MTA holds one last hearing but says new Queens bus map is final
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The MTA gave Queens residents one last look at their new bus routes before the plan, which has been in the works for over half a decade, heads to its final stage.
Read MoreState has ‘dire need’ for more judges, city bar says
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New York State has a “dire need” for more trial court judges, according to a recently released report from the New York City Bar Association. In the report, which was released earlier this month, the city bar association calls on the New York State legislature to work toward repealing the state’s constitutionally prescribed cap on the number of judges that can be elected to the state’s Supreme Courts.
GOP quickly sues state over Queens pol’s mail-in voting law
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Hours after Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law Queens State Senator Michael Gianairis’ legislation to make early voting by mail a universal option available to New Yorkers, a group of Republicans and conservatives asked a court to put an end to the law before it can even be enacted.
Read MoreCity scraps plan to bring migrant shelter to Aqueduct
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Off the side of a highway on Monday evening, protesters and local elected officials gathered to oppose plans to construct a tent shelter for asylum seekers at the Aqueduct Racetrack in South Queens. However, just before the demonstration was set to begin, officials learned that the plan had been scrapped.
Read MoreElecteds bash new Downtown Jamaica busways
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“The goal is to be better, to be more efficient and deliver your services when it comes to transportation.”
Read MoreCuomo signs law to bring additional Supreme Court justice to Queens
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“I am glad the legislature understood that by denying certification of Supreme Court justices, they were reducing our numbers.”
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New York lawmakers pass bill to restore voting rights for people on parole
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“Felony disenfranchisement is a relic of Jim Crow America.”
Read MoreQueens leaders say justice doesn’t end with Chauvin verdict
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“Each of those crimes were an affront not only to our modern society but those in who we entrust our safety.”
Read MoreOpinion: Let us fight for justice in Black History Month and beyond
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This Black History Month is different from all others.
Read MoreNY opens mass vaccine site at York College, largest hub in the state
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State Sen. Leroy Comrie got his vaccine on opening day.
Read MoreRemembering The Dean of Southeast Queens Politics
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How can you convey the pure drive and determination of a man who wanted to make sure that all people had a chance to get ahead in life?
Read MoreQueens lawmakers press mayor to cancel tax lien sale during COVID pandemic
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“In the midst of a pandemic that has caused skyrocketing unemployment, the sale must be canceled.”
Read MoreQueens leaders urge city to address crime spike at Kew Gardens hotel
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The bullet holes in the front door were the last straw.
Read MoreComrie-Rosenthal bill would protect Lefferts Boulevard Bridge businesses
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“It is the centerpiece of a community and the foundation for many folks' livelihoods.”
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