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New York City
fromGothamist
2 hours ago

Mayor Mamdani calls violent NYPD arrest in Gowanus 'unacceptable'

Mayor Mamdani condemned the NYPD's violent arrest, emphasizing the need for safety and justice without compromise.
fromCbsnews
11 hours ago
Brooklyn

Activists meet with NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch to discuss violent arrest in Brooklyn

Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

New video shows another angle of rough NYPD arrest inside Brooklyn liquor store

New surveillance footage reveals additional details of a controversial arrest involving mistaken identity and excessive force by NYPD detectives.
New York City
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

New video shows moments leading up to violent wrongful arrest in Brooklyn during NYPD drug sweep

Timothy Brown was wrongfully arrested by NYPD during a drug sweep, later confirmed not to be the suspect they sought.
NYC LGBT
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

AG Won't Charge NYPD Cop Who Dragged Sleeping Man in Flushing Meadows While Applying Makeup

An NYPD officer will not face charges for fatally dragging a man while distracted by lip gloss.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 hours ago

Mayor Mamdani calls violent NYPD arrest in Gowanus 'unacceptable'

Mayor Mamdani condemned the NYPD's violent arrest, emphasizing the need for safety and justice without compromise.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
11 hours ago

Activists meet with NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch to discuss violent arrest in Brooklyn

Civil rights leaders demand accountability from NYPD after a violent wrongful arrest in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

New video shows another angle of rough NYPD arrest inside Brooklyn liquor store

New surveillance footage reveals additional details of a controversial arrest involving mistaken identity and excessive force by NYPD detectives.
New York City
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

New video shows moments leading up to violent wrongful arrest in Brooklyn during NYPD drug sweep

Timothy Brown was wrongfully arrested by NYPD during a drug sweep, later confirmed not to be the suspect they sought.
NYC politics
fromgaycitynews.com
6 hours ago

LGBTQ representation emerges as key issue in City Council's special election race for District 3

LGBTQ leaders are actively campaigning in New York City's special election for the City Council's Third District, emphasizing representation and community significance.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
8 hours ago

Alleged fare evader becomes second Brooklyn Central Booking detainee to die in custody in a week | amNewYork

A detainee at Brooklyn Central Booking died after a medical emergency, marking the second death in custody within a week.
New York City
fromHoodline
6 hours ago

Brooklyn Man Dies After Medical Emergency In NYPD Holding Cell

A Brooklyn man died in a holding cell after showing signs of drug withdrawal, prompting an investigation into his death.
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 days ago
Brooklyn

A place 'where everyone belongs': Brooklyn borough president touts housing, health care gains, highlights vision of equity in State of the Borough * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
8 hours ago

Alleged fare evader becomes second Brooklyn Central Booking detainee to die in custody in a week | amNewYork

A detainee at Brooklyn Central Booking died after a medical emergency, marking the second death in custody within a week.
New York City
fromHoodline
6 hours ago

Brooklyn Man Dies After Medical Emergency In NYPD Holding Cell

A Brooklyn man died in a holding cell after showing signs of drug withdrawal, prompting an investigation into his death.
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 days ago
Brooklyn

A place 'where everyone belongs': Brooklyn borough president touts housing, health care gains, highlights vision of equity in State of the Borough * Brooklyn Paper

fromwww.amny.com
10 hours ago

Critter cruelty: Animal abusers be listed on publicly accessible registry under new NYC Council bill

The registry, Ariola said, would go a long way toward protecting New York's animals by allowing rescues and other agencies to quickly search the names of potential adoption applicants, and prevent any sale or adoption by people who are known to cause harm to animals.
Pets
fromMission Local
17 hours ago

No, Brooke Jenkins does not have an on/off switch for crime

In 2025, crime goes down. Way, way down: Crime drops across the board, homicides reach lows unseen since 'Gunsmoke' was on the air and the DA delivers a forceful warning to Trump's ICE goons.
SF politics
Law
fromwww.amny.com
9 hours ago

