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LONG ISLAND CITY »

Kidnap Victim Rescued After Being Held for a Month in Queens, DA Says

Pedro Portugal, 52, was rescued from a Long Island City warehouse on May 20, prosecutors said.

JACKSON HEIGHTS »

Robber Lures Can Collector With Promise of More Recyclables, Cops Say

A man collecting cans was robbed in Jackson Heights, police said.

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City Planning Commission Approves USTA Expansion Plan

The USTA is looking to rennovate and expand the National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.

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New MLS Team Will Consider Stadium Sites Outside Flushing Meadows Park

The new Major League Soccer team could play its first season in Yankee Stadium.

CORONA »

Queens MTA Clerk Helped Stage Her Own Robbery, Prosecutors Say

Tracy King claimed the thieves asked her to microwave food in a utility room in the 111th Street station.

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Residents Propose Concerts, Picnic Spots for Flushing Meadows Park
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City Planning Commission Approves USTA Expansion Plan

EAST ELMHURST »

19-Year-Old Stabbed by Four Men in East Elmhurst, Police Say

The men allegedly stabbed the man and fled the scene. He was rushed to Elmhurst Hospital.

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Two Thieves Beat and Rob Man Inside His Elmhurst Home, Police Say

Police are looking for two men in connection with the assault and robbery of an Elmhurst man.

JACKSON HEIGHTS »

Elderly Woman Fatally Struck by Car at Busy Queens Intersection

Elba Granizo was crossing Roosevelt Avenue and 90th Street when she was hit, police said.

NEW YORK CITY »

State Sen. Jose Peralta Says He's 'Not A Target' of Federal Probe

State Sen. Jose Peralta said he is not a target of a probe started by Shirley Huntley's wire recordings.

JACKSON HEIGHTS »

Jose Peralta's Role in FBI Probe Brings Attention to Seat's History

Peralta, who was targeted by a wire probe, holds disgraced Hiram Monserrate's former seat.

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Concourse »

Yankee Stadium Calls Chicago Brew an 'Import' In Latest Beer Flub

Goose Island beer, which is brewed in Chicago, is sold as a $12 import at Yankee Stadium.

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Queens Village »

Bullied 12-Year-Old Girl Hangs Self in Queens, Cops and Reports Say

A 12-year-old girl hanged herself Wednesday afternoon at her family's home in Queens Village.

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Greenwich Village »

Kelly Says More Cops to Patrol Village After Alleged Anti-Gay Killing

The police commissioner called the shooting Mark Carson "an out and out assisination."

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Union Square »

Strawberries, Rhubarb Hitting Greenmarkets This Week

GrowNYC's Jeanne Hodesh says which local produce is at its best this week.

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Upper West Side »

Principals for 15 City Schools Reject State Testing in Admissions Criteria

Schools across the city have decided to ignore Common Core test scores in their admissions decisions.

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Financial District »

New Pedestrian Plaza Opening Soon Across From 9/11 Memorial

A new pedestrian plaza is set to open on Washington Street, between Albany and Carlisle streets.

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Jamaica »

Mom Still Seeking Answers Months After Daughter Found Dead in Breezy Point

The death of Marisha Cheong, whose body was discovered in February, was ruled a homicide on May 6.

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Bed-Stuy »

Former 'Hip-Hop Minister' Continues Evolution With City Council Run

Conrad Tillard was a member of the Nation of Islam, a Christian preacher and now a council candidate.

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Midtown South »

MSG Says It's Being 'Held Hostage' After City Limits Permit to 15 Years

Madison Square Garden's permit includes a clause for the arena to reapply in 2028, angering critics.

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East Village »

Planned East Village High-Rise Could Disturb the Dead, Preservationists Say

Groups say bodies from Old St. Patrick's Cathedral Cemetery could still be under shuttered EV church.

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Upper West Side »

The Best Views on the Upper West Side

Upper West Side homebuyers can enjoy magnificent views of Central and Riverside parks.

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New York City »

NYPD Increases Coverage of British Consulate in Wake of Woolwich Attack

The NYPD has increased coverage of the British consulate following Wednesday's attack in London.

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Gowanus »

Locals Oppose Rock 'n' Roll Bar for Kids on Gowanus Waterfront

Rock and Roll Playhouse will bring late nights, alcohol and loud music to the neighborhood, locals say.

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Upper West Side »

Trinity Prep School Seeks 41 Percent Rent Hike for Low-Income Tenants

Trinity School has applied to substantially raise rents in an affordable housing building it owns. 

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East Village »

East Village Sergeant Fears Bike Share Program Will Cause More Crashes

The 9th Precinct's traffic safety sergeant is concerned the program could increase bike accidents.

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East Village »

Attacker in Gay Bashing of Pal in East Village Turns Himself In, Cops Say

Gornell Roman, who pummeled his gay friend, was arrested after turning himself in.

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Park Slope »

Meet Brooklyn's Rising High School Sports Stars

In the second of a five-part series, we bring you the top 10 rising stars from Brooklyn.

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New York City »

Witness Who Helped Feds Bust Malcolm Smith Rents Private Island

Moses Stern spent two weeks vacationing with his family on a private $10,000-a-week Florida hideaway.

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