State lawmakers consider five-borough residency rule for new NYPD officers
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“Right now we’re simply signing up to have an invading force police us in the city.”
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As NYC’s DNA database swells, Queens councilman questions Black Lives Matter protest arrests
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“I’m hoping there’s no correlation between the protests and DNA swabs that are being entered into the system to track New Yorkers and violate human rights.”
Read MoreNew York court system backs measures to protect judges from violence
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“I want you to know that we are laser-focused on the safety and security of everyone who works in and visits our courthouses.”
Read MoreTwo charged with killing Jam Master Jay in 2002 cold case
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The Hollis native, whose real name is Jason Mizell, was a member of the pioneering trio Run D.M.C.
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 MoreOPINION: In-person court proceedings are dangerous to all involved, especially people of color
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“Social distancing will not protect our clients from an airborne virus in New York’s aging courthouses.”
Read MoreSouth Ozone Park man sentenced for sexual abuse at daycare center
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The man was sentenced to two years in prison.
Read MoreBullet-riddled Kew Gardens hotel is scene of two recent shootings
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Problems have arisen at the Umbrella Hotel since COVID-19 surged in Queens.
Read MoreDrive-by shooter strikes bystanders in Ridgewood
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“That could have been me. I just crossed that street.”
Read MoreStorm rips roof, damages housing units at private Queens jail
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NYC’s only private jail is run by the prison contractor GEO Group.
Read MoreQueens grand juries are set to resume as in-person operations increase
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“We have been carefully planning for the resumption of grand jury operations in New York City.”
Read MoreFederal judge dismisses public defender lawsuit to halt in-person criminal proceedings
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“This Court does not, and indeed cannot, dictate if, when, and how state criminal courts reopen.”
Read MoreEx-Giant from Queens embraces role as NYC probation officer
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“We have to make sure the tools we give our kids ensure they can survive through anything.”
Read MoreDe Blasio again blames court system for crime spike
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“Clearly he has absolutely no understanding of how the criminal justice process works.”
Read MoreFor sale. Elephant feet. Dealers warned.
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State officials seize elephant feet from Forest Hills couple
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