City Must Seek Feedback on Family Justice Centers From DV Survivors

City Must Seek Feedback on Family Justice Centers From DV Survivors

New York City spends millions every year on programs and resources to combat domestic violence and support victims and families. But what do survivors who receive this assistance, mostly women, think of the services we provide them? Are they worthwhile and helpful or are there ways they could be improved?

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After Alleged Cop Slap, Ridgewood Students Defend ‘Heroic’ Guidance Counselor

After Alleged Cop Slap, Ridgewood Students Defend ‘Heroic’ Guidance Counselor

A day after a Ridgewood guidance counselor was charged with allegedly punching a cop while defending an emotionally disturbed students, children and parents at Grover Cleveland High School said they had the educator’s back.

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Transit Advocates To Queens Commuters: We Need Congestion Pricing To Fund Subway

Transit Advocates To Queens Commuters: We Need Congestion Pricing To Fund Subway

A coalition made up of members of the Transportation Alternatives, Riders Alliance and other transit advocacy groups will take to the streets of Brooklyn and Queens today as part of citywide day of action aimed at funding a more reliable subway system.

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Disgraced Assemblymember Pamela Harris Gets 6 Months For Stealing $70K

Disgraced Assemblymember Pamela Harris Gets 6 Months For Stealing $70K

The judge explained that Harris, who grew up in Coney Island, was beaten by her mother with a belt as a teenager and never knew her father. He said that the unexpected death of her only child drove her to live on the streets while worked as a prostitute with a crack cocaine addiction.

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