Lancman To Host Screening of Eric Garner Documentary at Queens Library

Lancman To Host Screening of Eric Garner Documentary at Queens Library

“Police chokeholds are already banned under NYPD rules, but the senseless death of Eric Garner made clear that these guidelines are not working to deter use of this dangerous maneuver,” said Lancman in a statement to the Eagle.

Read More

Giant Storm Barriers in NYC Could Put Our Communities At Risk

Giant Storm Barriers in NYC Could Put Our Communities At Risk

Hurricane Michael is the latest monster storm to rip into the coastal United States; one of a string of hurricanes that have brought destruction to countless communities—from here in Queens to Florida, Puerto Rico and beyond. And as a new global report by the United Nations’ climate panel warned last week, these storms will continue to pummel our communities unless we change course, and quickly.

Read More

Ramos Launches Visioning Sessions For District 13 Constituents

Ramos Launches Visioning Sessions For District 13 Constituents

Jessica Ramos, the Democratic and Working Families Party candidate for the 13th District of the New York State Senate announced on Monday the launch of Visioning Sessions: two-hour long gatherings that will give District 13 residents the opportunity to voice their concerns.

Read More