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Gaming meets travel: JFK Terminal 8 debuts Gameway lounge in time for holiday travelers

Dec. 12, 2024 By Czarinna Andres

Holiday travel just leveled up at JFK Airport.

Travelers passing through John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 8 can now enjoy a cutting-edge gaming experience starting on Monday, Dec. 16, as Gameway opens its first New York location.

The Gameway Ultra lounge, part of a $125 million investment in Terminal 8 by Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, and American Airlines, is designed to elevate the airport experience.

Former Jamaica cop pleads guilty to negligent homicide in Grand Central Parkway construction worker’s death: AG

Former NYPD Officer Tyler Paul pleaded guilty in Queens Supreme Court to criminally negligent homicide and assault for the killing of a highway construction worker while speeding on the Grand Central Parkway in April 2023, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced on Wednesday.

Paul, 25, of Jamaica, was off-duty and driving his personal car at a high rate of speed on the Grand Central Parkway on the morning of April 26, 2023. As he made a lane change from left to right, without signaling and while driving between lanes, Paul struck a vehicle in the right lane.

Council Member Williams introduces bill aimed at strengthening funding for city’s human rights agencies

Dec. 12, 2024 By Athena Dawson

Council Member Nantasha Williams has introduced new legislation aimed at furthering civil rights protections.

CM Robert Holden holds rally outside City Hall alongside e-bike victims and advocates for ‘Priscilla’s Law’

Dec. 11, 2024 By Colum Motherway

Council Member Robert Holden was joined by advocates, victims, and fellow elected officials as they rallied on the steps of City Hall on Wednesday, Dec. 11.

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NYS launches ‘Be Your Own Boss’ campaign to promote licensed professions

Dec. 11, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan

In response to a growing gig economy, the New York State Dept. of State recently launched a new campaign to promote jobs that require a state-issued license.

City Council passes package of flood protection bills authored by Council Member Gennaro

Dec. 11, 2024 By Athena Dawson

The New York City Council passed a package of bills on Thursday, Dec. 5, aimed at addressing increasing flooding issues across the city.

Holocaust survivors and WWII veteran join Eleanor Roosevelt’s great-granddaughter for Human Rights Day commemoration at Queens College

Dec. 11, 2024 By Colum Motherway

The Arts4all Foundation hosted a commemoration event at Queens College in Flushing, on Tuesday, Dec. 10, to mark the 76th anniversary of Human Rights Day and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt’s 140th birthday.

Queens mayoral candidates Ramos and Mamdani pledge rent freeze for stabilized apartments at housing forum

Dec. 11, 2024 By sobrien

Dec. 11. 2024 By Shane O’Brien

Four Queens shelters close as Mayor cites progress in asylum seeker management, but Creedmoor site remains open

Dec. 11, 2024 By Athena Dawson

Mayor Eric Adams announced Tuesday the closure of 25 migrant shelters across New York City and upstate New York, with several facilities in Queens already shut down.

Brooklyn man charged in fatal hit-and-run near JFK after he was pulled over near the scene of the crash months later: NYPD

A Brooklyn man has been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run collision near JFK Airport that killed a Manhattan man in March, as well as for unrelated weapons and driving offenses.

Hutton December, 44, of Watkins Street in Brownsville, was taken into custody on Wednesday, Dec. 4, after a 113th Precinct officer in Jamaica observed him driving a gray GMC van while looking at his cell phone near North Conduit Avenue and Inwood Street in South Jamaica, according to the criminal complaint.

Resorts World NYC celebrates 13 years with holiday festivities and community outreach

Dec. 10, 2024 By Tracey Khan

Resorts World New York City (RWNYC) marked its 13th anniversary with its annual holiday tree lighting ceremony, featuring a 40-foot Christmas tree, Menorah, and Kwanzaa candles. The event highlighted the evolution of RWNYC from a casino into a full-fledged entertainment destination, complete with a hotel, diverse dining options, and community-focused initiatives.

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