Public Safety & CrimeAntisemitic Graffiti Surges Across Two Queens ParksAntisemitic graffiti found in two Queens parks has alarmed residents near Cross Bay Boulevard, prompting community leaders to denounce the hateful acts immediately.May 13, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeQueens Parks Vandalized: Swastikas Found in Two Parks on Mother's DaySwastikas were discovered in two Queens parks on Mother's Day 2026, continuing a borough-wide pattern of hate graffiti. Investigations are underway.May 12, 2026
Public Safety & CrimePhil Vetrano Testifies in Retrial for Karina Vetrano's Howard Beach MurderPhil Vetrano testified emotionally in the retrial of Chanel Lewis for Karina Vetrano's 2016 Howard Beach murder, reigniting community quest for justice.May 12, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeConey Island Woman Arrested in Valley Stream Larceny Case, Queens Residents AlertedNassau County Police arrested a Coney Island woman for grand larceny in Valley Stream on May 8, 2026, prompting regional law enforcement cooperation impacting Queens.May 12, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeNYPD Boosts Patrols Amid Escalating Cross Bay Boulevard Street TakeoversIllegal street takeovers on Cross Bay Boulevard have intensified, prompting increased NYPD presence and community frustration. Residents demand swift action against the dangerous trend.May 12, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeHateful Graffiti Mars Queens Parks, Community Demands Action Against AntisemitismSwastikas found in two Queens parks on Mother's Day have sparked outrage, following a week of similar hateful graffiti. Local leaders call for unity and police action.May 12, 2026
Public Safety & CrimePhil Vetrano Testifies Emotionally in Daughter Karina's Howard Beach RetrialPhil Vetrano delivered emotional testimony in the retrial of Chanel Lewis, accused in Karina Vetrano's 2016 murder. The Howard Beach community watches closely.May 12, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeIllegal Street Takeovers Surge 30% on Cross Bay BoulevardPolice seek suspects after illegal street takeovers on Cross Bay Boulevard surged 30%. Residents face increased noise and safety concerns.May 12, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeNYPD Investigates Man Found Deceased Near Cross Bay BlvdA man found deceased with trauma near Cross Bay Boulevard has shaken the community. NYPD seeks leads; residents are urged to remain vigilant.May 12, 2026