Latest News from Howard Beach, NY

Following a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake off Japan's coast, Howard Beach residents are mobilizing support, recalling past local disaster experiences.

Shockwaves from a fatal tourist shooting in Mexico are prompting Howard Beach families to reconsider travel plans, sparking local safety discussions.

Persistent flooding impacts over 300 Howard Beach homes near Hamilton Beach basins, forcing families to adapt to waterlogged streets. Officials push for comprehensive infrastructure solutions.

NYPD divers pulled a headless body from Jamaica Bay near Howard Beach, sparking a major investigation into the gruesome discovery. Residents demand answers as authorities seek identification and clues.

Local officials and Howard Beach business owners closely monitor Iran-US ceasefire talks, bracing for potential fuel price hikes and supply chain disruptions affecting local economy.

"It's a terrifying time," says a Howard Beach resident, as Queens' Iranian community expresses deep concern over surging arrests and executions in Iran, impacting families and fueling activism.

Howard Beach families with Japanese ties are urgently seeking updates following a 7.5 magnitude earthquake in Japan. Local businesses assess travel impact and community support efforts.

Solar storm on April 20, 2026, illuminated Howard Beach skies with auroras, sparking local tech disruption fears for JFK commuters and power grids.

North Korea's ICBM test on April 19, 2026, stirs anxiety among Howard Beach Korean War veterans and local families, prompting global market dips.