Government & PoliticsHoward Beach Residents Revisit Karina Vetrano Case in Queens CourtPhil Vetrano delivered emotional testimony Tuesday in the retrial of Chanel Lewis, raising safety concerns for residents living near Jamaica Bay.June 13, 2026
Government & PoliticsCouncilwoman Ariola Slams Repaving Near Oyster Bay Jamaica AgencyCouncilwoman Joann Ariola has criticized the delayed Broad Channel repaving, which is hurting local businesses and travel booking offices.June 13, 2026
EnvironmentGoblin Shark Video Inspires Science at Discovery Bay Jamaica SiteA historic goblin shark sighting in the deep sea has inspired marine biology students in Queens studying at Discovery Bay Jamaica research sites.June 13, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeQueens Storm Tree Collapse Kills 85-Year-Old Man on TuesdayA severe storm downed trees in Queens on Tuesday, killing an 85-year-old man and driving residents to check montego bay jamaica weather for escapes.June 13, 2026
Travel AdvisoryConsulate Shooting Prompts Warnings for Excellence Oyster Bay JamaicaA manhunt for a consulate shooter in Canada has prompted Queens travel agencies to issue safety warnings for destinations like Excellence Oyster Bay Jamaica.June 13, 2026
Local Economy & BusinessUS Military Plans for Iran Nuclear Assets Stir Gas Prices QueensU.S. military plans to secure Iranian nuclear assets have triggered global oil volatility, raising immediate concerns over gas prices queens drivers pay.June 13, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeNYPD Investigates Fatal Cross Bay Boulevard Crash Involving CyclistA 60-year-old cyclist was struck and killed on Cross Bay Boulevard on Sunday, sparking a major NYPD investigation and urgent demands for road upgrades.June 13, 2026
Local Economy & BusinessJamaica Bay Riding Academy Faces Supply Shocks From Global Trade NewsRiders at the Jamaica Bay Riding Academy face operational panic as unverified global trade reports threaten South Queens horse feed supply chains in 2026.June 12, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeOzone Park Crash Leaves Woman Critical Amid Jamaica Bay Tides RescueA critical crash on Cross Bay Boulevard leaves a woman fighting for her life as residents raise alarms over how tidal flooding impacts emergency routes.June 12, 2026