Latest News from Howard Beach, NY

Starbucks' controversial 'Tank Day' ad sparks ethical debates among Howard Beach businesses about corporate responsibility and cultural sensitivity.

A 76-year-old Howard Beach man was fatally stabbed in his 159th Avenue home, prompting an NYPD homicide investigation. No motive or arrests yet.

NYPD investigates the grim discovery of a headless body in Jamaica Bay near Howard Beach, Queens. Residents are urged to report any information.

Heavy rains and high tides submerge homes in Old Howard Beach and Hamilton Beach, renewing calls for urgent flood mitigation efforts in Queens.

USACE advances a coastal resilience study for Howard Beach, Queens, targeting flood protection for Jamaica Bay communities. Residents face ongoing storm risks.

Howard Beach residents prioritize local concerns like flooding and safety, showing minimal direct impact from unconfirmed global news in 2026. Community remains focused locally.

Old Howard Beach and Hamilton Beach neighborhoods face severe flooding from overflowing basins after heavy rains in 2026. Residents demand urgent infrastructure solutions.

Howard Beach police investigate a headless body found in Queens waters as residents combat significant flooding from recent heavy rains. Urgent action needed.

NYPD investigates the fatal stabbing of 76-year-old Robert Thompson inside his Howard Beach home in 2026. Community urged to provide tips urgently.