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Cherie DeVaux Makes History as First Female Trainer to Win Kentucky Derby – Article thumbnail
Community

Cherie DeVaux Makes History as First Female Trainer to Win Kentucky Derby

Cherie DeVaux made history, training Golden Tempo to win the 152nd Kentucky Derby. Howard Beach racing fans celebrate the groundbreaking achievement.

Queens Police Investigate Headless Body Discovery in Howard Beach Waters – Article thumbnail
Public Safety & Crime

Queens Police Investigate Headless Body Discovery in Howard Beach Waters

NYPD divers recovered a headless body from a Howard Beach waterway, prompting a major investigation. This discovery raises local safety concerns.

Queens Home Explosion: NYPD Identifies Victim, Confirms Intentional Act in 2026 – Article thumbnail
Public Safety & Crime

Queens Home Explosion: NYPD Identifies Victim, Confirms Intentional Act in 2026

Police confirmed a fatal Queens house explosion was intentional, with bodycam footage revealing intense scenes. Howard Beach residents seek assurances.

Spirit Airlines Ceases Operations: Howard Beach Families Scramble for Summer Travel – Article thumbnail
Local Economy & Business

Spirit Airlines Ceases Operations: Howard Beach Families Scramble for Summer Travel

Spirit Airlines’ collapse after a $500 million bailout denial leaves Howard Beach travelers scrambling. Local agencies report booking shifts.

U.S. Troop Withdrawal: Howard Beach Veterans Divided Over European Commitments – Article thumbnail
Government & Politics

U.S. Troop Withdrawal: Howard Beach Veterans Divided Over European Commitments

The Pentagon’s decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany sparks debate among Howard Beach veterans. Local VFW members voice strong opinions.

Howard Beach, Queens: Officials Confirm Unidentified Body Found Amid Severe Flooding – Article thumbnail
Emergency & Fire

Howard Beach, Queens: Officials Confirm Unidentified Body Found Amid Severe Flooding

Heavy rain and high tides inundated Howard Beach streets, exacerbating conditions where NYPD divers located a deceased individual. Residents demand immediate flood mitigation.

Old Howard Beach, Hamilton Beach: Residents Face Extensive Flood Damage Post-Storm – Article thumbnail
Environment

Old Howard Beach, Hamilton Beach: Residents Face Extensive Flood Damage Post-Storm

Basin waters overwhelmed Old Howard Beach homes and streets, causing widespread property damage. Local officials are assessing the catastrophic impact.

Grand Central Incident: Howard Beach Residents Demand Enhanced Subway Safety – Article thumbnail
Public Safety & Crime

Grand Central Incident: Howard Beach Residents Demand Enhanced Subway Safety

Following shocking Grand Central footage, Howard Beach parents re-evaluate subway travel. Community leaders push for increased A-train NYPD patrols.

Howard Beach House Explodes, Collapses on 130th Street Early Today – Article thumbnail
Emergency & Fire

Howard Beach House Explodes, Collapses on 130th Street Early Today

A Howard Beach house on 130th Street exploded and collapsed early Thursday, triggering a major FDNY response and prompting an emergency demolition.