Latest News from Cross Bay, NY

An 18-year-old male drowned off Rockaway Beach near Beach 84th Street Wednesday evening, prompting a lifeguard and EMS response to the tragic incident.

NYC DOT announced a $12 million plan for Cross Bay Boulevard safety, implementing traffic calming and enhancements to improve pedestrian safety and reduce vehicle speeds in Queens.

Elected officials and advocates urge Mayor Mamdani to fully fund the Far Rockaway trauma center, citing a $150 million budget gap crucial for Queens residents.

A $15 million multi-phase project has begun on Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens, enhancing pedestrian safety and mitigating vehicle speeds, with phase one concluding in late 2026.

An appellate judge cleared the way for Chanel Lewis, convicted of murdering Howard Beach jogger Karina Vetrano, to press an appeal based on a "racial dragnet" claim.

A Howard Beach house fire Thursday night left two residents injured and one cat rescued. Heavy clutter conditions inside the home delayed FDNY search efforts.

ABC7NY released surveillance video of a near-collision at a Howard Beach intersection, sparking renewed traffic safety concerns at the accident-prone site.

Mayor Eric Adams unveiled a $35 million plan to revitalize the Cross Bay Boulevard waterfront, transforming the Rockaways' gateway and boosting quality of life for Queens residents.

Local leaders criticize the recent repaving of Cross Bay Boulevard, calling it 'abominable' as residents report unsafe road conditions, sparking calls for action.