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Queens Person Dead and Two People Wanted for Alleged Hit-and-Run
Queens Man Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash
A 56-year-old man in Queens has died after a hit-and-run accident.
The incident occurred leaving law enforcement looking for two people.
Police have not released further details.
Queens Residents Seek Community Hub
Residents in Western Queens want to convert an underused city-owned building that could serve as a community hub.
The proposed center is called the Queensborough Peoples Space.
If approved, the space would host arts, social services, and educational programs.
Queens Continues to Grow
Queens is experiencing a population boom.
In 2020, the borough was home to 2.4 million people.
That number is expected to grow by almost 10% over the next decade.
Queens Crime Rate Drops
The crime rate in Queens has dropped significantly over the past two decades.
In 2022, there were 1,500 reported crimes in the borough.
That is a decrease of 50% compared to the year 2000.
Queens Top Destination for Tourists
Queens is a major tourist destination.
The borough is home to several world-renowned museums, including the Museum of the Moving Image and the Queens Museum.
Flushing Meadows Park is also a popular destination for visitors.
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