Police reform advocate files bid for Queens BP
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Anthony Miranda is a retired NYPD sergeant advocating for police officers and communities of color.
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O’Neill resigns as NYPD Commissioner; Sunnyside’s Shea set to take over
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Major crimes reached historic lows in New York City under O’Neill, while New Yorkers’ calls for police accountability intensified.
Read MoreSolitary confinement rule change would address ethical dilemma for jail healthcare staff
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Rules would address issue of “dual loyalty.”
Read MoreCouncil aides write open letter calling for expulsion of 'serial abuser' Andy King
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They also urged the council to overhaul its process for disciplining members.
Read MoreHindu New Yorkers call on city to make Diwali a public school holiday
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Diwali is celebrated in countries that account for some of the city’s highest populations of immigrants.
Read MoreDowntown Far Rockaway receives economic boost from Small Business Services
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The funds, known as Neighborhood 360°, will be used to pump up key commercial corridors.
Read MoreFree classes open digital world to Flushing seniors
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The classes will occur on Tuesday and Friday afternoons in November.
Read MoreOPINION: Ranked choice voting can help elect more women candidates
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Ranked choice voting “has clear benefits related to civic engagement and representation.”
Read MoreFractured Queens GOP, 'in desperate shape,' limps into DA election
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“It’s on its deathbed. It’s in critical condition.”
Read MoreTacos of Queens and Brooklyn square off on new docu-series
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Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece have embarked on a cross-country journey to find America’s best tacos, and that search has brought them to Brooklyn and Queens.
Read MoreYork College student strives to make her community a better place
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Nekhidia Harris has worked to become a luminary in her community, starting a non-profit organization to provide health and educational services to those in need.
Read MoreConstantinides' chief of staff is running for his boss’ Western Queens council seat
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Nick Roloson says he would work to establish more affordable housing in the area and expand the network of protected bike lanes.
Read MoreJails oversight board votes to propose limits on solitary confinement
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But the Corrections Officers’ Benevolent Association contends that solitary confinement is the only option for punishing violent detainees.
Read MoreOPINION: Early voting couldn’t have come at a better time
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The cliche “vote early and often” has, at least in part, come true for millions of voters across New York City.
Read MoreQuiet neighbors: Real estate website digs up the ghosts of Queens
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Cap off this year’s spooky season by channeling the spirit of Harry Houdini.
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