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NYC politics
fromThe Marshall Project
1 day ago

In New York City, Mamdani's New Appointee Talks About Reimagining Public Safety

New York City establishes the Office of Community Safety to enhance crime prevention and support services under Mayor Mamdani's leadership.
fromCity Limits
2 months ago
New York Islanders

Opinion: A Safer New York Starts With Community, Not Incarceration

New York must prioritize affordable housing, services, and scaled alternatives to incarceration so jail becomes a last resort and safety relies on support, not punishment.
NYC politics
fromThe Marshall Project
1 day ago

In New York City, Mamdani's New Appointee Talks About Reimagining Public Safety

New York City establishes the Office of Community Safety to enhance crime prevention and support services under Mayor Mamdani's leadership.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
11 hours ago

Suspect Sought After 68-Year-Old Punched Near Barclays Center

A 68-year-old man was seriously injured in a street attack in Brooklyn, with the suspect remaining unidentified.
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Gravesend Homeless Shelter Moves Forward Despite Protest

Demolition of a proposed men's shelter in Brooklyn resumes under Mayor Mamdani, despite ongoing protests and calls for affordable housing alternatives.
Brooklyn
fromNy1
5 days ago

4 arrested in corruption probe linked to NYC shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for alleged bribery and misuse of city funds for homeless shelters.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
3 hours ago

Brooklyn double shooting: Two men in critical condition, person of interest questioned | amNewYork

Two men were shot in Brooklyn on Easter Sunday, leaving them in critical condition, while police investigate a person of interest.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

Gunman accused of killing Brooklyn baby girl told cops he was aiming at her dad: documents

A gunman confessed to targeting a baby's father during a shooting that killed the infant, a claim the mother vehemently denied.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
11 hours ago

Suspect Sought After 68-Year-Old Punched Near Barclays Center

A 68-year-old man was seriously injured in a street attack in Brooklyn, with the suspect remaining unidentified.
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Gravesend Homeless Shelter Moves Forward Despite Protest

Demolition of a proposed men's shelter in Brooklyn resumes under Mayor Mamdani, despite ongoing protests and calls for affordable housing alternatives.
Brooklyn
fromNy1
5 days ago

4 arrested in corruption probe linked to NYC shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for alleged bribery and misuse of city funds for homeless shelters.
SF parents
fromCalifornia Post
12 hours ago

Disturbing twist after sicko allegedly recorded families with spy cameras at rental mansion

A man was released on bail after facing felony charges for possessing child sexual abuse material and secretly recording guests at his rental property.
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
7 hours ago

Alameda Co. resolution seeks to block former Dublin prison to be used as ICE detention facility

Alameda County is voting to prevent the former Dublin women's prison from becoming an ICE detention facility.
fromIndependent
23 hours ago

Brenda Power: Botox behind bars and no jail terms for financial crime - radical ways to shake up our broken prison system

A detective garda who brutally assaulted his wife in front of their young children walked free from court without a custodial sentence, raising serious concerns about justice.
Law
#nypd
Mental health
fromHoodline
11 hours ago

NYPD Head Therapist Resigns Amid Moonlighting Probe

NYPD's mental health official resigned after allegations of billing for hours not worked while moonlighting out of state.
NYC parents
fromNBC New York
23 hours ago

NYPD searching for young sisters from Coney Island

NYPD is searching for two missing sisters, Jerzayah and Jeliyeh Singleton, last seen leaving their Coney Island home.
New York City
fromHoodline
14 hours ago

Williamsburg Officer Hurt in Hit-and-Run on Broadway

An NYPD officer was injured in a hit-and-run incident involving a white Infiniti in Williamsburg, with the driver fleeing the scene.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Manhattan shoplifting suspect dies after medical emergency in police custody while being booked: sources | amNewYork

Vincent Thoms, 51, died after a medical emergency while being processed at Central Booking in Manhattan for alleged shoplifting.
Mental health
fromHoodline
11 hours ago

NYPD Head Therapist Resigns Amid Moonlighting Probe

NYPD's mental health official resigned after allegations of billing for hours not worked while moonlighting out of state.
NYC parents
fromNBC New York
23 hours ago

