Archives for 2024

New York City in Contempt of Court Over Rikers Jail Conditions
The Rikers Island jail complex has been controversial for years now, as countless inmates, citizens, public advocates, and government officials have spoken out about the ongoing inhumane conditions there. Finally, after years of complaints, a judge has found New York City in contempt of court after not taking action to correct the unacceptable jail conditions. […]
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Man Sentenced to 7 Years After String of Violent Street Robberies
Dupreme Williams, a 43-year-old resident of Far Rockaway, has been sentenced to serve seven years in prison after being convicted of committing several violent robberies throughout Brooklyn. According to police, at least three horrific attacks occurred in 2024 alone. In one incident on the day before Valentine’s Day, Williams reportedly saw a 50-year-old woman walking […]
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3 Charged with Hate Crime for Targeting Brooklyn Museum Execs
In a 25-count indictment, three individuals have been identified as making terroristic threats against Brooklyn Museum executives, and they are all being charged with hate crimes. According to reports, the three suspects vandalized property, left behind threatening messages, and used anti-Semitic graffiti and images against the executives. Investigators suspect that at least two of the […]
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Mayor Adams Set to Face Trial in April of 2025
On Friday, November 1st, New York City Mayor Eric Adams appeared in court once again to fight ongoing charges that are set to be heard in trial on April 21, 2025. According to court records, the mayor is accused of taking bribes and using his political position to influence others as he fought to become […]
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