Public Safety & CrimeHoward Beach Man Deceased: NYPD Investigates Cross Bay TraumaNYPD investigates the suspicious death of a 42-year-old man found with severe trauma in a Howard Beach apartment near Cross Bay Boulevard. Community fears rise amid ongoing probe.May 13, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeSynagogues Vandalized in Queens Overnight; City Council Speaker Condemns ActsCity Council Speaker Adrienne Adams condemned antisemitic vandalism targeting multiple Queens synagogues overnight. NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force investigates as community leaders call for unity.May 13, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeAntisemitic Graffiti Discovered Across Two Queens Parks, Community OutragedAntisemitic graffiti defaced two Queens parks, Forest Park and Tudor Park, sparking outrage. NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force is investigating disturbing trend. Community leaders urge vigilance.May 13, 2026
Public Safety & CrimePhil Vetrano Testifies in Chanel Lewis Retrial: Karina Vetrano Case RevisitedPhil Vetrano delivered emotional testimony in the Chanel Lewis retrial for Karina Vetrano's murder. Howard Beach community seeks justice in case that impacted park safety.May 13, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeMan Deceased with Severe Trauma Near Cross Bay Boulevard, NYPD InvestigatesA 47-year-old man was found deceased with severe trauma near Cross Bay Boulevard in Howard Beach. NYPD Homicide is investigating. Local residents express shock and urge community vigilance.May 13, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeAntisemitic Graffiti Found In Two Queens Parks Near Cross Bay AreaAntisemitic graffiti discovered in two Queens parks near Cross Bay Boulevard sparks outrage and triggers an NYPD Hate Crime Task Force investigation. Community leaders condemn the acts.May 13, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeNYPD Pledges Action Against Cross Bay Boulevard Street TakeoversNYPD pledges increased enforcement against illegal street takeovers on Cross Bay Boulevard. Residents in Queens demand action against reckless driving and public safety hazards.May 13, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeNYPD Investigates Deceased Man With Trauma Near Cross Bay BoulevardNYPD investigates a suspicious death near Cross Bay Boulevard in Howard Beach after a man with severe trauma was found. Community concern rises. Call police with tips.May 13, 2026
Public Safety & CrimePhil Vetrano Delivers Emotional Testimony in Lewis RetrialPhil Vetrano delivered emotional testimony in the Chanel Lewis retrial Tuesday, recounting the impact of his daughter's murder on Howard Beach and Cross Bay Boulevard families.May 13, 2026