Assembly member Jessica González-Rojas Archives – QNS

Venezuelans gather outside federal court in Manhattan on Monday during the arraignment of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Photo by Dean Moses.

Jackson Heights

Queens electeds, Venezuelan community share mixed reactions to Maduro arrest

By Shane O’Brien

González-Rojas speaks at a campaign event at A Child's Place, where she called for a statewide commitment to universal childcare. Photo by Shane O'Brien.

Politics

González-Rojas launches ‘New Deal for Families,’ calls for statewide commitment to universal childcare

By Shane O’Brien

The race to succeed U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez in the 7th Congressional District is one of several Queens races to keep an eye on in 2026. Courtesy of Nydia Velázquez

Politics

Races to watch in 2026 that could alter political landscape in Queens

By Shane O’Brien

Amazon workers and Teamsters representatives rally at DBK1 in Woodside. Photo by Shane O'Brien.

Woodside

Amazon workers and Teamsters rally at Woodside warehouse for union recognition

By Shane O’Brien

Brian Romero alongside Assembly Members Catalina Cruz and Jessica González-Rojas at Monday's kickoff event. Photo courtesy of Brian Romero.

Astoria

Former González-Rojas chief of staff Brian Romero holds kickoff event for Assembly District 34 campaign

By Shane O’Brien

Kam Rai Thai serves guests at the fourth annual International Food Expo. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud.

Corona

Hundreds attend annual International Food Expo at New York Hall of Science

By Shane O’Brien and Ramy Mahmoud

Cyclists along 31st Street in Astoria. The DOT has proposed installing protected bike lanes on each side of the corridor.

Astoria

Judge orders DOT to halt plan for protected bike lane on 31st Street in Astoria

By Shane O’Brien

Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Jackson Heights resident celebrate the co-naming of 34th Avenue as Paseo Park. Photo by Gerardo Romo / NYC Council Media Unit.

Jackson Heights

Elected officials, community orgs gather for co-naming of Jackson Heights’ 34th Avenue as ‘Paseo Park’

By Shane O’Brien

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Politics

AOC and Velázquez endorse González-Rojas in bid for Senate District 13

By Shane O’Brien

Brian Romero is running to succeed Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas in the 34th Assembly District. Photo via Brian Romero.

Politics

Former Gonzalez-Rojas chief of staff Brian Romero seeks to succeed her in Assembly District 34

By Shane O’Brien

Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas poses with staff members and volunteers at the Corona backpack giveaway. Photo courtesy of Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas.

News

González-Rojas announces distribution of more than 2,500 free backpacks in western Queens

By Shane O’Brien

Cyclists along 31st Street in Astoria. The DOT has proposed installing protected bike lanes on each side of the corridor.

Politics

Elected officials outline continued support for 31st Street protected bike lanes in Astoria

By Shane O’Brien

Richards and Mamdani at Friday's endorsement event in Richmond Hill. Photo: Lloyd Mitchell.

Politics

BP Richards endorses Mamdani, draws mixed reaction from elected officials across Queens

By Shane O’Brien

Politics

González-Rojas files to run against Ramos for western Queens state Senate seat, touts ‘bold leadership’

By Shane O’Brien

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Politics

Queens lawmakers denounce Supreme Court ruling on Trump’s birthright citizenship order

By Shane O’Brien

Astoria

Western Queens lawmakers back DOT’s 31st Street bike lane redesign

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Politics

González-Rojas bill eliminates out-of-pocket costs for asthma inhalers

By Shane O’Brien

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Politics

González-Rojas calls Trump a ‘fascist’ over federal response to anti-ICE demonstrations

By Shane O’Brien

Astoria

Advocates push for speed limiter law as Queens drivers rack up hundreds of school zone tickets

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News

Planned mental health center for youth in East Elmhurst sparks fear, misinformation and pushback

By Shane O’Brien

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Politics

González-Rojas heralds inclusion of universal school meals in historic state budget win

By Shane O’Brien

Astoria

Astoria street co-named for Elizabeth White Marcum, mother of former Council Member Van Bramer

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Politics

González-Rojas pushes for ‘Speak Your Truth Act’ to shield survivors from defamation suits

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Jackson Heights

González-Rojas joins lawmakers and anti-hunger groups to call on Albany to address food insecurity

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