Public Safety & CrimeHeadless Body Found on Howard Beach Shoreline FridayA decapitated body was discovered on Friday after washing up on Howard Beach in Queens, prompting a major NYPD investigation into the tragic incident.August 30, 2026
CommunityFirst Central Savings Bank Raises $60K for Cancer PatientsFirst Central Savings Bank raised $60,000 for cancer patients and survivors, showcasing their commitment to community welfare and local philanthropy.August 30, 2026
Development & InfrastructureCross Bay Boulevard Revitalization Plans Unveiled by City OfficialsCity officials unveil multi-phase revitalization plans for Cross Bay Boulevard, Queens, aiming to improve public spaces, infrastructure, and local businesses.August 30, 2026
Development & InfrastructureCross Bay Boulevard Rezoning Plan Faces Community OppositionA controversial rezoning plan for Cross Bay Boulevard, Queens, faces opposition from Howard Beach and Broad Channel residents over development concerns.August 30, 2026
Emergency & FireHoward Beach Firefighters Injured in Apartment Blaze ThursdayTwo FDNY firefighters sustained minor injuries while battling an apartment fire in Howard Beach, Queens, on Thursday, according to WABC.August 30, 2026
Government & PoliticsCity Council Bans PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' in FDNY EquipmentNYC Council bans PFAS 'forever chemicals' in FDNY equipment with new legislation championed by Councilmember Joann Ariola. This protects firefighters' health.August 30, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeHoward Beach Man Receives 23 Years for Ozone Park ShootingA Howard Beach man was sentenced to 23 years in prison for the fatal shooting of an Ozone Park tarot card reader, bringing closure to a high-profile case.August 30, 2026
Government & PoliticsUS Court Rules Trump Cannot Deport Students for Criticizing IsraelA US court ruled that Donald Trump cannot deport students for criticizing Israel, touching on free speech, immigration, and campus protest politics.August 30, 2026
Health & WeatherFirst Alert Weather: Sunny Saturday Forecast for New YorkNew York's First Alert Weather predicts a sunny Saturday, August 28, 2026, ideal for outdoor activities across the city and Howard Beach communities.August 30, 2026