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NYC mayor issues emergency order suspending parts of new solitary confinement law
New York City’s mayor issued an emergency order Saturday suspending parts of a new law intended to ban solitary confinement in local jails a day before it was to take effect, citing concerns for the safety of staff and detainees. Mayor Eric Adams declared a state of emergency and signed an order that suspended parts of the law that set a four-hour time limit on holding prisoners who pose safety concerns in “de-escalation confinement” and limit the use of restraints on prisoners while they are transported to courts or within jails. The four-hour limit could only be exceeded only in “exceptional circumstances.” In those circumstances, prisoners would be released from de-escalation confinement “as soon as practicable” and when they no longer pose an imminent risk of serious injury to themselves or others, according to the mayor’s order. Adams also suspended a part of the law that prohibited jail officials from placing a prisoner in longer-term “restrictive housing” for more than a total of 60 days in any 12-month period. His order says jail officials must review a prisoner’s placement in restrictive housing every 15 days.
Good Day Street Talk - July 27
This week, Good Day Street Talk looks at how the National Black Theater has become a producer of stories enhancing African-American culture, efforts to improve water safety in underserved communities in New York City, and the 50th anniversary of Harlem Week.
'let me do some healing for everybody': blackstar film festival previews at neuehouse cinema
Designboom attended the screening to take a first-look at this year’s edition of BlackStar Film Festival, and to experience Rockwell Group’s immersive new interiors for The Cinema by NeueHouse. Following the preview and panel discussion, insights were captured from Maori Karmael Holmes, founder of BlackStar, and NeueHouse’s General Manager, Sarita Tabarez.
NYC Summer Streets kicks off in Queens, Staten Island
New York City’s Summer Streets celebration begins on Saturday in Queens and Staten Island, encouraging New Yorkers to get outside by turning hustle-prone streets into carless safety zones for pedestrians and cyclists.
Wall Street's Cantor Fitzgerald to Open Bitcoin Financing, Lending Business
NASHVILLE — Financial services firm Cantor Fitzgerald will open a bitcoin financing business, CEO Howard Lutnick said at the Bitcoin Conference Saturday. "We are going to launch with $2 billion in lending," Lutnick said, and increase the facility in $2 billion tranches as needed. He later added: "We are going to welcome bitcoin into the financing family of the global financial markets." The business will provide leverage to bitcoin holders, according to a press release. Cantor Fitzgerald's new lending facility isn't its first step into crypto; It already does business with stablecoin issuer Tether. The firm additionally owns a "s***load" of bitcoin, Lutnick said.
New York Cares highlights the benefits of volunteering
The Bureau of Labor says more than 11 million people regularly volunteer across the United States. Studies show volunteering can have a positive impact on not only your self image, but also on your health. Sapreet Saluja, the executive director of New York Cares, joined “Weekends On 1” to discuss...
Denver Rated Most Polluted City In U.S. For Consecutive Days
What’s been top of mind for most Coloradans recently has been the air quality as of late. Smoke from Canadian wildfires has been filling up the Colorado skyline for the past few days and has seriously affected the quality of our air. However, it’s already been an issue for...
NYC hosts 'Day of Action' to encourage New Yorkers to vote
As we get closer to Election Day, a city agency is trying to encourage as many New Yorkers as possible to take part in the voting process. NYC Votes is an initiative of the city’s Campaign Finance Board. The board is an independent city agency that ensures local elections are fair, inclusive, and open.
BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL to Play The Gateway Playhouse Beginning Next Month
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical - the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Broadway hit about the life and career of one of the most prolific female songwriters in history - continues The Gateway's 75th Season and will run at The Gateway Playhouse from August 9 – September 8, 2024. Long...
Caveat to Present CATBARET This Halloween
Meow! Calling all cat lovers-join us for a purr-fect variety show this Halloween!. Catbaret, a cat-themed cabaret hosted by Gemma Smith, will take place on October 31st, featuring a night of comedy, music, and burlesque (or as we like to call it, purr-lesque). Audiences are invited to come in their most "cat-tastic" costumes for a chance to win the audience costume contest. There will also be a-meow-zing raffle prizes and FREE cat ears for all attendees!
‘The Little House’ is for sale in NYC — with a misleading name. Look inside to see why
Some houses can be deceiving — they look large and spacious on the outside, but the inside offers a different, and perhaps smaller, reality. Though the opposite holds true when it comes to this carriage house…which is listed in New York City for $7 million. “Own a piece...
N.Y. Lottery: NYC player scores $1M in Powerball game as one-time lump sum
A New York City lottery player has claimed a $1 million prize for matching the first five numbers in a Powerball drawing. Ricardo Ching of Jamaica, Queens, matched the numbers on March 13, according to New York Lottery officials. The ticket was purchased at Avadh Convenience, located at 3714 Broadway in Astoria, Queens.
Chicago native among 2 killed in New York City shooting over custody battle: NYPD
A 65-year-old Chicago native has been identified as the shooter in a New York City murder-suicide, according to the New York City Police Department. The shooting took place on Friday about a half-block away from the Gracie Mansion.
Off-duty New York City school safety agent arrested in Manhattan: NYPD
NEW YORK (PIX11) — A school safety agent was arrested in Manhattan on Friday morning, according to police. Sylvia Brown, 54, was taken into custody just before 12 p.m. The off-duty New York City employee was charged with petit larceny and criminal possession of stolen property, authorities report. The details on what led to Brown’s […]
First Alert Forecast: Sunny skies give way to clouds Sunday in NYC
Saturday night forecast in NYCSaturday's weather was just as good as it gets for late July in New York City. The sunshine mixed with low humidity levels made it feel amazing, and although a few clouds developed late in the day, those will be clearing out as we head into the overnight hours.Low temperatures will remain comfortable, ranging from the 60s throughout the suburbs to 70 in the city. Sunday forecast in NYCFor Sunday, mostly sunny skies early will give way to increasing cloudiness by the afternoon and evening hours. Those clouds should not yield any precipitation, for the most part, except for eastern Long Island and perhaps the Jersey Shore, largely holding off until the nighttime hours, though.Despite the extra clouds, highs are still anticipated to reach the mid and upper 80s across the region, with a low levels of humidity. Looking aheadWe'll be dealing with more scattered storms Monday as a low meanders offshore. Humidity will climb slightly as well, while temps will be in the mid 80s.The weather becomes unsettled again in the middle of the week as humidity and thunderstorms return.For now, enjoy this beautiful weekend!
Union County Holds Veterans Job Fair for Residents Seeking Employment Opportunities on August 21st
The Union County Board of County Commissioners, in collaboration with the Office of Veterans, the American Job Center, and the Union County Workforce Development Board, is hosting a special job fair dedicated to helping veterans find new career opportunities. While the event will primarily focus on veterans, all Union County residents are welcome to attend. The Veterans Job Fair will take place on Wednesday, August 21st at 5:00 P.M. at the Warinanco Sports Center, located at 1 Park Drive in Roselle.
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