NYC seeks millions from alleged illegal Airbnb hosts in Brooklyn who faked their identities | amNewYork

The city is suing a landlord for millions over illegal Airbnb rentals in Brooklyn, seeking punitive damages and fines for public nuisance violations.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NY Inspector General says she's working to bring the public into government integrity as Trump erodes public trust | amNewYork

The New York inspector general's office aims to enhance public trust through transparency and integrity in government operations.
New York Knicks
fromQueerty
3 days ago

New York Knicks' owner James Dolan busted for being creepy & obsessively surveilling trans woman - Queerty

Nina Richards, a transgender fan, has been banned from Madison Square Garden due to security concerns linked to the venue's owner, James Dolan.
fromTruthout
3 days ago

During House Panel, RFK Jr. Refuses to Acknowledge He Called for "Re-Parenting" Black Kids in 2024

Kennedy claimed that 'every Black kid is now just standard put on Adderall, SSRIs, benzos, which are known to induce violence.' He suggested the best way to treat children in those situations is to have them be 're-parented' into a community where they will have no access to technology.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC's First Lady Rama Duwaji apologizes for teenage posts, says her work is her focus | amNewYork

I understand the hurt I caused and am truly sorry. I won't add much to them, but she is someone of incredible integrity.
Writing
Social justice
fromNEPYORK
6 days ago

New York Lawmakers and Advocates Rally in Jackson Heights to Advance Landmark Bill to Ban Caste Discrimination - NEPYORK

New York lawmakers are advancing a bill to prohibit caste-based discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.
US news
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

AG Letitia James won't seek criminal charges against cop who fatally ran over sleeping man in Queens park during U.S. Open | amNewYork

No criminal charges will be filed against the officer who struck and killed Erasmo Huerta Gonzalez in Queens during the U.S. Open.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Progressive Democrat Analilia Mejia wins New Jersey special election for US House

Analilia Mejia won a New Jersey special election, defeating Joe Hathaway, emphasizing a progressive agenda and opposition to Donald Trump.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
3 days ago

The Brewing Controversy Of Attorneys And Law Firms Running Ads Immersed Throughout AI Chatbot Conversations

Lawyers and law firms are considering advertising during AI chats to reach potential clients effectively.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Thousands of NYC tenants face May deadline as emergency housing vouchers wind down

Over 5,000 low-income NYC households face a deadline as federal housing vouchers run out, prompting NYCHA to seek alternative housing solutions.
fromPolitics NY
14 hours ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin

To address the affordability crisis, we must be proactive and bold in building more affordable housing, lowering skyrocketing health care costs, and enacting universal childcare.
NYC politics
Law
fromAbove the Law
15 hours ago

Morning Docket: 04.20.26 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket reflects John Roberts' prioritization of personal interests over legal precedent.
Social justice
fromBossip
4 days ago

Lock Them Up: NYPD Cops Brutally Beat Brooklyn Man In Viral Video, Mayor Mamdani Sounds Off

Police violently assaulted an innocent man, highlighting systemic abuse of power against Black and Brown communities.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
4 days ago

NYC Families Seeking Shelter Have to Prove They're Homeless. A New Bill Would Simplify That Process.

Legislators aim to simplify the intake process for homeless families seeking shelter in New York City.
#new-york-city
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
5 days ago

Opinion: Don't Let a Proven Housing Preservation Tool Slip Through the Cracks

New York City must reform the J-51 program to preserve affordable housing and address the housing crisis effectively.
New York City
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

How Mamdani Presides Over a Fix-Everything Agenda

Zohran Mamdani's administration focuses on addressing both immediate city issues and deep-rooted racial inequities in New York.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
23 hours ago

Non Profits, City Officials Put Pressure On Lawmakers To OK Gov. Hochul's 'Stop Super Speeders' Effort - Streetsblog Empire State

Community organizations in The Bronx advocate for the 'Stop Super Speeders Act' to enhance public safety through speed-limiting devices for reckless drivers.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 weeks ago

Millions of Americans continue to lack meaningful access to justice. What can be done about it?

