Rikers death count rises again
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“I am devastated to know that another person entrusted in our care has passed away.”
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Anti-vaccine protesters arrested in Queens Center Mall Cheesecake Factory
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“I decided to stay, have some cheesecake and now I’m being arrested by the NYPD.”
Read MoreProsecutorial conduct oversight board takes shape
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“They bring vast legal knowledge and experience–along with unassailable integrity and a steadfast commitment to the fair administration of justice–to the newly established Commission on Prosecutorial Conduct.”
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Adams, Moya both declare victory in speaker’s race
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Two candidates in the race for speaker of the New York City Council – both of whom are from Queens – declared victory on social media late Tuesday afternoon.
‘Vax Daddy’ announces bid for Assembly
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“I'm hoping to go to Albany and really take on the most pressing issues today with urgency and creativity.”
Read MoreWeird turtles, bullfrogs rescued from Queens park
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“We love that this story has a happy ending, but this is a perfect opportunity to remind all New Yorkers that dumping domestic animals in a New York City park is illegal.”
Read MoreJFK to open new international terminal
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“The entire terminal is inviting passengers in a way that a transformation of JFK should be.”
Read MoreHuman Rights Day of Action heads to Queens court
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“Every human being should be equal in dignity and rights.”
Read MoreMan dies at Rikers, death toll hits 15
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“This is a heartbreaking loss at the end of a very difficult year.”
Read MoreQueens joins call to renew Excluded Workers Fund
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“There is no doubt that our excluded workers still face severe economic hardship.”
Read MoreFresh Meadows man slapped with over 100 counts for firearms stash
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“This is the fifth seizure of ghost guns in Queens since August – and we will not stop.”
Read MoreNoncitizen voting bill passes City Council
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“If we're going to build a city that takes care of the most vulnerable New Yorkers, then we have to give them a really direct tool in their toolbox.”
Read MoreCouncil hears Van Bramer bill banning plastic takeout utensils
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“The status quo of including plastic utensils in all food orders by default is not only unnecessary and unsustainable, it is incredibly costly for the city's restaurants and small businesses.”
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