Legendary journalist, Queens native Gwen Ifill honored with ‘forever’ stamp
/Ifill, born in Jamaica, Queens, was a trailblazing newscaster best known for her work with PBS.
Read MoreIfill, born in Jamaica, Queens, was a trailblazing newscaster best known for her work with PBS.
Read More“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 More“We’re throw-aways. That’s what we’re considered.”
Read MoreConstantinides said he has a three-point plan for fixing Queens’ accessibility issues.
Read MoreNortheastern Queens Assemblymember Daniel Rosenthal and Southeastern Queens State Sen. Leroy Comrie sponsored the bill in their respective chambers.
Read MoreThough 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 More“It’s time for someone else to have a turn.”
Read MoreIt’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 MoreThe pledge includes rejecting campaign contributions from finance, insurance or real estate interests and refusing to endorse candidates in Democratic primaries.
Read MoreAdvocates say Herrera’s arrest highlights severe problems in the way the NYPD handles calls for people experiencing mental health issues.
Read More“I would not have supported this proposal if I believed that it would have a negative impact on the community that I love.”
Read MoreThe NYPD has used the law to deny public access to records of officers involved in high-profile incidents of police brutality.
Read MoreThe opportunity to vote days ahead of the election could prove especially important for immigrants in Queens and citywide, advocates say.
Read MoreAn hour before the City Council began to vote in favor of an unprecedented plan to build four new jails, it was business as usual at the courthouse.
Read MoreMany private trucks dump their stinky cargo at transfer stations in Southeast Queens, the South Bronx and Northern Brooklyn.
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