Jackson Heights

Police Hunt Jackson Heights Serial Groping Suspect

It’s the latest in a series of groping incidents in the borough — a man was busted last summer then another was sought in the fall.

2012/04/06

James Rodriguez' mother Esther Morales and his sister Denise Perez outside One Police Plaza - New York, NY - Apr 5, 2012 (credit: Paul Murnane / WCBS 880)

1992 Murder Of NYC Health and Hospitals Police Captain James Rodriguez Gets New Attention

20 years after New York City Hospitals police captain James Rodriguez was gunned down, his mother Esther Morales is hoping for break in the case.

2012/04/05

34-15 74th Street in Jackson Heights, Queens, (credit: Google Maps)

Firefighters Discover Body Inside Jackson Heights Apartment

Firefighters had gone to 34-15 74th Street after receiving a call about a burn victim.

2012/04/02

Andrew Campbell says a rusty bolt smashed his windshield as he drove over the Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge. (credit: CBS 2)

Rusty Bolt & Bracket Shatters Windshield Of NJ Man’s Car On Queensboro Bridge

Bergenfield resident Andrew Campbell wants everyone to know our bridges may not be as safe as we think they are.

2012/02/22

Occupy Wall Street Holds Major Day Of Action In New York City (credit: Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

Protesters March To Brooklyn Bridge; Subway Fears Don’t Materialize

Occupy Wall Street’s “Day of Action” slowed down Thursday night, hours after a large numbers of protesters headed from Union Square to Foley Square before heading to the Brooklyn Bridge.

2011/11/17

Swastika painted on a library in Queens on Friday, Nov. 4, 2011 (Photo credit: Alex Florez)

Arrest Made In Queens Library, Synagogue, Church Swastikas Incident

Franco Rodriguez, 40, has been charged with graffiti as a hate crime for allegedly spray painting swastikas on a library, synagogue and church in Jackson Heights.

2011/11/14

Police Looking For Suspect In Jackson Heights Sexual Assaults

Police in Queens are trying to identify a suspect they say is wanted for sexual assaults in Jackson Heights over the summer.

2011/10/15

An MTA Travel Station is seen at the Bowling Green station - New York, NY - Spe 19, 2011 (credit: Marla Diamond / WCBS 880)

MTA Unveils New ‘On The Go’ Travel Station Pilot Program

The “On The Go” travel station is a giant iPad-like touch screen which gives riders real-time information on delays, service changes, construction, and escalator and elevator status.

2011/09/19

New York City Unveils Formal Challenge To U.S. Census Results

Joseph Salvo, of the New York City Department of Planning, told 1010 WINS’ Stan Brooks “there is no question that there was an error in the enumeration” with regards to the assessment in Bay Ridge, Bensonhurst, Astoria and Jackson Heights.

2011/08/10

A Guide To New York City Farmers’ Markets

New Yorkers often get the short end of the produce stick, spending big bucks on organic foods at pricey supermarkets or buying second-rate fruit from their local deli or fruit stand. Here’s a sampling of the city’s biggest and best “greenmarkets.”

CBS New York–2011/08/02

Queens Assemblyman Wants Stiffer Penalties For Vandalism Against Politicians

Assemblyman Michael DenDekker says when the car of an elected official is vandalized, the penalty should be beefed up. He was angered over what was done to his car ten days ago, which has since been repaired.

2011/06/10

‘Ghetto Klown’ Moves From Jackson Heights To Broadway

Actor John Leguizamo grew up in Jackson Heights, Queens and once again has found a home on Broadway. CBS 2′s Dana Tyler reports on his new play “Ghetto Klown.”

2011/05/01

Anthony Parra (credit: Queens District Attorney's Office)

Anthony Parra, Of Queens, Gets 10 Years In Prison For Scalding Girlfriend’s Baby

Prosecutors said Anthony Parra, 21, attempted to give the baby her bottle, but put her in a hot shower for about 20 minutes when she refused.

2011/04/28

Business Cards For Prostitutes Popping Up In Queens

Business cards advertising prostitution are showing up across Queens, and local officials are not happy about it.

2011/03/27

Swift Cleanup Eases Residents’ Concerns

Even though Friday’s storm wasn’t much to speak about in the five boroughs, the City’s aggressive response was a comfort to many still upset from the blizzard.

2011/01/08

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