Millions of Americans face legal challenges without access to affordable legal assistance, highlighting a significant justice gap.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

NYC Pride grand marshal Peppermint says this year's focus must include trans people's humanity

Peppermint will serve as grand marshal for the 2026 NYC Pride March amid rising anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and cultural backlash.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
9 hours ago

NYPD reviews Narcotics Division, Tisch vows accountability against Brooklyn cops caught on video in violent arrest of man | amNewYork

Civil rights activists met with Police Commissioner Tisch to address police accountability following a violent arrest incident in Brooklyn.
SF politics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

NY State Senator & Judiciary Chair Sepulveda Was No-Show for Housing Court Clients

New York State Sen. Luis Sepúlveda failed to appear in court multiple times for tenants he was defending, resulting in negative outcomes for them.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Queens lawmaker incensed after fiery car meetup in neighborhood, demands arrests: We are not putting up with this garbage' | amNewYork

A Queens lawmaker demands arrests after a dangerous car meetup involving stunts and a fire in a neighborhood.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

New York's Latino Communities 'Under Siege' by ICE's Racial Profiling, Lawsuit Says

ICE agents are accused of racially profiling and unlawfully arresting Latino individuals in New York.
#immigration
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Legal Aid Society sues DHS, ICE for racial profiling and unlawful arrests | amNewYork

A class action lawsuit was filed against federal agencies for unlawful racial profiling and detaining Latino individuals based on their appearance or language.
fromCity Limits
3 days ago
NYC politics

Opinion: Rethinking Immigrant Integration in NYC

Building low-cost bridges for immigrants leads to recognized credentials and stable work, enhancing their contributions to the economy.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Legal Aid Society sues DHS, ICE for racial profiling and unlawful arrests | amNewYork

A class action lawsuit was filed against federal agencies for unlawful racial profiling and detaining Latino individuals based on their appearance or language.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: Rethinking Immigrant Integration in NYC

Building low-cost bridges for immigrants leads to recognized credentials and stable work, enhancing their contributions to the economy.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

AOC rips into House GOP for playing politics with sexual misconduct allegations: "Disgusting!" - LGBTQ Nation

House Republicans' response to sexual misconduct allegations is politically motivated, according to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Mayor Mamdani Goes to Housing Court, And What Else Happened This Week

Mayor Mamdani aims to support tenants facing eviction but has not committed to specific funding or promises.
Brooklyn
fromNY Carib News
3 days ago

Brooklyn, NY - Community, Clergy Support Farah Louis and Sister in Probe

Community leaders and residents support Council Member Farah Louis amid a federal investigation, emphasizing due process and the presumption of innocence.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Husband of Queens Defenders founder pleads guilty to defrauding legal org | amNewYork

Rashad Ruhani pleaded guilty to conspiring to steal over $300,000 from Queens Defenders alongside his wife, Lori Zeno.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Activists urge AG Letitia James sentence for NYPD sergeant convicted of killing Bronx protester with thrown cooler | amNewYork

When was the last time you heard of somebody in New York state being convicted of a killing and getting three to nine years?
Social justice
New York City
fromThe Trace
5 days ago

How This Deputy Mayor Plans to Reduce Violence in New York City

New York City aims to enhance violence prevention funding and initiatives through the new Mayor's Office of Community Safety.
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Justice For Grandmother Arrested Over 'No Dick Tator' Penis Costume At Trump Protest! - Above the Law

Renea Gamble, a 62-year-old grandmother, was arrested for wearing a 7-foot inflatable phallus at a protest, leading to viral bodycam footage of the incident.
Law
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Mamdani's DOI pick wins Council approval after questions over independence | amNewYork

City Council approved Nadia Shihata as head of the Department of Investigation despite concerns over her independence from Mayor Mamdani.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Jimmy's Corner attorney spars with judge in court appearance to save the bar from eviction | amNewYork

