Latest News from Howard Beach, NY

Howard Beach, Queens, founded in 1897 by Brooklyn glove manufacturer William J. Howard, is a residential neighborhood with a rich history.

Old Howard Beach and Hamilton Beach residents are battling frequent flooding due to lunar tides, disrupting daily life and damaging property. Locals seek solutions.

Overnight tides and rain are causing serious flooding in coastal Howard Beach, Queens. Residents are urged to prepare emergency kits for safety.

Meta settled social media addiction claims with U.S. states for up to $18 billion, becoming a major tech accountability story. Howard Beach parents discuss screen time impacts.

A 34-year-old woman was stabbed multiple times near a Howard Beach bus stop on Cross Bay Boulevard and 157th Avenue on March 11, 2026. This sparks urgent safety calls in Queens.

Meta's settlement introduces teen account curfews and time limits, sparking discussions among Howard Beach families about screen time and youth mental health.

Iran and Oman agreed to share Strait of Hormuz revenues, drawing global attention to oil prices and shipping security. Howard Beach residents anticipate gas price changes.

Howard Beach residents feel under siege by a string of at least 10 break-ins in recent weeks, prompting increased police precautions and community worry.

Howard Beach homeowners feel "under siege" following a string of at least 10 recent burglaries, prompting increased police vigilance and resident precautions.