Teen killed, child hurt in hit-and-run outside Queens school on last day of classes - New York news - NewsLocker (2024)

A teenage girl was killed and a younger child was hurt in a hit-and-run incident outside of a Queens school on the last day of classes, according to law enforcement sources.

Siena basketball's Shoats ready to make leap to Division I level

After starting his college basketball career at the Division II level, Justice Shoats will play Division I basketball for Siena and coach Gerry McNamara.

Photos: Filipino Day Grand Parade celebrates independence

Events in Albany's Washington Park marked the 126th anniversary of the independence of the Philippines

‘Todd vs. Titanic’ buoyant with humor, smarts at Adirondack Theatre Fest

“Todd vs. the Titanic,” a solo show from creators of “Murder for Two,” offers smarts, humor and darkness at Adirondack Theatre Festival

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Lost for nearly 40 years, Teddy Roosevelt's pocket watch returned to New York historic site

A pocket watch gifted to President Theodore Roosevelt went missing while on loan from a historic site in Long Island. A Florida auctioneer found it nearly 40 years later.

13-Year-Old Boy Shot and Killed by Police After Chase

Officers in Utica, N.Y., believed the boy had brandished a handgun. The police chief said on Saturday that it was a pellet gun.

Long Island Man Charged in Crash That Killed Four People at Nail Salon

The police say the man was driving while intoxicated and ran his S.U.V. into the salon, killing four people and injuring nine. His own injuries were not life-threatening.

Musician Paul Spring on his canoe tour down the Hudson River

The singer-songwriter embarked on a 12-day canoe tour from Hudson to Manhattan to promote his new album, “River Flows Two Ways.”

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Churchill: Public should have been told about alleged abduction and rape

The most plausible explanation: Chief Eric Hawkins made the wrong call.

Review: Enjoyable 'Cosi Fan Tutte' staged by Opera Saratoga

Review: An enjoyable, touching "Cosi Fan Tutte" was staged by Opera Saratoga Friday night.

State Military Museum opens exhibit dedicated to the nuclear Navy

The new exhibit emphasizes the contributions of General Electric, the Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, and the Kesselring site.

Photos: Troy High School graduation ceremonies

Troy High School Class of 2024 graduated Friday during the school’s 165th commencement ceremony at Hudson Valley Community College.

Albany County DA Soares remains silent after primary defeat

Albany County District Attorney David Soares has not spoken publicly since losing the Democratic primary on Tuesday to defense attorney Lee Kindlon.

7 Deaths, 5 Hours: Drug Overdoses Surge in Western New York

Rising cocaine use and a drug supply tainted by fentanyl have become a deadly combination in Erie County, which includes Buffalo.

4 Killed After Minivan Crashes Into Long Island Nail Salon

Officials did not immediately say what caused the crash, in Deer Park. Nine people were also injured.

14-year-old charged in Friday South End shooting, police say

Prosecutors have charged a 14-year-old male in connection with a Friday shooting of another teenager in Albany's South End neighborhood, police say.

Paul Sperry, Tenor Who Specialized in American Song, Dies at 90

He carved out a niche by singing songs by living composers from his own country, and was praised by critics at home and abroad.

Saratoga Springs High School students honor Anthony Stefanacci at graduation

Stefanacci was honored with a memorial seat and purple and teal ribbons at the June 26 graduation.

Incoming freshman Lindsey wants to help lead UAlbany men's basketball

Freshman guardAmir Lindsey wants to make an immediate impact for coach Dwayne Killings’ UAlbany men’s basketball team.

N.Y. Democrats rally around President Biden after debate missteps

New York Democrats pledged their support for President Joe Biden after his missteps in the presidential debate against former President Donald J. Trump

Reopen N.Y.C. Libraries on Sundays? Yes. Free 3-K for All? Not Quite.

Mayor Eric Adams and the City Council reached a $112 billion budget deal that restored some unpopular cuts to key programs.

CDTA leader Carm Basile will retire at year's end

CDTA leader Carm Basile has said he will retire at year's end. He guided the Capital Region's mass transit system through many changes including pandemic

Troy mayor's office mum on work status of city comptroller

A week after Dylan Spring walked out of a meeting, Troy MayorCarmella Mantello’s office and other officials will not say if he still works as city comptroller.

Oscar Mayer's Wienermobile spreads hotdog-shaped smiles in the Capital Region

Oscar Mayer’s “hotdoggers” brought the Wienermobile to three Capital Region Market 32s.

Oscar Mayer's Weinermobile spreads hotdog-shaped smiles in the Capital Region

Oscar Mayer's "hotdoggers" brought the Weinermobile to three Capital Region Market 32s.

Why More Older New Yorkers Are Ending Up in Homeless Shelters

The number of people older than 65 who are living in shelters is growing quickly, in an unheralded sign of New York City’s affordable housing crisis.

Photos: Bethlehem Class of 2024 graduates

Commencement ceremonies took place at the MVP Arena on Thursday

Mikhail Baryshnikov on Leaving Everything Behind

Fifty years ago, Baryshnikov defected from the Soviet Union. He discusses that day, the war in Ukraine and the challenges facing Russian artists today.

Mother, daughter recount harrowing scene at Route 7 crash

Mother says actions of well-intentioned 11-year-old a “teachable moment.”

SEEN: Albany Symphony Orchestra's Summer Soiree

Albany Symphony Orchestra's Summer Soiree honored long-time board member and supporter of the Albany Symphony Steve Lobel.