The Latest Breaking News from Queens

Jeff Bezos Calls for a Total Federal Income Tax Exemption to Lift the Burden Off Struggling American Workers

Jeff Bezos proposes exempting low-earning Americans from income tax, arguing their contributions are minimal. His stance sparks debate with New York politicians over economic inequality and taxation policies.

International Business Times UK · May 21

Jeff Bezos Just Cried Foul Over A Billionaire Tax & The Internet Is Sharpening Its Guillotine

“The French had a solution for this.”

Pedestrian.tv · May 21

Huelga de LIRR Acciona Servicio de "Shuttle Bus": Consulta el Mapa de Rutas y la Guía Práctica Para el Lunes

Con el servicio de Long Island Rail Road completamente suspendido debido a la huelga, la MTA está operando autobuses lanzadera (shuttle buses) limitados y orientando a los usuarios hacia autobuses, metros y opciones alternativas para llegar a la ciudad de Nueva York. Aquí tienes una guía rápida para el trayecto…

Latin Times · May 17

Massive explosion at NYC home sends police officers flying

A massive, fiery explosion at a house in Queens sent several New York City police officers flying through the air as they were responding to a call of a man inside armed with a knife and the smell of gas

The Independent UK · Apr 30

New York City's first full casino with live table games opens

New York City’s first full casino with live table games has opened to fanfare

The Independent UK · Apr 28

Queens man flies into a rage over a dog peeing and stabs everyone, including his father

So this is what going bonkers looks like.

We Got This Covered · Apr 27

Widow of slain NYPD officer covers ears as husband’s final moments recounted in Queens court

In a courtroom packed with law enforcement officers and family members on Tuesday, the grieving widow of NYPD Detective Jonathan Diller was visibly shaken as prosecutors and defense lawyers made their final arguments in the murder trial of the man accused of her husband’s killing.

The Times of India · Mar 31

19-year-old woman killed by garbage truck in New York’s Queens; company expresses grief

A 19-year-old woman was killed after being struck by a garbage truck in Queens late Sunday night, police said.

The Times of India · Mar 30

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani joins Holi celebrations at Richmond Hill Phagwah parade

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani joined thousands in Richmond Hill, Queens, for the 38th Annual Phagwah Parade, celebrating the Indo-Caribbean festival of Holi. The vibrant event, marking the triumph of good over evil and the arrival of spring, brought color, music, and tradition to the streets, fostering happiness and…

The Times of India · Mar 30

For former Rep. Joe Crowley, St. Patrick’s is a holiday with personal meaning - Roll Call

Joe Crowley was deeply involved in Irish issues at the local level in Queens, in the New York legislature and in Congress.

Roll Call · Mar 17