NYPD searching for young sisters from Coney Island

NYPD is searching for two missing sisters, Jerzayah and Jeliyeh Singleton, last seen leaving their Coney Island home.
New York City
fromHoodline
14 hours ago

Williamsburg Officer Hurt in Hit-and-Run on Broadway

An NYPD officer was injured in a hit-and-run incident involving a white Infiniti in Williamsburg, with the driver fleeing the scene.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Manhattan shoplifting suspect dies after medical emergency in police custody while being booked: sources | amNewYork

Vincent Thoms, 51, died after a medical emergency while being processed at Central Booking in Manhattan for alleged shoplifting.
fromFOX 5 New York
20 hours ago

Thieves target luxury cars in Hell's Kitchen garage, 1 crashes nearby

According to police, the incident occurred just before 6 a.m. at a garage on West 43rd Street near the West Side Highway. Four men entered the garage around 5:45 a.m. and attempted to steal several luxury cars, including a blue McLaren sports car and a black Mercedes‑Benz G‑Wagon.
Upper West Side
#gang-violence
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Alleged Lower East Side gang members indicted for multiple shootings over two-year period amid war with rivals | amNewYork

Seven alleged gang members were indicted for firearms and murder schemes, linked to multiple shootings in Manhattan's Lower East Side.
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Alleged Lower East Side gang members indicted for multiple shootings over two-year period amid war with rivals | amNewYork

Seven alleged gang members were indicted for firearms and murder schemes, linked to multiple shootings in Manhattan's Lower East Side.
#immigration
Chicago
fromTruthout
21 hours ago

ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics

Federal immigration agents continue to operate in Chicago, impacting communities despite a reduction in visible presence since last fall.
Law
fromURL Media
4 days ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
Chicago
fromTruthout
21 hours ago

ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics

Federal immigration agents continue to operate in Chicago, impacting communities despite a reduction in visible presence since last fall.
Law
fromURL Media
4 days ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
fromFast Company
20 hours ago

Why AI-powered city cameras are sounding new privacy alarms

The expansion of automatic license plate readers as a source of deep concern is evident as government authorities seek ways to target immigrant and transgender communities.
Privacy technologies
LGBT
fromGothamist
1 day ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
#new-york-city
fromSFGATE
2 days ago
NYC real estate

Photos of New York City tenants who hope the mayor makes headway in his crackdown on 'bad landlords'

NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Photos of New York City tenants who hope the mayor makes headway in his crackdown on 'bad landlords'

Frustrated New York City renters face challenges with bad landlords, mold, pests, and accessibility issues.
NYC politics
fromDailywire
1 week ago

Deciphering New York's Persistent Violence And Public Disorder

New York City crime data shows a decline in gun violence but overall crime remains above pre-pandemic levels.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
Washington DC
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

They Had to Clean Solitary Cells. What They Saw Forced Them to Quit.

Solitary confinement work is demoralizing and involves invasive strip searches, contributing to severe mental health issues among incarcerated individuals.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

Increased representation of Black judges leads to fairer judicial outcomes and reduces racial disparities in sentencing.
SF politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

CA Should Send Prisoners Home Instead of Spending Millions on New Facilities

California's prison reform focuses on expensive new facilities rather than effective rehabilitation, with minimal budget allocation for actual rehabilitation programs.
#rikers-island
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Rikers Island inmate dies in custody at Elmhurst Hospital on Sunday | amNewYork

Another inmate died after being transferred from Rikers Island to a hospital, raising concerns about medical care and conditions at the facility.
Brooklyn
fromCity & State NY
6 days ago

Where does each borough-based jail project stand?

Rikers Island is set to be replaced by four borough-based jails, but the project is over budget and behind schedule.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Man dies in custody at Rikers Island jail, officials say

A 39-year-old man died in custody at Rikers Island, prompting calls for accountability and the urgent need to close the facility.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
Public health

Op-Ed | NYC needs a new understanding of community safety that only starts by closing Rikers amNewYork

NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Rikers Island inmate dies in custody at Elmhurst Hospital on Sunday | amNewYork

Another inmate died after being transferred from Rikers Island to a hospital, raising concerns about medical care and conditions at the facility.
Brooklyn
fromCity & State NY
6 days ago

Where does each borough-based jail project stand?

