Gov signs Queens pols’ Rape is Rape bill
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Governor Kathy Hochul signed a Queens assemblymember’s bill, which looks to expand the state’s definition of rape, into law on Tuesday.
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Youthful offender status expanded by new law in NY
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"Far too many New Yorkers who made poor choices at a young age are forced to deal with the lifelong consequences of criminal convictions.”
Read MoreDSA-backed Zohran Mamdani wins Astoria Assembly seat
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“The movement you helped us build can’t end here. It has to last beyond any one election.”
Read MoreAssembly Democrats spend big to save Simotas’ seat in Astoria
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The DACC gave Simotas $125K before the election. She hired Bronx real estate lobbyist Stanley Schlein as her attorney.
Read MoreAstoria supermarket warns of total lay-offs if landlord declines to renew lease
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“There still is an opportunity. The problem is we just haven’t heard back from them.”
Read MoreSimotas and Hoylman push bar exam exemption for law grads serving low-income clients
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“We have an obligation to mitigate the risks to New Yorkers during this health crisis.”
Read More'Frankly sickening' — Astoria lawmakers blast real estate firms over Key Food lease dispute
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“Their employees continue to serve Astorians who desperately need nutritious fresh food.”
Read MoreQueens lawmakers call for remote legislative session
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“Nothing about this situation is ideal, but democracy does not pause. It adapts.”
Read MoreOPINION: The city should respect religious observance during COVID-19 crisis
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Respecting shared holidays promotes acceptance and inclusion.
Read MoreSimotas vows to leave Democratic conference if Hiram Monserrate invited
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“I will not sit next to someone who I feel does not respect women.”
Read MoreA criminal justice reform would give thousands a clean slate — if only they would apply
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“Fewer than 1 percent of the expected pool of eligible people have accessed the law.”
Read MoreLatino Lawyers President Picks Up New Endorsements in Assembly Race
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State Sen. Michael Gianaris and State Assembly Member Aravella Simotas both threw their support behind Cruz at a press conference in Jackson Heights. Last month, Cruz defeated incumbent Ari Espinal in the Democratic primary.
Read MoreOrganizers, Musicians Rally to Stop Surging Gun Violence
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Gun violence is on the rise across Queens, claiming more than 110 victims this year to date. To help stop the shootings and engage more residents, organizers in Astoria, Long Island City and across the borough are hosting a special fundraiser this weekend.
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