Back where it all began: Queens judge appointed to court he argued in as a young lawyer
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“I'm ecstatic – I am humbled by it and I’m sometimes in disbelief that this happened.”
Read MoreQueens legal leaders named for promotions by Gov. Cuomo
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"New York State's courts deserve the best and brightest minds to uphold principles of law and fairness and move our State forward.”
Read MoreNew York enacts law to limit solitary confinement
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“For far too long, countless people have needlessly suffered and died in solitary confinement in New York State prisons and jails.”
Read MoreNY lawmakers near long-awaited deal to legalize marijuana
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The deal would make marijuana use and possession legal for adults 21+.
Read MoreAs pressure mounts, some Queens legislators keep quiet on Cuomo future
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Fourteen Queens lawmakers have called for Cuomo to resign.
Read MoreNY opens mass vaccine site at York College, largest hub in the state
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State Sen. Leroy Comrie got his vaccine on opening day.
Read MoreAnti-Semitic vandals scrawl swastika at Rego Park synagogue
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The swastika was found on a sign near the front steps of the Rego Park Jewish Center
Read MoreNY state set to open mass vaccine site at York College
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The site will open Feb. 24, according to York College.
Read MoreQueens nursing home resident dies of COVID after being denied vaccine
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At least 14 residents of the facility have died of COVID-19.
Read MoreOpinion: It’s time to end fossil fuel reliance in Astoria
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Energy company NRG has a long history of deceptive practices in New York, and, frankly, we’re tired of it.
Read MorePublic defender groups threaten to sue NY to vaccinate inmates
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Less than 5% of the population on Rikers Island has received the COVID vaccine.
Read MoreNYC will begin vaccinating older adults Monday, Mayor says
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“We will begin administering shots to City Workers and the elderly in 1B starting on Monday.”
Read MoreCuomo signs measure limiting courthouse ICE arrests
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“This legislation will ensure every New Yorker can have their day in court without fear of being unfairly targeted by ICE.”
Read MoreNew York strengthens protections against frivolous lawsuits
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A SLAPP in the face to plaintiffs attempting to stifle free speech.
Read MoreA quarter million Queens voters cast their ballots early
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“This is a battle for democracy.”
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