RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

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Fatal Stabbing Inside Long Island City High-Rise: What We Know

A fatal stabbing inside a Long Island City high-rise left one man dead and another charged with murder. Here’s what we know so far about the ongoing investigation and response.

City Parks Workers Gain $29.1 Million in Baseline Funding for Staffing Stability

City parks workers will see $29.1 million in new baseline funding, providing steady, recurring support for essential staffing across NYC green spaces.

The Paragon opens on Vernon Boulevard in Long Island City

New waterfront condos opening on Vernon Boulevard in Long Island City are nearly complete, bringing new homes, retail, and public riverfront access to the evolving Queens neighborhood.

Queens Village father sentenced to 25 years for child sexual abuse

A Queens Village father has been sentenced to 25 years for child sexual abuse in a case that prosecutors say reflects years of repeated harm and legal accountability.

Protected bike lanes open on 31st Street in Astoria

Protected bike lanes open on 31st Street in Astoria, offering a safer, more predictable route for cyclists and drivers. Community reaction, safety goals, and next steps.

1,000 new homes proposed for Long Island City

A vacant lot may soon see 1,000 new homes proposed for Long Island City as city leaders outline plans for large-scale housing. The project’s details raise questions of affordability, access, and the future of the neighborhood.

Upper East Side Legionnaires’ disease outbreak contained after 92 cases

The Upper East Side Legionnaires’ disease outbreak led to 92 cases and seven deaths. Here’s how the response unfolded—and what residents should know now.

Upper East Side Legionnaires’ outbreak: 92 cases and seven deaths

The Upper East Side Legionnaires’ disease outbreak has resulted in seven deaths and 92 cases. Learn the latest updates, public health response and recovery details.

Nearly 1,000 mixed-income homes planned for Long Island City waterfront

A new mixed-income housing project is set to transform the Long Island City waterfront, bringing nearly 1,000 new homes and long-term affordability to western Queens.

Fatal shooting and house fire leads to arrest in Queens

A fatal shooting and house fire in Queens leaves two family members dead and a suspect in custody. Read how emergency responders managed a tragic scene and what comes next as the investigation continues.