Rikers Island is set to be replaced by four borough-based jails, but the project is over budget and behind schedule.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Man dies in custody at Rikers Island jail, officials say

A 39-year-old man died in custody at Rikers Island, prompting calls for accountability and the urgent need to close the facility.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
Public health

Op-Ed | NYC needs a new understanding of community safety that only starts by closing Rikers amNewYork

Boston
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Former NYPD sergeant turned contractor charged in alleged bribery scheme

A former NYPD sergeant was arrested on bribery and conspiracy charges related to city contracts awarded to his security company.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

We're Living in Horrible Conditions for Meaningful Dissent

The repeated imagery of war has desensitized the public, lowering political stakes and altering perceptions of conflict.
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago

Mamdani pledged affordable New York housing in his campaign. How is that going?

Mamdani's appeal against expanding housing vouchers contradicts his campaign pledge, angering advocates amid a homelessness crisis and budget deficit.
New York City
fromHoodline
11 hours ago

Jackson Heights Groping: NYPD Seeks Tips

A woman was groped at a subway station in Queens, prompting an NYPD investigation and a reward for information leading to an arrest.
fromShore News Network - The Latest Breaking, Viral and Trending News
2 days ago

Federal judge allows parts of discrimination lawsuit against NYC agency to proceed

The lawsuit was filed by Deshanae L. Brown, who alleges she was subjected to discrimination based on her race, sex, and disability, citing violations of federal and state laws including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Law
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
2 days ago

Triple Header for Privacy's Defender in New York

"Privacy's Defender is a compelling account of a life well lived and an inspiring call to action for the next generation of civil liberties champions." ~Edward Snowden, whistleblower; author of Permanent Record
Privacy technologies
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Death of refugee left in parking lot by Border Patrol ruled a homicide

Shah Alam was 'a blind man who could not speak English and left outside a closed Tim Hortons coffee shop completely defenseless against the bitter cold February night by Donald Trump's Department of Homeland Security,' New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said. 'Every individual involved in the death of Mr. Shah Alam must be held fully accountable.'
US news
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

The Horrifying Secret of the Child Detention Center We Shared as Detainee and Warden

The Cheltenham Youth Detention Center has a troubling history of racial segregation and a lack of memorial for children who died in custody.
fromHoodline
13 hours ago

Man Killed in Hit-and-Run in Soundview, Bronx

The victim was found in the roadway with trauma to his body and severe head injuries, and EMS transported him to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
New York City
#bronx
NYC parents
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Bronx Video Shows Teen Stomped in Face at Oval Park

A teenage girl was violently attacked by a group of teens in a Bronx park, raising safety concerns in the community.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

NYPD detectives probing Bronx murder seeking doorbell camera video end up with confession instead

A 21-year-old man was fatally shot in the Bronx, and the suspect confessed to the crime when approached by police.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Two Bronx shootings in one hour leave pair of men dead as borough continues to be rocked by gun violence in 2026 | amNewYork

Two men were shot dead in separate incidents in the Bronx on April 2, 2026.
NYC parents
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Bronx Video Shows Teen Stomped in Face at Oval Park

A teenage girl was violently attacked by a group of teens in a Bronx park, raising safety concerns in the community.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

NYPD detectives probing Bronx murder seeking doorbell camera video end up with confession instead

A 21-year-old man was fatally shot in the Bronx, and the suspect confessed to the crime when approached by police.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Two Bronx shootings in one hour leave pair of men dead as borough continues to be rocked by gun violence in 2026 | amNewYork

Two men were shot dead in separate incidents in the Bronx on April 2, 2026.
#corruption
fromCity Limits
2 days ago
NYC politics

Councilmember Investigated Over Possible Bribes In Shelter Contracting, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
1 day ago

The Daily Dirt: Is corruption alive and well in New York?

