Jun. 25, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Queens voters turned out across the borough on Tuesday to cast ballots in one of the most closely watched mayoral primaries in recent memory. From Astoria to Jamaica, residents navigated long lines, scorching temperatures and a crowded field of candidates to make their voices heard. According to preliminary…
Jun. 24, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Council member Shekar Krishnan secured a decisive victory Tuesday night in the Democratic primary for District 25, defeating challenger Ricardo J. Pacheco with more than two-thirds of the vote, according to unofficial results released by the New York City Board of Elections. With 92.55% of scanners reporting, Krishnan…
Apr. 18, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Council Member Selvena Brooks-Powers has joined a growing list of elected Queens Democrats to throw their weight behind former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the upcoming mayoral election. Brooks-Powers, who represents the 31st Council District, including parts of Far Rockaway, Laurelton, and Rosedale, touted Cuomo’s experience as governor as a…