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The Early Word: Tish James Slams 'Racist' Facebook Posts

Tension between some residents and police ramps up as this year's West Indian Parade draws closer.

1. Councilwoman Letitia James, D-Brooklyn, expressed outrage over Facebook posts made by members of the New York Police Department calling participants of the West Indian Day Parade "savages," "animals" and "filth." Over the weekend, NYPD disciplined 17 officers for the offensive comments—however, none of their names have been released. Meanwhile, a video uploaded Saturday via YouTube purports to show police and residents of Fort Greene Houses in a tense confrontation, with what appears to be two loud explosions in the background.

2. The "" series continues with performance artist Felicia Ballos making an appearance at this up-and-coming venue. Roulette, 509 Atlantic Ave. 8 p.m. $10.

3. , a weekly stand up comedy show, adds comedy's rising stars to a surprising mix of established players—with hilarious results. Brooklyn Moon, 745 Fulton St. 8 p.m. Free.

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4. returns to one of Fort Greene's largest backyard restaurant gardens. Kif, 219 Dekalb Ave. 8 p.m. Free.

5. Alternate side parking rules are in effect.

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