Inside a Rikers Island Kitchen, Dull Knives and Critical Jobs
As New York City’s troubled jail complex tries to improve its food, the people who cook there see a higher mission.
Judge denies Nir Meir’s pleas for drastic bail reduction
Former HFZ Capital exec Nir Meir was denied a significant bail reduction and will remain in Rikers Island jail unless he can ...
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DOC officer receives MLK Day distinction
For his service to people on Rikers Island, Officer J. Martin of the city Department of Correction was recognized for Martin ...
Defendant in scary Staten Island home invasion that was caught on video pleads guilty
Michael Conley, a suspect in a violent December home invasion, is escorted by NYPD officers into the 120th Precinct in St.
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Mayor Adams’ administration pitches new reformer for Rikers jails: Mayor Adams’ administration
City lawyers argued the current jail commissioner was best suited for the job. The notion was met with no small amount of ...
Harvey Weinstein begs to get out of Rikers Island 'hell hole' in court
Harvey Weinstein begged to go on trial earlier than planned, saying he isn't sure he will survive long enough in the "hell ...
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DOC commish discusses new wellness center for staff at Rikers Island
The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) recently opened a new wellness center at Rikers Island for staff that features a gym.
Harvey Weinstein pleads with judge to move up trial date because he ‘can’t hold on anymore’ at ‘hellhole’ Rikers
Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein begged a Manhattan judge Wednesday to move up his new sex assault trial because ...
7 things to do in NYC this weekend: Feb. 7 – 9
Highlights this weekend include a Broadway spectacular fit for a king — of jazz, that is: Louis Armstrong. Also, check out the premiere of choreographer Camille A. Brown’s newest work. Plus, you can ...