Hundreds pack Queens DMVs as state allows licenses for undocumented immigrants
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The Green Light Law withstood court challenges and took effect Monday.
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New York State, led by Comrie, will mark 400 Years of African-American history
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The “400 Years of African-American History Commission” was sponsored by State Sen. Leroy Comrie and signed into existence by Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Read MoreRozic, Ramos urge Cuomo to pass e-bike bill
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Thousands of food delivery workers — many of them low-income people of color — have had their electric bicycles and scooters confiscated by the NYPD.
Read MoreQueens Jewish leaders consider community safety after Jersey City attack
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Queens has had a number of high profile anti-Semitic incidents this year.
Read MoreOpinion: The future of Edgemere is bright
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A pivotal vote by the City Council and community partnership began the revival of Edgemere and opened doors of opportunity for generations to come.
Read MoreFive Queens CMs have yet to support homeless housing bill
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“Having this set-aside is only a logical step to moving families out of shelter.”
Read MoreNew CUNY pilot program attempts to address food insecurity for some students
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Council Speaker Corey Johnson announced the creation of a fund that will provide 1,250 qualifying students with $400 to spend on campus food.
Read MoreCoalition urges city to promote tenants’ right to organize
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Tenant advocates say too few people are aware of the city’s Universal Access to Counsel law.
Read MoreByford blames vendor for No. 7 train slush slow down
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NYC Transit President Andy Byford called the failure “wholly inexcusable” after slush caused track transponders to malfunction.
Read MoreFlushing residents push for a path through tangled roadways
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Local organizations have championed several park projects, including a plan called the Kissena Way, which would create a network of pedestrian paths and cycle trails.
Read MoreConstantinides proposes Borough Hall caucus of Queens NYCHA leaders
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“We have to make sure their voice is part of big decisions on land use, parks and capital funding.”
Read MoreElmhurst’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial set to open this month
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The memorial sits on the northwest corner of Elmhurst Park.
Read MoreJamaica is getting a new shared co-working space
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The 12,000-square-foot coworking space will support 255 jobs, according to the governor’s office.
Read MoreRenewable Rikers movement gains traction
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Advocates, elected officials and community leaders are pushing for the Renewable Rikers Act.
Read MoreFreak remote-start car accident kills man in South Jamaica
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The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is still investigating the incident
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