Woodside, Queens block renamed "Little Manila"
Dozens gathered at the ceremony on Sunday at Roosevelt Avenue and 70th Street. CBS2's Maurice Dubois reports.
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Street renamed to honor neighborhood's Filipino community
The intersection of 70th Street and Roosevelt Avenue in Woodside is being renamed Little Manilla.
Man critically hurt in Queens hit-and-run
Police said the man was trying to cross when he was struck by a gray pickup truck that fled the scene.
Hurricane season predictions have NYC residents fearing the worst
News of yet another above-average hurricane season this year is alarming many in low-lying areas.
Queens community soon to be renamed 'Little Manila'
The Woodside street also has businesses that help people send packages to the Philippines, and there's a national bank.
Queens community will soon be known as "Little Manila"
As part of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, CBS2's Leah Mishkin helps put the spotlight on a Queens community that will soon officially be known as Little Manila.
FDNY: 3 hurt in Woodside fire
The fire started just before midnight on Broadway near 64th Street in Queens.
3 hurt in Woodside fire, FDNY says
The fire in Queens is under investigation.
NYPD Release Video Of Person Of Interest In Shooting Of Off-Duty Lieutenant In Queens
It happened Dec. 16 in Woodside. Police say at least three armed men wearing ski masks tried to rob the off-duty lieutenant, who was shot several times.
Sources: Man Arrested For Armed Robbery Attempt That Led To Shootout With Off-Duty NYPD Lieutenant
Hundreds of people were suddenly ushered out of La Boom nightclub in Woodside when gunfire erupted outside.
Off-Duty NYPD Lieutenant Hospitalized, Suspect Dead After Shooting Outside Queens Nightclub
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Storm Topples Large Tree Onto Car In Jackson Heights, Queens; Hollis Residents Remain Mindful Of Prior Storm Devastation
Queens residents still picking up the pieces from Ida were anxious to avoid a repeat of that storm. Thankfully, most were spared Tuesday, but one man woke up to significant damage to his car.
Residents Displaced After SUV Smashes Into Queens Home; Charges Pending Against Driver, NYPD Says
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Queens Residents Implore President Biden To Help With Long-Term Change To Prevent Future Severe Storm Destruction
Biden's trip to East Elmhurst centered on an alley near 87th Street that was inundated with seven feet of water.
President Biden Approves Major Disaster Declaration In Parts Of New York And New Jersey, Authorizing Federal Aid For Storm Victims
President Biden signed a declaration to pump out federal funds to the local level, which will help New Yorkers in dire need.
New York City Opens Storm Service Centers In All 5 Boroughs To Assist Ida Victims
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More Resources Made Available For New Yorkers Cleaning Up From Flooding, Damage Caused By Ida's Remnants
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Ida Death Toll: More Than 3 Dozen People Killed When Flood Waters Sweep Tri-State; De Blasio Announces New Storm Evacuation Plan
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Man Shot In Stomach After Apparent Road Rage Incident In Queens
Police say the victim got out of his car and walked over to another car, and the suspect pulled out a gun and opened fire.
2 Wounded In Shooting Outside Gentleman's Club In Queens
Police said a group of men got into a dispute outside the club. A 25-year-old was shot in the right arm, and a 32-year-old was shot in the leg.
Police Investigating Vandalism, Tire Slashings In Queens Neighborhood
The NYPD says the vandals spray-painted symbols of hate on a home on 63rd Street in Woodside on Tuesday night. A red car outside was also spray-painted and had its tires slashed.
Mother Danezja Kilpatrick Charged With Murder After Twins Dallis And Dakota Bentley Found Dead In Queens Apartment
Danezja Kilpatrick was charged in the murders of her 46-day-old twins Dakota and Dallis Bentley.
Newborn Twins Dakota and Dallis Bentley Found Dead In Queens, Mother In Custody
The mother's cousin told police the mother did not sound right when they spoke on the phone and requested a wellness check for the babies.
Wedding With Nearly 300 People Busted At Queens Venue, Chinatown Karaoke Bar Shut Down For Violations
Investigators say there were nearly 300 people inside, celebrating a wedding, when officers arrived just before midnight.
Queens Boulevard Construction Goes Underground To Save Time And Eyesore
Driving along Queens Boulevard, you'll notice the construction work on the side of the bus roadway, but you'll likely have no idea what's going on right below you.
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8 adults, 1 teenager injured in drive-by shooting in Newark
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Monkeypox patient: "I've had COVID. This was way worse."
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Lawsuit filed by parents of Gabby Petito will move forward
A Florida judge denied a motion to dismiss the case Thursday.
Lawmakers in Albany working on gun legislation
The Supreme Court ruled guns could be banned in "sensitive places," but it wasn't clear about what locations qualify.
LGBTQ+ senior center spreads pride in life, love in Harlem
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U.S. Justice Department investigating NYPD's Special Victims Unit
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Gov. Phil Murphy approves largest budget in N.J. history
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Monkeypox patient: "I've had COVID. This was way worse."
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LGBTQ+ senior center spreads pride in life, love in Harlem
Two women found love volunteering together at their neighborhood community center for LGBTQ+ elders.
U.S. Justice Department investigating NYPD's Special Victims Unit
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FBI searching for "CryptoQueen" Ruja Ignatova
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Holocaust exhibit presents history through personal stories
There's a renewed focus on the Holocaust amid a rash of hate speech and hate crimes.
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AAA: Record number of travelers expected over July 4 weekend
According to FlightAware, more than 2,300 flights into or within the U.S. were delayed by Thursday afternoon.
Tri-State Area joins effort to boost offshore wind industry
The president aims to be able to power 10 million homes with wind energy by 2030.
Investigators say 6-year-old burned Bridgeport boy was not intentionally set on fire
Officials say there's no evidence any of the children deliberately hurt one another.
Conn. woman dies after being infected with tickborne virus
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For first time ever, average gas prices in New York hits $5
Drivers across the Tri-State Area continue to feel the squeeze at the pump.
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Gov. Phil Murphy approves largest budget in N.J. history
Murphy says this budget makes New Jersey more affordable.
8 adults, 1 teenager injured in drive-by shooting in Newark
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AAA: Record number of travelers expected over July 4 weekend
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Jersey City Fire Department adds 2 new companies
They're the first additions since 1937, and are needed to keep up with Jersey City's growing population.
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Lawsuit filed by parents of Gabby Petito will move forward
A Florida judge denied a motion to dismiss the case Thursday.
Jacobi Medical Center working on initiatives to combat gun violence
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Suffolk Co. announces 5 mph boating speed zones for holiday
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Ketanji Brown Jackson officially becomes first Black woman on Supreme Court
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The program have the capacity to perform 6,000 tests and dispense 600 treatments a day.
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Jimmy Awards honor high school musical theater performers
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Mary Mara, "ER" and "Law & Order" actress, dies at 61 in apparent drowning
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Lawsuit filed against Brian Laundrie's parents can proceed
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CBS2's Lisa Rozner spoke to a man who is in isolation with monkeypox right now, and he has advice for others who could be exposed.
