Richards begins first full term as borough president
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“It is a great honor to have the opportunity to continue serving the 2.4 million residents of the borough of Queens.”
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Parole reform should top legislative agenda, advocates say
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“It's not a get out of jail free card, it's an opportunity.”
Read MoreOpinion: Looking back at the year in the Queens DA’s office
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We have made significant strides against criminal activity.
Read MoreRedistricting commission splits on maps, again
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“I did not join this commission to ignore the cries for representation by communities who have been robbed of their voices.”
Read MoreJudge recertification bill hits Hochul’s desk
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“We hope that the governor keeps her promise that she is going to be independent, that she is going to look at all of the issues, and that she realizes that having an independent judiciary should be a priority,”
Read MoreWoman stabbed in Astoria, potential first homicide of 2022
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A woman was stabbed to death in Astoria on Sunday night in what was possibly the first homicide in New York City in the new year.
Read MoreMayor Adams takes office
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“We must learn to be smarter, live with COVID and ensure that we protect everyday New Yorkers.”
Read MoreA year of crisis on Rikers
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In 2021, New York City’s Queens-based jail faced unprecedented challenges, criticism and demand for reform from advocates.
COVID shortages force W train suspension: MTA
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“Like everyone in New York, we've been affected by the COVID surge.”
Read MoreBike access coming to MTA bridges in Queens
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“Public transit in New York should be welcoming, safe and accessible for cyclists and pedestrians."
Read MoreAdams takes aim at city’s ‘waste, fraud, abuse’ with new appointments
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“I'm a big believer that if you don't inspect what you expect, it’s all suspect.”
Read MoreQueens woman asks court to recuse Katz from investigation
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“Justice cannot be served when a district attorney is put in a position where they are aware of a conflict of interest… and the conflict is not ethically resolved.”
Read MoreEarly voting, absentee ballot changes coming next year
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“To increase faith in our democracy, people should be able to vote more easily and know election results in a timely manner.”
Read MoreSchools will fully reopen post-holiday, officials pledge
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“Our kids need to be in school.”
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