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A 47-year-old man was stabbed multiple times with a meat cleaver following a dispute over a car crash in Queens, as reported by FOX 5 sources. The incident occurred in the Queens neighborhood of New York City.

Dangerous rip currents are expected along the Atlantic-facing coastline of Long Island, Brooklyn, and Queens on Thursday, as warned by the National Weather Service. Beachgoers are advised to avoid swimming in these areas due to high risk.

A 47-year-old man was stabbed multiple times during a suspected road rage incident in Queens on Thursday morning. The attack occurred in Queens and is under investigation as a potential road rage case.

Islanders are urged to track Asian hornets instead of trampling them. Over 200 Asian hornet queens have been captured and nine nests destroyed this year.

A Queens community is preparing to honor Army Sergeant Angel Rampersad, who was killed overseas. The Ozone Park residents block association will host an event at her home on Thursday to remember her life.

A 16-year-old girl was seriously injured after subway surfing on a southbound A train in Broad Channel, Queens. The incident occurred as the train approached the station with a group of teenagers.

A Chinese immigrant driver became involved in a drug bust after arranging to pick up a passenger in New York’s North County in early 2025 and has been incarcerated in an upstate jail since.

An Ozone Park family in Queens is mourning the death of U.S. Army Sgt. Angel Sarah Rampersad, who was killed during an Iranian attack on a U.S. airbase in Jordan. The 28-year-old Queens native's family was at Dover Air Force Base.

Cleanup efforts continue in Queens following two consecutive storms that caused damage, including broken tree limbs, blocked streets, and damaged vehicles. Residents in Bayside are dealing with the aftermath as authorities work to restore normalcy.

NYC FDNY reports a 70% increase in lithium-ion battery fires in 2026, with 235 incidents compared to 138 in the same period last year. While non-structural fires tripled, fatalities and injuries from such fires have declined in recent years. A June 2026 fire in Queens caused by a micro mobility device resulted in one death.

Sgt. Angel Rampersad was returned to the U.S. in a dignified transfer attended by President Donald Trump after being killed in an Iranian attack on a U.S. airbase in Jordan. She was a 28-year-old native of Queens.

A Queens man is suspected of killing his wife in a murder-suicide. The suspect comes from a family with a history of violence.

A public defenders group serving Brooklyn and Queens has ended its strike. Union members had been picketing outside Brooklyn Defender Services offices after workers walked off the job nearly a week prior.

Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad, a 28-year-old Army sergeant from Ozone Park, Queens, is believed to be the third service member killed in an attack in Jordan.

Resorts World New York City casino in Queens is launching the next phase of its $5 billion expansion to become the largest integrated gaming resort in the United States.

JetBlue will restore flights at LaGuardia's historic Marine Air Terminal following Spirit's shutdown, adding up to 12 daily round trips starting in 2027.

More storms are projected to bring multiple inches of rainfall to New York City and New Jersey, potentially causing floods and damage. Previous storms on Saturday led to significant flooding in Manhattan and Queens.

A stranger punched an 81-year-old woman in the face during an argument on a Queens street, according to police. The incident occurred last week and is under investigation.

New York City experienced severe flooding from torrential rains, causing subway disruptions, road closures, and property damage. Emergency crews conducted rescues in Queens, and officials warned of lingering delays as the city recovers.

A man is wanted for punching an 81-year-old woman during a verbal dispute in Jackson Heights, Queens, on July 16. The victim sustained a laceration and was hospitalized in stable condition, while the suspect fled the scene wearing a white T-shirt and baseball cap. The NYPD reports a 22% decline in felony assaults in the 115th Precinct but has not made any arrests.

Heavy rains caused flooding on Rose Avenue near Kissena Boulevard in Flushing, Queens, pushing cars onto the sidewalk. Linda, a local resident, owns one of the affected vehicles.

Drivers in Queens were seen climbing out of windows as floodwaters rose. Anthony Carlo reported the incident from Woodside.

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.

Robbers on mopeds are wanted for a chain-snatching spree in Brooklyn and Queens. A 68-year-old man from Pennsylvania visiting for an NYPD memorial was among the victims.

The NYPD is investigating two men suspected of robbing 25 people on a moped across Brooklyn and Queens. The suspects committed 29 robberies between June 15 and July 10, primarily in Williamsburg, Greenpoint, and Ozone Park.

Two suspects on a moped are suspected in 29 daytime robberies in Brooklyn and Queens between June 15 and July 10. The victims were targeted for their chains, which were forcibly taken by the duo.

A track fire in the tunnel connecting Manhattan and Queens has caused severe delays on the N, W, and R subway lines, with additional delays reported for downtown B and D trains. Morning commuters are advised to seek alternative travel options due to the disruption.

Car thieves in New York City are employing more sophisticated methods, and law enforcement is adapting to counter them. NYPD data indicates that grand larceny auto is the least solved major crime in the city.

An 18-year-old man named Josiah King was fatally shot in Queens, prompting his grieving mother to seek answers. Reporter Sonia Rincon interviewed the mother and the victim's basketball coach.

A man died and a woman was seriously injured in a scooter collision in Queens, according to police. The incident occurred near Grand Central Parkway and Queens Boulevard around 6:36 p.m. on Thursday.

The NYPD Academy in Queens has been renamed after Det. Steven D. McDonald, a fallen hero, 42 years after he joined the academy. The 30-acre campus now bears his name, marking the anniversary of his academy enrollment.

A former FDNY firefighter was sentenced to 4-12 years in prison after pleading guilty to causing a fatal collision while driving drunk, which resulted in the death of a BMW driver in Queens. The case was announced by District Attorney Melinda Katz.

Federal agents raided the Queens home of Anthony Miranda, former New York City Sheriff, as part of an ongoing corruption investigation. The probe alleges the Sheriff's office under Miranda's leadership retained cash from raids on illegal pot shops. The union representing deputies condemned Miranda's conduct, citing long-standing mismanagement and corruption.

Federal law enforcement executed a search warrant at Anthony Miranda's home in Queens. The action was conducted as part of an unspecified investigation.

Hundreds of lawyers and staff at Brooklyn Defender Services and Queens Defenders struck in Brooklyn and Queens over unresolved negotiations with management on wages, benefits, and remote work policies. The strike, averted from picketing due to poor air quality, risks disrupting courts but remains operational for now, with supervisors covering caseloads.

The article highlights alleged Medicaid fraud in Queens, with $2.5 billion in billings from senior centers over three years, $2.1 billion of which originated in Flushing. It criticizes New York Attorney General Letitia James for not addressing the issue.

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.

The MTA is hosting pop-up workshops along the proposed Interborough Express (IBX) light rail route in Brooklyn and Queens to gather public feedback on station design, service updates, and community priorities. The project, using existing tracks, aims to connect Bay Ridge to Jackson Heights via 18 stops, serving 900,000 people with a projected 160,000 weekday riders. Workshops include interactive activities to simulate IBX trips and prioritize station features.

Three homes in Woodhaven, Queens were destroyed by a fire, displacing several families. The FDNY responded to the blaze, which started around 3:57 p.m. and required a third alarm, according to Deputy Chief Bob Sputh.

New Yorkers visiting Rockaway Beach in Queens during a three-day heatwave faced a threat of rip currents, as warned by the National Weather Service. The hazard is expected to intensify, complicating efforts to seek relief from the heat at the beach.