May 10, 2021 By Allie Griffin

Students who plan to attend SUNY and CUNY colleges for in-person classes this fall will be required to be vaccinated for COVID-19, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Monday.

May 10, 2021 By Christina Santucci

Queens Congressmember Grace Meng announced last week that she has introduced legislation to promote education about the history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders – in an effort to combat anti-Asian racism.

May 10, 2021 By Allie Griffin

A 33-year-old man was fatally shot near the Queensbridge Houses NYCHA complex when he was ambushed by two men just after midnight Monday.

May 10, 2021 By Christina Santucci

The Queens Public Library (QPL) reopened 14 branches today where patrons are now able to enter the facility, browse the collections in-person and use the computers for limited periods of time.

May 7, 2021 By Allie Griffin

An Astoria-based dance company is closing due to the toll the pandemic has taken on its business.

May 7, 2021 By Allie Griffin

Two affordable housing lotteries are now open in Long Island City and Astoria, but only to people who make at least $68,500 a year.

May 7, 2021 By Allie Griffin

Police are looking for a man who robbed a bank in Long Island City Thursday and fled with more than a thousand dollars.

May 5, 2021 By Christian Murray

Sixteen candidates are vying to replace term-limited Jimmy Van Bramer as the representative for the 26th Council District.

May 6, 2021 By Allie Griffin

Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer’s Chief of Staff Matt Wallace has endorsed candidate Amit Bagga to take over his boss’ seat in the City Council.

May 6, 2021 By Allie Griffin

Nearly 20 Queens eateries have made the prestigious Michelin’s affordable restaurant list this year, including seven for the first time.

May 6, 2021 By Ryan Songalia

A well-known Queens progressive and an up-and-coming name in left-wing political circles announced that they have cross endorsed one another as they both seek to topple incumbents in upcoming primaries.

May 5, 2021 By Christina Santucci

The Queensboro Dance Festival will kick off later this month and will feature more than 20 outdoor events.

May 5, 2021 By Ryan Songalia

New York City has unveiled the public school calendar for 2021-2022 and it includes a new holiday and a change to Columbus Day.

May 5, 2021 By Allie Griffin

The total number of Queens residents killed by COVID-19 is approaching 10,000, although the daily death count is now in the single digits.

May 5, 2021 By Christian Murray

Baseball fans who are fully vaccinated will soon be able to pack into Citi Field and Yankee Stadium at 100 percent capacity.

May 5, 2021 By Michael Dorgan

A new shop that will offer oversized donuts is set to open in Astoria later this month.

May 4, 2021 By Ryan Songalia

Two city council members seeking higher office exchanged endorsements on Tuesday.

May 4, 2021 By Christian Murray

A 22-year-old Asian man was assaulted in an unprovoked attack in a Long Island City subway station last month—and police are investigating the incident as a hate crime.

May 4, 2021 By Allie Griffin

The popular New York City music festival Governors Ball has found a new home in Queens this year after it was canceled in 2020 due to COVID-19.

May 4, 2021 By Christina Santucci

Lime – a micro-mobility company that operates e-scooter and bike rental programs – recently began its rollout of electric mopeds in several parts of the city, including western Queens.

May 4, 2021 By Michael Dorgan

Dozens of illegal riders on dirt bikes and ATVs ripped through Astoria Park Sunday pulling wheelies, revving engines and sending dust flying – before eventually being chased out of the park by police.

May 4, 2021 By Ryan Songalia

A city council candidate who received the backing of a number of major labor unions Saturday has released a jobs plan that he says will create 100,000 jobs in New York City.

May 4, 2021 By Christian Murray

The state senate passed a bill last week that mandates that all drinking fountains at public parks be tested for lead on an ongoing basis.

May 3, 2021 By Allie Griffin

New York State will reopen to near pre-pandemic levels and 24/7 subway service will resume later this month.

May 3, 2021 By Ryan Songalia

Queens Borough President Donovan Richards has endorsed Eric Adams in the race to be mayor—backing the only candidate in the mayoral contest who is a borough president.