Public Safety & CrimeHoward Beach Residents Under Siege From String of BurglariesHoward Beach homeowners feel "under siege" following a string of at least 10 recent burglaries, prompting increased police vigilance and resident precautions.August 26, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeGambino Crime Family Associate Sentenced to 10 Years in PrisonA Howard Beach man with alleged Gambino crime family ties received a 10-year prison sentence. This impacts local safety and anti-crime efforts in Queens.August 26, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeLindenwood Residents Report Racist Graffiti Scrawled on ThanksgivingLindenwood residents discovered racist graffiti scrawled on sidewalks and fences on Thanksgiving, prompting an NYPD Hate Crime Task Force investigation.August 25, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeUS Strike in Eastern Pacific Kills Two in Drug Trafficking OperationA US strike in the eastern Pacific killed two people on a suspected drug vessel, extending a campaign with over 210 deaths. Howard Beach residents watch global implications.August 25, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeHoward Beach Reports 1 Incident in 30 Days, Maintains 'A' Safety GradeHoward Beach reported only one incident in 30 days, earning an 'A' safety grade in 2026. This low crime rate reflects strong community efforts in public safety.August 23, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeHoward Beach Maintains 'A' Safety Grade Amidst Low Incident RateHoward Beach secured an 'A' safety grade in 2026 with only one incident reported in 30 days, confirming its status as a very safe community. Residents can trust local safety measures while remaining vigilant.August 23, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeQueens Daily Eagle Reports Howard Beach Gambino Associate SentencedA Howard Beach man with alleged Gambino crime family ties was sentenced to a decade in prison, marking a significant federal crackdown. This impacts local public safety.August 21, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeHoward Beach Uber Driver Indicted After Taking Passenger on Erratic RideA Howard Beach Uber driver faces indictment for an erratic ride with a passenger, raising ride-sharing safety concerns and calls for greater driver accountability. The incident prompts community discussion.August 21, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeDA Katz Charges Ex-Officer Chandler in Howard Beach ShootingQueens District Attorney Melinda Katz charged former police officer Dwayne Chandler in a Howard Beach sushi restaurant shooting that may have paralyzed a bystander. This incident raises urgent public safety concerns for local residents.August 20, 2026