Two major corruption scandals in New York City involve bribery in construction approvals and embezzlement from a nonprofit organization.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

Councilmember Investigated Over Possible Bribes In Shelter Contracting, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Councilmember Farah Louis is under federal investigation for allegedly steering shelter contracts in exchange for benefits.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
5 days ago

Federal investigation targets NYC council member and sister over shelter deals

Federal authorities are investigating New York City Council member Farah Louis and her sister for possible corruption related to city contracts for migrant shelters.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
#immigration-enforcement
#ice
fromNew York Daily News
1 week ago
US politics

ICE's flawed justification for courthouse arrests sparks demand to free those detained

ICE provided false information to justify mass arrests at immigration courts, leading to demands for the release of those detained.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

New Yorkers ask What are ICE agents doing?' at airports as elected officials demand removal | amNewYork

ICE agents deployed at New York airports face public outrage and criticism for their presence and actions.
US politics
fromNew York Daily News
1 week ago

ICE's flawed justification for courthouse arrests sparks demand to free those detained

ICE provided false information to justify mass arrests at immigration courts, leading to demands for the release of those detained.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

New Yorkers ask What are ICE agents doing?' at airports as elected officials demand removal | amNewYork

ICE agents deployed at New York airports face public outrage and criticism for their presence and actions.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
#new-york
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

State Bill Would Stop Highway Expansions Near Vulnerable New Yorkers - Streetsblog New York City

New York State will halt highway expansions near public housing and asthma hotspots to protect vulnerable communities from pollution.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Cooperation with ICE emerges as sticking point in New York immigration bill

New York lawmakers are negotiating police information sharing with federal immigration authorities regarding undocumented immigrants convicted of crimes.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

State Bill Would Stop Highway Expansions Near Vulnerable New Yorkers - Streetsblog New York City

New York State will halt highway expansions near public housing and asthma hotspots to protect vulnerable communities from pollution.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Cooperation with ICE emerges as sticking point in New York immigration bill

New York lawmakers are negotiating police information sharing with federal immigration authorities regarding undocumented immigrants convicted of crimes.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
2 days ago

Brooklyn mother says new apartment in East New York is in desperate need of repairs

A Brooklyn mother faces unaddressed repair issues in her new apartment, prompting her to reconsider moving in.
NYC parents
fromQNS
2 days ago

CM Won, education advocates rally against relocation of migrant families from LIC shelter - QNS

Community advocates rally against converting a family shelter into a site for single men, fearing displacement of families and disruption of children's education.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Luigi Mangione to appear in New York court in effort to postpone federal trial

Luigi Mangione seeks to postpone his federal trial due to overlapping state trial preparations and constitutional rights concerns.
New York City
fromPBS News
2 days ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Tenants face challenges identifying landlords due to corporate ownership structures, complicating accountability and enforcement of housing laws.
#murder
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
2 days ago

Man charged with murder in shooting death of 7-month-old baby

A man has been charged with multiple counts of murder in the fatal shooting of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore in Brooklyn.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC man is charged with killing his wife. Her family says NYPD failed to protect her.

A Bronx man was arrested for the murder of a woman who had previously reported threats against her life.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
2 days ago

Man charged with murder in shooting death of 7-month-old baby

A man has been charged with multiple counts of murder in the fatal shooting of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore in Brooklyn.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC man is charged with killing his wife. Her family says NYPD failed to protect her.

A Bronx man was arrested for the murder of a woman who had previously reported threats against her life.
NYC parents
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Feds Storm NYC Councilmember's Home, Seize Devices in Pre-Dawn Raid

Federal agents raided the homes of Councilmember Farah Louis and her sister as part of a corruption investigation into migrant shelter contracts.
fromInvestigative Post
2 days ago

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.
NYC politics
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Nonprofit at the center of federal corruption probe still has a $94M city contract

BHRAGS Home Care Corp faces federal bribery and embezzlement charges while holding a $94 million city contract set to begin this summer.
New York City
fromwww.cnn.com
2 days ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans an April rally to mark his first 100 days in office

Mayor Zohran Mamdani will host a rally to mark 100 days in office, reflecting on accomplishments and addressing budget challenges.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
3 days ago

