December 1, By Laura A Shepard
In response to a brutal attack of a transgender woman Sunday, a group called “Everything Transgender in NYC” is organizing a rally tonight.
The rally will begin at the 90th Street in Elmhurst,…
December 1, By Michael Florio
A transgender woman is in critical condition after being beaten outside of her Jackson Heights home in what police say may be a hate crime.
The 35-year-old victim was attacked following an argument with a man,…
November 30, By Laura A Shepard
The ads are all over Craigslist and other online marketplaces, but the merchandise is in plain sight, in driveways and parking spots on many residential streets.
“Curbstoning” refers to unlicensed car dealers posing as personal sellers and flipping inexpensive used cars for cash.…
November 25, By
Laura A. Shepard
Assemblyman Michael DenDekker is looking to end a regulatory snafu that can ultimately cost homeowners thousands of dollars.
DenDekker is proposing new legislation that would absolve homeowners of their responsibility to fix sidewalks cracked by city tree roots and hold the city responsible instead.…
November 25, Staff Report
A motorist received up to eight years in prison for striking and killing a pedestrian while driving drunk, according to the Queens District Attorney.
Florida resident Romulo Mejia, 43, pleaded guilty to criminally negligent homicide and driving while intoxicated.…
November 25, Staff Report
Police are searching for a man who allegedly robbed a Dunkin’ Donuts store in Jackson Heights earlier this month after pretending to have a gun.
The suspect entered the 37-03 95th Street location on Nov.…
November 25, Staff Report
The police have released a video of a suspect who allegedly shot a man multiple times in the back on Roosevelt Ave earlier this month.
The suspect was fighting with a female outside Centro Billiards and Sports on Roosevelt Ave,…
November 24, Staff Report
Two alleged drug smugglers busted with 20 kilograms of cocaine face up to 20 years in prison if they are convicted, according to the District Attorney’s office.
Nolvia Lili Amador Manueles and Monica Lucia Venegas Grimaldo have been charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance and conspiracy for allegedly transporting 20 kilograms of cocaine from Texas to New York.…
November 24, By Michael Florio
Chipotle will open its new Jackson Heights location in the coming weeks.
Chipotle Mexican Grill, the popular burrito chain, will open on Northern Boulevard and 87th Street on Dec. 10, according to a company spokesperson.…
November 23, By Laura A. Shepard
The end is looming for the ornate but decrepit vacant movie theater on 82nd Street, as its soon-to-be new owner plans to demolish it within the next few months.
The property, located at 40-31 82nd St.,…