The legal battle for Jimmy's Corner centers on allegations of racial discrimination in the invocation of a death clause by the landlord.
Brooklyn
fromNY Carib News
4 days ago

NYC - Rep Clarke Launches Re-Election Campaign

Yvette D. Clarke launched her re-election campaign for New York's 9th Congressional District, emphasizing community legacy and criticizing economic inequality.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

NYC's most powerful transgender official is fighting intensifying anti-LGBTQ+ federal pressure

Taylor Brown leads NYC's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, addressing urgent attacks on transgender rights and dismantling long-standing inequalities.
#auto-insurance
Law
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Op-Ed | Don't trade away justice: Limiting rights won't lower costs for New Yorkers | amNewYork

Governor Hochul's insurance proposals favor corporations over individuals, undermining access to justice for crash victims and perpetuating inequities in auto insurance.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Op-Ed | Don't trade away justice: Limiting rights won't lower costs for New Yorkers | amNewYork

Governor Hochul's insurance proposals favor corporations over individuals, undermining access to justice for crash victims and perpetuating inequities in auto insurance.
Law
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Hochul Could Cut 'Runaway' Crash Lawsuits With Default Motorist Liability - Streetsblog New York City

New York could reduce auto insurance premiums and litigation by adopting a presumed liability model for drivers in crashes involving vulnerable road users.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Immigration advocates fume after Hochul says ICE can can cooperate with local police on criminal cases | amNewYork

Governor Hochul proposed the Local Cops, Local Crimes Act to limit ICE's access to local jails and police resources for civil immigration enforcement.
#algorithmic-pricing
EU data protection
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

One Fair Price': How Letitia James, NY pols are looking to stop algorithmic pricing known to inflate prices on what you like to buy | amNewYork

New York Attorney General Letitia James is pushing legislation to ban algorithmic pricing that charges different prices to individual consumers based on their personal data.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 month ago

AG James, Dems want to ban prices based on personal algorithms

New York's Attorney General supports legislation to ban algorithmic pricing based on personal data and dynamic digital price tags in retail and grocery stores.
EU data protection
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

One Fair Price': How Letitia James, NY pols are looking to stop algorithmic pricing known to inflate prices on what you like to buy | amNewYork

New York Attorney General Letitia James is pushing legislation to ban algorithmic pricing that charges different prices to individual consumers based on their personal data.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 month ago

AG James, Dems want to ban prices based on personal algorithms

New York's Attorney General supports legislation to ban algorithmic pricing based on personal data and dynamic digital price tags in retail and grocery stores.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

Eric Adams' zombie effort to change NYC Charter roars to life with first public hearing

Public input is welcomed as the commission seeks to modernize city government and enhance democratic involvement.
Brooklyn
fromBlack Enterprise
4 days ago

'I'm Not Resisting' NYPD Beats Brooklyn Man They Allegedly Profiled As A Drug Dealer

A Brooklyn man was mistakenly arrested by police during a drug investigation, leading to allegations of excessive force and internal review of the incident.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

New York State Bar Association names new executive director | amNewYork

Kathy Suchocki has been appointed as the executive director of the New York State Bar Association after serving in an interim role since 2025.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Amsterdam News
5 days ago

Rev. Al Sharpton says killing of Brooklyn toddler is a 'wake up call'

A seven-month-old baby was killed by a stray bullet, prompting calls for community action and justice from Rev. Al Sharpton and others.
NYC politics
fromCbsnews
4 days ago

Mamdani believes democratic socialism "can flourish anywhere," says he and Trump share love of New York City

Democratic socialism can thrive anywhere, focusing on the working class as the central political majority.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

$35 Million Racial Discrimination Suit Against Troutman Pepper Ends In Settlement - Above the Law

Troutman Pepper settled a racial discrimination lawsuit with former associate Gita Sankano, who alleged dehumanizing treatment and wrongful termination.
#antisemitism
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Editorial | It's time for Mamdani to act on protest buffer zones and fight antisemitism | amNewYork

