Three Queens detainees may be released from jail under city coronavirus plan
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“Taking sensible steps to release vulnerable people serves the public interest in a way mass detention does not.”
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Aide to Brooklyn congresswoman has COVID-19, as staff self-quarantines
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“Many of my staff members are in self quarantine because of that.”
Read MorePaid sick leave expansion takes effect as COVID-19 crisis intensifies
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo passed legislation Wednesday that would provide New Yorkers with paid sick leave if they are forced into a mandatory or precautionary quarantine due to COVID-19.
Read MoreGianaris challenger received primary residence tax exemption for Nassau County home
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Homeowners can only qualify for a STAR exemption at their primary residences.
Read MoreThe special election for Queens BP will still happen — some day
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“The Mayor plans to select a new date for the election soon,” a spokesperson told the Eagle Monday evening.
Read MoreQueens Village GOP cancels Steve Bannon gala
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“Our 145th Anniversary Lincoln Dinner will not take place.”
Read MoreAUBRY: It’s time to ‘HALT’ solitary confinement in New York once and for all
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‘In isolation, people cut their arms, bang their heads against concrete walls, swallow objects and tie sheets around their necks.’
Read MoreMayor can order marshals to halt evictions amid coronavirus emergency: Oversight committee
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“It’s such an easy fix.”
Read MoreDonovan Richards urges city, state to delay Queens borough president special election
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Councilmember Donovan Richards has asked Mayor Bill de Blasio and Gov. Andrew Cuomo to postpone the Queens borough president special election due to coronavirus concerns.
Read MoreLeading good government group endorses Richards for Queens borough president
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“Throughout our interview process he demonstrated a depth of understanding of land-use issues and a vision for equitable development in Queens.”
Read MoreCoronavirus prompts Queens pols to cancel petitioning and in-person campaigning
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“My campaign is immediately suspending efforts to collect further petition signatures for ballot access.”
Read MoreQueens borough president election is still on, despite covid fears
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The Queens borough president special election is still on, for now.
Read More1 in 100 newborns go from hospital to homeless shelter
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“Homelessness is not an issue that can be pushed into the shadows.”
Read MoreBrooklyn Democrats back Richards for Queens BP, uniting political rivals
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The endorsement unites the Queens and Kings County Democratic organizations.
Read MoreQueens reps push for small business aid amid coronavirus uncertainty
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“Many small businesses, in particular Asian American-owned businesses such as restaurants and retailers, have experienced a significant drop in business due to misinformation and xenophobia about coronavirus.”
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