Second-grader’s death raises questions about ‘church van’ school transportation
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Students and families depend on the vans, but it’s’s unclear what agency, if any, has oversight over them.
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Attorneys for Chanel Lewis appeal guilty verdict
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“Please take notice that the defendant hereby appeals … from each and every part of the judgement of this Court.”
Read MoreA Starbucks on Sesame Street? 'This is poppycock'
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‘Sesame Street has the Queens-iest vibe of anything that ever vibed Queens. What are these people talking about?’
Read MoreQueens will host seven early voting sites — their locations are TBD
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“We’re going to have a logjam if we only have seven sites in Queens.”
Read MoreNFL star tackles justice reform at Queens DA forum
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All seven Democratic candidates for Queens District Attorney will address prosecutorial policies and criminal justice reform.
Read MoreWoodhaven resident strikes woman with box truck
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Youfeng Xu was crossing the street around 11 a.m. when 67-year-old Xiang Chen, of Woodhaven, made a left turn and mowed her over.
Read MoreThree nature events at Gateway National Park this week
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With the weather getting warmer and the days getting longer, Gateway National Recreation Area is adding even more programming for Queens residents.
Read MoreCity picks up the tab for detainees who pick up the phone
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The Department of Correction is covering the cost of calls for people in custody.
Read MoreLetter: the Alzheimer’s crisis demands ‘BOLD’ action from Congress
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“Now that BOLD has passed into law, it must be funded, in order to address the Alzheimer’s crisis.”
Read More'What happened to Felipe?' New film helps St. John’s alum tell his story
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“People always wonder like, what happened to me?”
Read MoreThe Twin settles in: famous ‘gypsy’ brewer Evil Twin opens Ridgewood brewery
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It is expected to be completed and open in July.
Read MoreState will fund immigrant legal services at consulates and religious spaces
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“This new program will allow some of our most vulnerable New Yorkers to get the legal assistance they need in a safe and supportive space.”
Read MoreEarly voting, if done right, could ease Election Day for Queens residents
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“Early voting could take away a lot of the stress on Election Day.”
Read MoreLongtime Republican Betty Lugo remains open to GOP nomination for Queens DA
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“Yes, I would consider it. We should look at the person, not the party.”
Read MoreIn Queens DA race, a spectrum of perspectives on city jails plan
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Each candidate agrees that the Rikers Island jails, as currently constructed, are outdated and dangerous and need to be close. They differ on what to do next.
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