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Joseph Lee and Katie Yee talking into their microphones at The World's Borough Bookshop in Jackson Heights.

Jackson Heights

Author Joseph Lee examines Indigenous history and identity at Martha’s Vineyard during Jackson Heights visit

By Paulina Albarracin

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AMNY

IBX Stop by Stop: Exploring the future light rail line’s northern hub of Jackson Heights, a melting pot of flavors and tradition

A Brooklyn teenager was stabbed to death on 93rd Street in Jackson Heights on Thursday, Aug. 14, and the suspect remains at large.

Brooklyn teen stabbed to death in Jackson Heights, suspect remains at large: NYPD

By Bill Parry

Cops are looking for these three suspects who allegedly robbed two men in Jackson Heights and remain at large a month later.

Three men wanted in string of robberies in Jackson Heights: NYPD

By Bill Parry

The interior of the Topos Too bookstore in Ridgewood.

Things to Do

Uncover literary treasures at these Queens bookstores

By Paulina Albarracin

A crowd of local runners sprinting past the start line at the 2023 NYC Police Chase 5K at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.

News

Summer’s last hurrah: Enjoy these August races in Queens

By Paulina Albarracin

Cops are looking for these suspects who allegedly robbed a motorist at gunpoint in Corona.

Moped-riding gunman, accomplice, sought in Corona armed robbery: NYPD

By Bill Parry

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Arts & Entertainment

Photos: Queens residents enjoy 2025 Colombian Day Parade in Jackson Heights

By Ethan Marshall and Ramy Mahmoud

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Things to Do

Cool off this summer with margaritas in Queens

By Paulina Albarracin

Jackson Heights resident Jose Lequerica has been charged with murder in connection with the beating death of his wife, Asli Ak, a real estate broker who had dreams of owning her own agency, according to her brother.

Courts

Jackson Heights man held without bail for allegedly beating his wife to death in 2024: DA

By Bill Parry

A 23-year-old woman was injured after she tripped and fell from the platform and was struck by a 7 train entering the Roosevelt Ave-Jackson Heights transit hub during the July 21 evening rush.

Woman injured after tripping and falling in front of an oncoming 7 train in Jackson Heights: NYPD

By Bill Parry

Cops are still looking for these suspects for allegedly beating and robbing a woman during a mugging in Jackson Heights more than a month ago.

Couple mugs woman in Jackson Heights, remains at large more than a month after attack: NYPD

By Bill Parry

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Elderly woman injured during mugging in East Elmhurst: NYPD

By Bill Parry

Gunman gets 35 years to life in prison for shooting at two cops in Jackson Heights in 2011: DA

Real Estate

Application filed to replace Lucky Strike in Jackson Heights with 12-story mixed-use building

Real Estate

Permits filed for 4-story apartment building in Elmhurst near Queens Place Mall

Man who shot at NYPD officers in Jackson Heights in 2011 convicted, faces 80 years to life

Trio sought for Junction Boulevard beatdown and robbery in Corona: NYPD

Jackson Heights mother and son indicted in violent stalking scheme against his ex-girlfriend: DA

Real Estate

Post Office in Jackson Heights finally getting ADA ramp after years of advocacy

Astoria Post

Venezuelan migrant who shot two NYPD cops in East Elmhurst last year sentenced to 28 years: DA

Politics

Council Member Moya endorses Yanna Henriquez to succeed him in District 21

Real Estate

Permits filed for 4-story apartment building near Queens Center Mall in Elmhurst

Friend's Tavern (Photo by Michael Dorgan)

Things to Do

Raise your flag: LGBTQ+ bars in Western Queens to visit during Pride and beyond

More from Around New York

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NYPD touts record-low shootings in 2025, even after Bronx and Brooklyn mass attacks

A club room at Ridgewood nightclub Earthly Delights, which is transitioning to a private event-only venue before ultimately closing on Nov. 30.

Ridgewood nightclub Earthy Delights celebrates one-year anniversary amid looming closure

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Sue-Ann Greenfield, President of SAG Life Coaching

New York Family

Hudson Valley Students Kick Off the School Year with a Mural Promoting Peace and Community