Gov. Kathy Hochul proposes a 25-foot buffer zone law to protect Jewish worshippers from harassment during demonstrations in New York.
fromAlgemeiner.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

New York Jews Don't Need Rhetoric; They Need Equal Justice Under the Law

New York City's antisemitism crisis requires direct enforcement and clear action, not symbolic gestures, as Jews face disproportionate hate crimes representing 57% of all reported bias incidents despite comprising only 10% of the population.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Editorial | It's time for Mamdani to act on protest buffer zones and fight antisemitism | amNewYork

Gov. Kathy Hochul proposes a 25-foot buffer zone law to protect Jewish worshippers from harassment during demonstrations in New York.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
5 days ago

NYPD and Brooklyn DA Joint Public Safety Announcement

NYPD Commissioner and Brooklyn DA to announce important public safety initiative.
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

Question Alvin Bragg's Methods, But the Numbers Don't Lie

Shootings and murders in Manhattan have significantly decreased during Alvin Bragg's tenure as District Attorney.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Brooklyn homecare indictment exposes web of corruption that could bring down city Dem politicians

A Brooklyn nonprofit faces federal indictment for alleged corruption involving $200 million in public contracts and fraudulent activities.
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
1 week ago

NYC council member, Hochul aide rally as supporters decry federal bribery probe

A New York City Council member and her sister are under federal investigation for potential bribery related to migrant shelter contracts, but have not been charged.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Whose pocket are you in? Hochul, NY lawmakers bicker amid battle over auto insurance

New York budget negotiations are stalled due to conflicts over insurance reform proposals influenced by special interests.
New York Giants
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Attorney General Letitia James to staff her own ICE observers group to monitor federal immigration crackdown in New York amNewYork

A Legal Observation Project will monitor and document ICE enforcement in New York to collect real-time evidence, identify legal violations, and protect civil rights.
#gender-affirming-care
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

Gay lawyer who thinks trans rights are "homophobic" says Letitia James fired her for her views - LGBTQ Nation

NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

New York AG orders major medical center to resume gender-affirming care for youth

New York's Attorney General ordered NYU Langone Hospital to resume gender-affirming care for transgender minors, citing violations of state nondiscrimination laws after the hospital closed the program.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

Gay lawyer who thinks trans rights are "homophobic" says Letitia James fired her for her views - LGBTQ Nation

NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

New York AG orders major medical center to resume gender-affirming care for youth

New York's Attorney General ordered NYU Langone Hospital to resume gender-affirming care for transgender minors, citing violations of state nondiscrimination laws after the hospital closed the program.
#immigration-enforcement
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Latino New Yorkers file lawsuit alleging racial profiling by Trump immigration agents

The Trump administration is accused of targeting individuals for immigration enforcement based on race and ethnicity, violating their rights.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
New York Giants

Tomorrow it will be you': New York pols push state Civil Rights Act to hold ICE agents accountable for violating rights amNewYork

NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Latino New Yorkers file lawsuit alleging racial profiling by Trump immigration agents

The Trump administration is accused of targeting individuals for immigration enforcement based on race and ethnicity, violating their rights.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
New York Giants

Tomorrow it will be you': New York pols push state Civil Rights Act to hold ICE agents accountable for violating rights amNewYork

US news
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

New York Attorney General says NLRB has lost its independence' in Amazon case | amNewYork

New York says the NLRB lost independence after a presidential firing left it without quorum, fueling legal conflict over state enforcement of federal labor law.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

New York hospital told to reopen its trans youth health services by Democratic attorney general - LGBTQ Nation

New York's Attorney General ordered NYU Langone Health to reopen its Transgender Youth Health Program, citing state anti-discrimination laws after the hospital closed gender-affirming care services for trans youth.
NYC politics
fromQNS
1 month ago

AG Letitia James endorses Antonio Reynoso in bid for NY-7 Congressional seat - QNS

New York State Attorney General Letitia James endorsed Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso in the race to succeed U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez in New York's 7th Congressional District.
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