Back-to-school backpack giveaways in Flushing and western Queens
Back-to-school backpack giveaways in Flushing and western Queens provided essential supplies and support to hundreds of local families, easing the return to class.
Bronx apartment explosion leaves three dead and 14 injured
A Bronx apartment explosion on East 209th Street left three dead and 14 injured. FDNY led extended search and recovery efforts after the tragedy.
Elevator outages at Hunter’s Point South Living
Elevator outages at Hunter’s Point South Living in Long Island City are disrupting daily life, with residents calling for improved building maintenance and more reliable repairs.
RFK Bridge truck fire snarls BQE and Grand Central Parkway
A tractor-trailer fire on the RFK Bridge caused major traffic delays across NYC, impacting the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, Grand Central Parkway, and nearby neighborhoods as FDNY crews responded to the scene.
Fatal stabbing inside a Long Island City high-rise
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.
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