Committee Meeting will take place on Thursday, February 5, at 7:00 PM at the Brooklyn Community Board 9 Office, 890 Nostrand Ave.
