Suspect identified in Jamaica double homicide, arson
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The suspect was identified through video taken at the incident, police said.
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Leader in re-entry services talks Layleen Polanco, closing Rosie’s and city jails plan
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“We don’t think that someone should have to sit on Rikers because they’re homeless and don’t have somewhere to go … “
Read MoreHundreds rally for Layleen Polanco at Manhattan Criminal Courthouse
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“They treated my sister like she was nothing because of how she decided to be happy,.”
Read MoreActivists, family members mourn death of trans woman at Rikers Island
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“We want a full investigation; we want answers.”
Read MoreSheila E. to headline free music festival in Queens
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The concert will last from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and “offer a range of food, entertainment and activities for people of all ages.”
Read MoreA serial bank robber is targeting Chase Bank locations across the city
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Yesterday, the unidentified suspect allegedly stole $2,000 from a Chase Bank at 104-17 Queens Boulevard.
Read MoreTiffany Cabán kicks DA campaign into overdrive with day of endorsements and rallies
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The DA hopeful, who has already racked up endorsements from U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and State Sen. Jessica Ramos, added several more this week.
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Balloons not bars: organizers try new tactic in campaign to close Rikers
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The city has said it will fully close Rikers — the 10-jail complex that currently houses just over 7,500 people — by 2026 but activists want it shut down now.
Read MoreSuspect identified in scary rape of 78-Year-oId Rosedale womany
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Ryan Bayard, 30, allegedly raped the woman in the early morning Sunday, while allegedly repeating, “I like old ladies.”
Read MoreRikers bridge vigil memorializes detainees who died
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“We’re moving the conversation from brick and mortar to the lives that are affected.”
Read MoreCity comptroller tours Queens ahead of likely mayoral Run
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“This is not the last conversation we’re going to have.”
Read MoreJackson Heights death ruled a homicide after nearly four months
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Rafael Huertas, 56, was surrounded by drug paraphernalia and covered with a plastic sheet, according to sources.
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