JAMAICA, Queens
Coverage of JAMAICA, Queens in the Nexus archive.
- Brute punches straphanger, 65, in face inside NYC subway station in random assault: cops
A 65-year-old man was punched in the face by an attacker inside the Sutphin Blvd-Archer Avenue subway station in Jamaica, Queens on Thursday afternoon. The assault occurred as he entered the turnstiles around 3:20 p.m.
- Man, 89, beaten and robbed after leaving Queens bank: NYPD
An 89-year-old man was beaten and robbed near a Capital One bank in Jamaica, Queens, on Thursday. The suspect allegedly shoved and kicked the victim to the ground.
- Crews battle 3-alarm fire at a warehouse in Queens: FDNY
A three-alarm fire broke out at a warehouse in Jamaica, Queens on Monday morning, prompting a response from 192 fire and EMS personnel. One firefighter sustained minor injuries during the incident.
- NY law enforcement to crack down on illegal airport cab drivers
New York law enforcement announced new measures to address illegal airport cab drivers who exploit passengers with unfavorable fees. These drivers, referred to as 'hustler drivers,' operate at arrival gates and baggage claims, targeting newly arrived travelers.
- NYC Rent Board weighs rent freeze; tenants and landlords clash
The New York City Rent Guidelines Board is considering a rent freeze or increase for rent-stabilized tenants. Tenants rallied outside a public hearing demanding a freeze, citing the last freeze in 2020.