Long Island City
Coverage of Long Island City in the Nexus archive.
- Two dogs dragged by heartless owner behind car on NYC street have recovered, ready for new homes
Two dogs named Marzipan and Nougat (also known as Marley and Miss Noogie) have recovered and are up for adoption after being dragged by their leashes behind a moving car in Long Island City. The incident, described as senseless, occurred months prior to their recovery.
- Air quality improves in NYC - for now - but caution is still the rule
Air quality in NYC improved from 'very unhealthy' on Thursday to a better level on Friday, prompting schools and organizations to move outdoor activities indoors as a precaution, particularly for children. Despite the improvement, concerns about lingering risks remained.
- Air Quality Alert due to Canadian wildfire smoke
An air quality alert has been issued across the state due to worsening conditions from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. Smoke from these fires is affecting the region, with officials warning the situation may worsen before improving.
- Bus crash on Long Island Expressway leaves two dead, dozens of others injured
A bus crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens resulted in two deaths and at least 20 injuries after the vehicle flipped over following a collision near Exit 16 at Greenpoint Avenue. The incident, which occurred around 11:45 p.m. on June 29, caused a chain reaction involving another car and led to critical injuries for multiple individuals. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
- Claire Valdez wins NY-7 primary election
Claire Valdez, a Progressive state Assemblymember and Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s pick, won the Democratic primary election for New York’s 7th Congressional District. She will represent a progressive district covering Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Bushwick, and parts of Long Island City and Maspeth.
- Queens penthouse hovering 70 stories above ground is the highest in the borough — asking $13,350 per month
A 70-story penthouse at The Orchard in Long Island City, Queens, is the borough's highest residence, priced at $13,350 per month. The property offers views of the Poconos.