Feds broke down NYC Council member's door in predawn raid

Federal investigators raided the homes of New York City Council Member Farah Louis and her sister as part of a bribery and fraud investigation.
#nyc-community-boards
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
New York City
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani launched hearings for renters to voice complaints directly to housing officials, addressing issues like mold and landlord accountability.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 days ago

New Yorkers stopped composting after city stopped giving them fines, report shows

Enforcement of composting fines in New York City has decreased, leading to a significant drop in compost collection since 2025.
New York City
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

Zohran Mamdani's Pick to Help "Fundamentally Change" the Way New Yorkers Relate to City Government

Tascha Van Auken aims to transform New Yorkers' relationship with city government through the Mayor's Office of Mass Engagement.
Law
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

'No accountability': NYC immigration courts close to the public, lawsuit claims

Federal immigration courts in New York City have systematically blocked public observation for a year, violating federal regulations and constitutional protections through unwritten, arbitrary rules.
NYC politics
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
4 days ago

Lawyers for NYC Palestinian activist targeted in firebomb plot call for broader probe - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Lawyers for Nerdeen Kiswani seek justice beyond the arrested suspect, highlighting broader threats against her as a pro-Palestinian activist.
NYC politics
fromAlgemeiner.com
5 days ago

New York's Bruce Blakeman Vows to Protect Jews, Combat Anti-Israel Policies if Elected Governor

Bruce Blakeman emphasizes law-and-order policies to combat antisemitism and protect the Jewish community in New York as he campaigns for governor.
#prison-reform
Law
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

New York Courts unveils program to help inmates find representation to sue the state | amNewYork

New York's court system is launching a pilot program connecting incarcerated people with lawyers to pursue civil claims against the state, addressing the barrier of self-representation without legal resources.
US news
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

A Criminal-Justice Activist's Baffling Crime

Prison-reform activist Alexander Friedmann was arrested for secretly smuggling weapons and tools into Nashville's new jail during construction, despite his prominent reputation in criminal-justice reform circles.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Mamdani plows ahead with NYC homeless shelter construction this week - despite mass protests

Construction of a controversial homeless shelter in Brooklyn will begin despite significant protests from local residents.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 week ago

Video shows MDC Brooklyn inmates 'fishing' for contraband through window

Inmates at MDC Brooklyn attempted a contraband smuggling scheme using a rope and cellphone instructions from convicted killer Taxstone.
Law
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn prosecutors say officers violated a victim's civil rights

Federal prosecutors charged law enforcement defendants with committing multiple criminal acts that violated a vulnerable victim's civil rights in response to a 311 prostitution complaint.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Department of Correction pushes for more staff, overtime in $1.4B budget as advocates call for downsize in borough-based jails move | amNewYork

Improving jail safety requires more resources, but advocates argue for efficient staff deployment and funding alternatives to incarceration instead.
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

NYC is looking to hire a 'jails czar' to help close Rikers

The high-ranking role comes with a $180,000 to $230,000 salary, the listing states, and "will serve as a trusted advisor to the mayor, first deputy mayor, and the administration's senior leadership on all matters related to the closing of Rikers."
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Correction officer accused of sexually assaulting Brooklyn inmate released on bond | amNewYork

According to prosecutors, he forced a male detainee to perform oral sex on him on two occasions and attempted to have penetrative sex with him. Johnson faces two counts related to the alleged assaults and a third accusing him of lying to federal agents about the incidents after his DNA was found on the victim's prison jumpsuit.
Brooklyn
US news
fromGothamist
1 month ago

NY prisons still staffed by National Guard amid ongoing vacancies a year after strike

New York's prison system maintains 4,600 unfilled corrections officer positions despite recruitment efforts, requiring continued deployment of 3,000 National Guard troops at a cost exceeding $1 billion.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Former NYC probation commissioner faces investigation, sources say

Former NYC Probation Commissioner Juanita Holmes faces criminal investigation by Manhattan DA following referral from Department of Investigation over allegations of nepotism, retaliation, and misconduct during her tenure.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | New York's promise: Justice with the door kept open amNewYork

Mayor Adams' veto of Intro 1297 prevents strengthened legal pathways for survivors of gender-motivated violence to seek accountability, undermining access to justice.
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