On the evening of May 17, 2025, a tragic Brooklyn Bridge collision occurred when the Mexican Navy’s training vessel, ARM Cuauhtémoc, crashed into the historic bridge in New York City. The collis…
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Voletta Wallace Laid to Rest: Honoring the Mother of The Notorious B.I.G.
Voletta Wallace, the mother of the late rapper The Notorious B.I.G. (Christopher Wallace), was laid to rest on March 12, 2025, at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel in New York City, the same venue…
Maxwell High School Brooklyn Annual December Hair Show Highlights Creativity and Community
Brooklyn’s Maxwell High School has long been a hub for innovation, creativity, and community engagement. Known for its strong vocational programs and a commitment to student development, the sch…
Brunch with a “Difference” – Stay Entertained in NYC
People are outside again! With Spring in full force, some New Yorkers may be looking for new events in the city. Wonder no more, and be entertained by the creative and luxurious brunch events of 500 n…
Lola Brooke: The Heiress of New York
2023 is the year of Lola Brooke. Since the success of her breakout hit “Don’t Play With It,” the rapper has taken over the hip-hop scene, spreading her Brooklyn flair everywhere she goes. …
The Year of the Kitty: Chinese Kitty is Claiming 2022
With millions of followers and videos amassing millions of views, Brooklyn’s own Chinese Kitty is making her name in rap. Her debut album, SMD released last year, taking her to festival stages and the…
Mapy, the Violin Queen who breaks rules! ??
If you have an Instagram, chances are you’ve seen Mapy across your feed! She is a violinist who covers hit songs with her violin. In honor of Music Day (June 21st) this month, MEFeater is highlighting…
MEF’s Favorite Looks from AfroPunk Brooklyn 19
This year, the MEFteam had the opportunity to not only attend AfroPunk but also bless our supporters with 50 free tickets for the weekend. During the weekend we ran into some creative souls and Olivia…
The First Black Vegan Festival Comes to New York, “Black VegFest”
In August, the world’s first ever Black Veganfest will be coming to New York on August 11th, the event is being spearheaded by Grassroots Artists MovEment (G.A.M.E). G.A.M.E is a not-for-profit organi…
Cafe con Libros: Brooklyn’s Newest Feminist Bookstore & Eatery
Brooklyn, New York. Brooklyn, New York. Home of musical icon legends such as Biggie Smalls, and Jay-Z, and filled with the history of Fort Greene Park and the Hoyt & Schermerhorn train station. It…
MEFeater Street Style Chronicles: Ziggy Mack Johnson on How to Express Yourself with Clothes
First time I stumbled on Ziggy Mack Johnson’s Instagram was probably late last year. I was enamored with his “free” style and fun outfits. He had pretty girls on his Instagram and co…
Why You Should Know The Fourtress
Here is what you need to know about the amazing women behind The Fourtress. Four roommates and a dream was all it took for Brooklyn residents Kiara Bass, Tierra Taylor, London Coleman-Williams and Can…
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