Manhattan judge orders release of 16 Rikers inmates, ruling COVID-19 violates due process rights
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“This ruling is a substantial step forward towards getting our clients off Rikers Island out of harm’s way.”
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Jet Quinnen Williams’ gun case adjourned for future date
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New York Jet Quinnen Williams’ gun possession case in Queens Criminal Court was administratively adjourned for a later date, his attorney said.
Read MoreState’s new hate crime hotline combats coronavirus racism
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“These incessant, irresponsible, and atrocious naming of COVID-19 as the ‘Chinese virus’ or ‘Wuhan virus’ is endangering the lives of Asian Americans.”
Read MoreQueens Assembly candidates urge lawmakers to demand speedy jail release
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“None have publicly called on the three people with the power to enact the needed policy changes.”
Read MoreThree Queens detainees may be released from jail under city coronavirus plan
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“Taking sensible steps to release vulnerable people serves the public interest in a way mass detention does not.”
Read MoreArraignments continue by video in Queens Criminal Court
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Meetings between defendants and their attorneys will also take place by video.
Read MoreAUBRY: It’s time to ‘HALT’ solitary confinement in New York once and for all
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‘In isolation, people cut their arms, bang their heads against concrete walls, swallow objects and tie sheets around their necks.’
Read MoreActing Queens BP rejects Flushing Creek rezoning in advisory role
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“The scale and scope of the plan will significantly change the landscape of Downtown Flushing.”
Read MoreSwastika found in Queens College bathroom
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“Queens College will not tolerate anti-Semitism or bigotry of any kind.”
Read MoreQueens DA drops case that highlighted issues in NYC mental health intervention
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“I’m excited because it was really starting to stress me out.”
Read MoreSimotas vows to leave Democratic conference if Hiram Monserrate invited
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“I will not sit next to someone who I feel does not respect women.”
Read MorePolice unions give thousands to Long Island Dems pushing bail law change
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“Judges need to be able to make their decisions based on the individual before them.”
Read MoreChief of School Safety returns to NYPD after stint in private sector
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“I decided to come back because it’s more fulfilling than the private sector.”
Read MoreQueens senator proposes more Civil Rights-era cold case investigations
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“Justice must be served.”
Read MoreRockaway pols and police discuss hate crime prevention
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The leaders implemented the forum series after anti-Semitic vandals scrawled symbols of hate at the Silver Gull Beach Club.
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