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In NY Jails, Prisoners Must Submit Their Abuse Grievances to Their Abusers
Legal victories by LGBTQ people and youth of color face rollbacks amid the rise of new, reactionary sheriffs.
Growing Number of States Extend Health Coverage to Undocumented Immigrants
Eleven states and Washington, D.C., are expanding health insurance programs to cover over 1 million immigrants.
NRA Loses Bid to Have Corruption Probe in New York Dismissed
Five judges unanimously ruled that Attorney General Letitia James has provided "ample evidence of malfeasance."
New York’s Highest Court Orders New Congressional Maps Be Drawn
The ruling could affect the outcome of the 2024 congressional elections, determining control of the House.
Seat Vacated by Santos Moves to “Toss Up” Status
Former Republican congressman George Santos was expelled from Congress on Friday.
Unionization Wave Spurred by Starbucks Workers Is Spreading Across Buffalo
Workers at Elmwood Taco and Subs, an iconic local food shop, are continuing the wave of worker-led organizing.
AOC, 20 NY Lawmakers Demand Columbia Reinstate Pro-Palestine Student Groups
Columbia University officials recently suspended two student groups over a walkout in support of Palestine.
Trump Takes the Stand, Is Fined $10K for Breaking Gag Order in Fraud Case
"Why should there not be severe sanctions for this blatant, dangerous disobeyal of a clear court order?" the judge said.
New Study Reveals How Climate Crisis Exacerbated New York Flooding
The deluge flooded streets with nearly five feet of water, prompting Gov. Kathy Hochul to declare a state of emergency.
Advocacy Groups Call for Juror Protection as Trump’s Civil Fraud Trial Begins
Past, present, and future jurors are under attack from Donald Trump and those who do his bidding, a joint letter says.