Detainees stuck on Rikers, report finds
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“When these detainees' right to a speedy resolution of their cases isn't realized, Rikers functions as a de facto prison.”
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New evidence leads to Far Rockaway man’s release from prison
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After serving 26 years in prison for two armed robberies he says he didn’t commit, Breland was released last week. An investigation found he was wrongfully convicted.
Read MoreState settles equitable education suit
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"Every single New Yorker deserves a quality education to succeed in our state, and public schools are a vital component of that opportunity for our children's upward mobility."
Read MoreCourt rules to halt UCS’ vax mandate
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"From day one, we have argued that UCS, as our employer, is compelled by our collective bargaining agreement to negotiate with us.”
Read MoreHousing courts open as COVID cases loom
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“At a time when COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in New York City are increasing, it would imperil the safety of thousands of New Yorkers.”
Read MoreGrand jury declines to prosecute officer who allegedly put man in chokehold
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A Queens grand jury declined to prosecute a former NYPD officer who was accused of putting a man in an illegal chokehold while making an arrest in Far Rockaway last summer.
Read MoreSunnyside lawyer named president of Network of Bar Leaders
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“It has been wonderful to see an exchange of ideas and information and collaboration among different bar associations.”
Read MoreAfter Queens CBs raise concern, Hochul says yes to virtually meetings
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“To require Community Boards to meet in person at this juncture is extremely problematic.”
Read MoreState moves to extend eviction protections
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“Under my watch, here in the State of New York we are not going to exacerbate what is already a crisis.”
Read MoreDe Blasio criticizes courts
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“I would like to hear from the folks who run the courts not their excuses or pointing fingers elsewhere.”
Read MoreMayor appoints three judges to New York City courts
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“I have no doubt that they will continue to champion fairness in our court system as New York City recovers from the pandemic.”
Gun violence felony cases to be expedited by NYC courts
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“This citywide initiative will help ensure that these important cases are resolved as swiftly and effectively as possible.”
Cambria Heights man freed 30 years after being wrongfully convicted
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“I waited a long time to hear those words and when it finally happened, I was speechless.”
Read MoreActivists hold vigil for man who died in prison after being denied parole
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“His good nature character helped countless people behind bars and helped, especially younger people, to turn their lives around and stay focused.”
Read MoreQueens Dems set ballot for Queens Supreme Court election
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Judges Karen Gopee, Michele Titus, Laurentina McKetney Butler, David Kirschner and current Supreme Court Justices Kenneth Holder and Denis Butler will run on the Democratic Party line for Queens Supreme Court in November.
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