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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Jail oversight commissioner urges large-scale Rikers release — already a city goal
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“COVID-19 is spreading rapidly at Rikers Island and other local jails, endangering our clients, correction staff and all of New York City.”
Read MoreJet 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 MoreQueens hospital is ground zero for nation’s coronavirus crisis
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“You would see if you walked into Elmhurst, you would see a lot of heroic doctors and nurses who were working very long hours under challenging conditions.”
Read MoreState scouts new hospital sites with goal of one per borough
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“We are actively scouting new locations for temporary hospital sites.”
Read MoreREVIEW: ‘Dominicana’ is a raw NYC coming-of-age tale
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“Domincana,” the latest book by Angie Cruz, has a grim premise.
Read MoreThe show goes on(line) for Yiddish theater company
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The show must go on for a Yiddish theater company — despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MoreAssigned counsel continues to play essential role in Family Court
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“Personally, as long as this is going and in court and I'm healthy enough, I’m going to appear for this case.”
Read MoreQueens senate delegation pushes for 90-day rent freeze
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“Suspending rents is a critically important step to help New Yorkers survive this unprecedentedly difficult time.”
Read MoreBrand new LIC restaurant takes on unforeseen challenge
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Orders for delivery or curbside pickup can be placed through their website.
Read MoreThree more Queens priests test positive for COVID-19
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Three Queens priests tested positive for COVID-19 in recent days, the Diocese of Brooklyn said in a statement on Tuesday.
Read MoreCampaign Finance Board advises city to nix Queens borough president primary
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“There is a very high potential for voter confusion if two elections are held for the same office on one day.”
Read MoreOnline Metrocard exchange pays the fare for essential workers
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“People who were posting about sharing them and people who were posting about needing them weren’t in the same places online.”
Read MoreTips, tricks and hacks for navigating New York’s archaic unemployment website
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“The IT consultants can't even figure out how to handle the volume.”
Read MoreBike shops power Queens through the COVID crisis
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“This store has been there for over 100 years, we’ve seen it all.”
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