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Deed Theft in Southeast Queens: A Growing Threat to Community Wealth
Deed theft has become a serious and persistent issue in minority communities including Southeast Queens, quietly stripping homeowners—often without their knowledge—of properties they have spent decades paying off. While...
Business Spotlight
NYC’s Minority-Owned Businesses Are Growing in Number—But Locked Out of Real Economic Power
Minority-owned businesses in New York City are often held up as a success story of resilience and entrepreneurship. The numbers, at first glance, support...
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Power or Powder Keg? Lithium Battery Storage Fires Spark Safety Fears and Liability Questions
The push for clean energy is accelerating—but so are concerns about the safety of lithium battery storage systems being placed in communities across the...
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The Hidden Tax Burden: How Property Taxes Hit Black & Brown Communities Harder Nationwide
Across the United States, a growing body of research shows that homeowners in predominantly Black and Brown communities are paying disproportionately higher property taxes...
Local News
Deputy Speaker Dr. Nantasha Williams Highlights Investment, Accountability, and Community Partnership at State of the District Address
SOUTHEAST QUEENS — New York City Council Deputy Speaker Dr. Nantasha Williams delivered her State of the District address before a well-attended audience of...
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NYS Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus Weekend Returns to Albany
As lawmakers, advocates, and community leaders prepare to gather in Albany from February 13–15, 2026, the 55th annual New York State Association of Black,...
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What Happens When the Homes Built for Our Children Become Too Expensive for Them?
In Southeast Queens, homeownership has long been more than a financial milestone—it’s a living record of Black upward mobility in New York City. Families...
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MTA Fare Increases Take Effect Sunday January 4, 2026
New York City commuters will pay more to ride subways, buses, and commuter rails starting Sunday, January 4, 2026, as the Metropolitan Transportation Authority...
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Southeast Queens Under NYC’s New Mayor: Promises, Policy, and What’s Next
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City’s mayor on January 1, 2026, making history as the city’s first Muslim and youngest mayor...
Holiday
Happy New Year from SEQNews — Onward to 2026
As we step into 2026, SEQNews wants to thank our readers, supporters, and community members who engaged with us throughout 2025. Last year was...
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New York City Braces for Major Snowstorm With Multiple Days of Winter Weather
New York City and the surrounding Tri-State area are preparing for a significant winter storm that could bring several days of snow and travel...