Legendary journalist, Queens native Gwen Ifill honored with ‘forever’ stamp
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Ifill, born in Jamaica, Queens, was a trailblazing newscaster best known for her work with PBS.
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OPINION: We must move forward to overcome the stigma of mental illness
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“If we are going to de-stigmatize this medical condition, we need more people discussing it openly and treating it like every other medical condition.”
Read MoreMore than 370 people have died in NYC jails since 2001
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“We’re throw-aways. That’s what we’re considered.”
Read MoreBP candidate Constantinides says city must “do better” with borough accessibility
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Constantinides said he has a three-point plan for fixing Queens’ accessibility issues.
Read MoreJamaica man sentenced to up to life in prison for brutal 2017 stabbing
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Marque Copeland was staying at a home on 145th Street in November 2017 when he attacked Christopher Cody amid an ongoing dispute.
Read MoreFlying into LGA? You’ll need a PIN to hail an Uber
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The Port Authority pressed the rideshare apps to switch to the new code system in order to streamline pickups in the midst of construction.
Read MorePharmacies will now notify patients of dangerous medication recalls
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Northeastern Queens Assemblymember Daniel Rosenthal and Southeastern Queens State Sen. Leroy Comrie sponsored the bill in their respective chambers.
Read MoreFortune Society helps formerly incarcerated men dress for success
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The Fortune Society hosted several recently released men and boys at a special Employment Services’ workshop Tuesday as part of the Alternatives to Incarceration program.
Read MoreWhat’s on the ballot: A busy New Yorker’s guide to the five charter revision questions
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Though they can seem inscrutable to anyone who hasn’t followed the inner workings of New York City, “yes” or “no” votes can overhaul aspects of the City Charter.
Read MoreConstantinides will not seek re-election as district leader amid reform push
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“It’s time for someone else to have a turn.”
Read MoreQueens man’s glider crash death was accidental, coroner says
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Officials said the LAK-17 model glider plane was found in pieces after it apparently went down into a patch of bushes.
Read MoreEarly voting starts Saturday. Here's what you need to know
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It’s a big deal in Queens, where the District Attorney contest is the most impactful elections in the city. There’s also a citywide race for public advocate.
Read MoreQueens reformers unveil transparency pledge for district leader candidates
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The pledge includes rejecting campaign contributions from finance, insurance or real estate interests and refusing to endorse candidates in Democratic primaries.
Read MoreJamaica man pleads guilty for possessing over 6,000 images of child porn
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Lalbeharry pleaded guilty to 17,725 charges related to promoting child sex abuse and possessing images of child sex abuse.
Read MoreFlushing college and career fair engages hundreds of NYC students
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The event, organized by the Eagle Academy Foundation, Department of Education and Queens College, featured representatives from more than 100 colleges.
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