Far Rockaway Woman Injured In Random Subway Punch Attack
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As a 20-year-old woman was exiting the A train at Beach 67th Street, a man approached and followed her down the staircase, police said.
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Katz Death Penalty Vote a Red Flag for Criminal Justice Reformers
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Melinda Katz is running for Queens County District Attorney on a progressive platform, but criminal justice reformers question her 1995 vote to reinstate the death penalty.
Read MoreA Corona Man Has Been in Prison for 33 Years. Is that Enough Time?
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Nationwide in 2016, more than 161,000 people were serving life sentences or virtual life sentences — prison terms that exceed life expectancy.
Read MoreKim Wants to Reshape Role of Public Advocate — But Can He?
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As a candidate for public advocate, Kim said he plans to reshape the office, focusing on private sector abuse — but one city watchdog is questioning that.
Read MorePHOTOS: Queens Chamber Honors Borough’s Top 20 Construction Jobs
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“How we manage our built environment, as well as our public spaces, directly impacts the quality of business and residential life in the borough.”
Read MoreFOCO Christmas Drive Benefits St. Mary’s Children’s Hospital
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The annual fundraiser will run through Dec. 20.
Read MoreAssemblymember Ron Kim Announces Bid for Public Advocate
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Kim has advocated to eliminate student loan debt for hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers and has opposed corporate welfare.
Read MoreRamos, Liu, Addabbo and Comrie Set to Chair Senate Committees
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State Senator-elect Jessica Ramos will chair the Labor Committee, where she said she plans to focus on workers’ rights and labor organizing.
Read MoreA Green Christmas: Minimizing Packaging Waste for Eco-Friendly Holidays
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If you’re dreaming of a green holiday season this year, you’ll have to take care to shop and decorate with the planet in mind.
Read MoreDirty Dozen: 12 MS-13 Members Indicted On Murder, Burglary Charges
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The 12 reputed members of MS-13 are accused of plotting to kill rivals from the Latin Kings gang and man who tried to leave MS-13.
Read MoreTeen Who Grew Up On Rikers Sentenced To Nine Years To Life In Prison
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At Churaman’s sentencing on Tuesday afternoon, Justice Kenneth Holder was shocked that the now 19-year-old continued to maintain his innocence.
Read MoreDisgraced Detective Wants Deal to Spare Wife in Brothel Cops Case, Lawyer Says
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“Negotiations are a little complicated for Mr. Paz because it involves other members of his family. He’s interested in the welfare of his wife and two daughters.”
Read MoreQueens Needs a Conviction Integrity Unit, Says Judge Gregory Lasak
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“I firmly believe that any prosecution anywhere should be able to withstand the harshest of scrutiny.”
Read More2019 Michelin Guide Recognizes Astoria Pizzeria
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“From their wine list to the menu, it’s all about Italy here.”
Read MoreWillets Point and Fort Totten May Be NYC Ferry’s Next Ports of Call
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“While the city has announced and established ferry service in other areas of the city, transportation deserts like Northeast Queens have been overlooked.”
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