Advocates, DAs urge Albany to repeal loitering law and enable record-clearing for trafficking victims before end of session
/“Both are necessary to protect marginalized populations and reduce harm. I strongly support these two bills”
Read More“Both are necessary to protect marginalized populations and reduce harm. I strongly support these two bills”
Read MoreIn an interview with the Eagle, Deputy Mayor Thompson stressed how everyday citizens can influence our democracy by casting their vote.
Read MoreThe complaint names Astoria resident Elvis Tominovic as the leader of the operation, and states the scheme generated $5 million from 60,000 guests at 36 buildings.
Read MoreThe closure has disappointed some Queens vegetarians.
Read More“The client was hospitalized briefly but is not receiving consistent medication.”
Read MoreThe $65 million will come from the FY 2020 budget that Mayor Bill de Blasio and the City Council agreed upon on June 14.
Read MoreHe takes over the position at a time when parks across the city — and Queens, in particular — are in desperate need of upgrades and upkeep.
Read MoreActivists have hailed the bill, sponsored by Queens Assemblymember Nily Rozic and State Sen. Jessica Ramos, as a breakthrough piece of legislation.
Read More“The strong economic framework that we enjoy today is a direct result of the City’s welcoming policy toward immigrants that we have maintained for over 100 years.”
Read MoreUnder New York City’s newly minted 2020 budget, libraries — including QPL — will receive an additional $33 million, including a $16 million budget baseline.
Read MoreSimon & Garfunkel’s favorite bridge officially opened on June 18, 1909.
Read MoreAt least 33 people were arrested in and around Queens County courthouses last year.
Read MoreThe reasons for overcrowding are complex — a combination of demographic growth, housing development, shortsighted policy and other factors.
Read More“The most exciting part is the race for a progressive DA has really captured the minds of a lot of residents.”
Read MoreReducing transit fares by way of programs such as the city’s Fair Fares initiative greatly benefits low-income residents without overcrowding transit.
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