Man Punches 62-Year-Old Woman in the Throat on Train in Jackson Heights

May. 7, 2025 By Ethan Stark-Miller

Brooklyn City Council Member Justin Brannan is pitching a plan to crack down on corruption in city government as part of his comptroller bid, following the multiple scandals that engulfed Mayor Eric Adams’ administration, amNewYork has learned.

May 7, 2025 By Shane O’Brien

According to residents on the block between Skillman Avenue and Barnett Avenue, the DOT removed at least three streetlights around April 22, leaving the area in almost complete darkness after sunset.

May. 7, 2025 By Adam Daly

New York State experienced its most deadly flu season for children this past year, with state health officials reporting the highest number of pediatric deaths linked to influenza ever recorded between October and May.

May 7, 2025 By Bill Parry

A serial burglar from Jackson Heights was sentenced to up to 30 years in prison Tuesday in Queens Supreme Court for targeting homes across the borough during a three-month crime spree beginning in late 2022.

May 7, 2025 By Jessica Militello

With Mother’s Day just days away, now is the perfect time to plan on picking up a stunning bouquet to show appreciation for the women in your life. In Western Queens, you’ll find an array of neighborhood flower shops offering fresh, beautiful arrangements to suit every style and budget. Whether you’re looking for timeless roses, cheerful spring mixes, or something uniquely artistic, these local florists have you covered.

May. 7, 2025 By Jimmy Robles

Marchers, many of whom hailed from Queens neighborhoods like Jackson Heights, Elmhurst and Corona, called on state leaders to pass the New York For All Act, which would bar local and state law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration authorities.

May. 7, 2025 By Colum Motherway

Security officers in Queens escalated their efforts for fair labor practices on May 2 by delivering a petition with more than 2,000 signatures to the offices of Narrow Security, located at 87-83 139th St. in Jamaica. 

May. 7, 2025 By Ethan Marshall

Several students from high schools schools across New York City who are part of the nonprofit Global Kids, which works to develop youth leaders through dynamic global education and leadership development programs, came together in an effort to address mental health stigmas and spark change on Friday, May 2, at York College, located at 94-20 Guy R. Brewer Blvd. in Jamaica.

May. 7, 2025 By Athena Dawson

A Toronto-based airline has officially landed at North America’s top-ranked airport.

May. 7, 2025 By Colum Motherway

In a bid to strengthen legal protections for pet owners, Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar has introduced “Penny’s Law,” new legislation aimed at holding negligent dog owners criminally accountable when their pets cause harm to other animals.