Development & InfrastructureCross Bay Boulevard Traffic: DOT Announces Major Intersection UpgradesNYC DOT outlines a $12 million project to upgrade five Cross Bay Boulevard intersections in Howard Beach, aiming to improve traffic flow and safety for residents.May 15, 2026
National & WorldCuba Grid Fails, Eastern Provinces Dark; Howard Beach Families ReactA catastrophic power grid failure darkens Cuba’s eastern provinces. Howard Beach residents with family ties express growing worry.May 15, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeHoward Beach Floods Again; Police Investigate Local DiscoveryHeavy rains cause significant flooding across Howard Beach streets, prompting resident concerns. NYPD investigates a body discovery nearby.May 15, 2026
National & WorldUkraine Attacks Intensify; Howard Beach Residents Express ConcernUkrainian officials report over 1,500 drone strikes, intensifying the war. Howard Beach families with European ties voice deep concern.May 15, 2026
Local Economy & BusinessChina Summit Echoes in Howard Beach: Trade Talks Affect FamiliesBeijing trade talks between Trump, Xi ripple through Howard Beach, affecting local businesses and families concerned about prices.May 15, 2026
Local Economy & BusinessHoward Beach Commuters Face $4.51 Gas Prices Amid Middle East TurmoilHoward Beach commuters are reeling from $4.51 gas prices, a direct consequence of escalating Middle East conflict and the Strait of Hormuz crisis.May 14, 2026
National & WorldHoward Beach Lebanese-Americans Pray Amid Lebanon Violence, Peace TalksHoward Beach's Lebanese-American community prays after Israeli strikes kill 12 in Lebanon, breaching ceasefire. US hosts peace talks amid local frustration.May 14, 2026
National & WorldHoward Beach Reacts to Taiwan Conflict Warning, Military ImplicationsXi Jinping's Taiwan warning sparks anxiety in Howard Beach, impacting military families and raising concerns over gas prices and local economic stability.May 14, 2026
Public Safety & CrimeTwo Teenagers Drown Near Howard Beach Waters in Tragic IncidentTwo teenagers, 16 and 17, drowned near Howard Beach waters, sparking safety warnings and community grief. Unsupervised swimming in hazardous areas caused the tragedy.May 14, 2026