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Rikers Island security chief sacked week after correction officer union called for ouster: sources

Ronald Brereton was dismissed as Rikers security chief after mounting violent incidents prompted a union demand for accountability and improved officer safety.

Rikers Island inmate grabs NYC council member's butt during facility tour: sources

A sex offender groped Councilwoman Sandy Nurse during a Rikers Island tour, highlighting concerns about safety measures for correction staff and inmates.

Harvey Weinstein Is Being Treated for Cancer in Jail

Harvey Weinstein is receiving treatment for bone-marrow cancer and facing ongoing legal challenges.

Rikers corrections officer cleared of sex abuse charge breaks silence after 'biggest embarrassment' of his life: 'Crying, crying, crying'

Carlos Ozrio, a corrections officer, was cleared of sexual assault charges, calling the experience his "biggest embarrassment" and expressing relief after the verdict.

Exclusive | NYC correction officers union calls for firing of security chief after another slashing at Rikers

A correction officer was attacked by an inmate during a brawl at Rikers Island, prompting calls for improved security and consequences for inmates.

New court protocols unveiled to tackle felony case delays and prepare for Rikers closure

New reforms in New York's Unified Court System aim to reduce felony case delays and alleviate jail population backlogs.

Rikers Island security chief sacked week after correction officer union called for ouster: sources

Ronald Brereton was dismissed as Rikers security chief after mounting violent incidents prompted a union demand for accountability and improved officer safety.

Rikers Island inmate grabs NYC council member's butt during facility tour: sources

A sex offender groped Councilwoman Sandy Nurse during a Rikers Island tour, highlighting concerns about safety measures for correction staff and inmates.

Harvey Weinstein Is Being Treated for Cancer in Jail

Harvey Weinstein is receiving treatment for bone-marrow cancer and facing ongoing legal challenges.

Rikers corrections officer cleared of sex abuse charge breaks silence after 'biggest embarrassment' of his life: 'Crying, crying, crying'

Carlos Ozrio, a corrections officer, was cleared of sexual assault charges, calling the experience his "biggest embarrassment" and expressing relief after the verdict.

Exclusive | NYC correction officers union calls for firing of security chief after another slashing at Rikers

A correction officer was attacked by an inmate during a brawl at Rikers Island, prompting calls for improved security and consequences for inmates.

New court protocols unveiled to tackle felony case delays and prepare for Rikers closure

New reforms in New York's Unified Court System aim to reduce felony case delays and alleviate jail population backlogs.
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Harvey Weinstein in hospital for emergency heart surgery after falling ill in New York prison

Harvey Weinstein underwent emergency heart surgery due to severe medical issues.

How Rikers Island Became New York's Largest Mental Institution

One night in fall 2015, an 18-year-old woman was standing on a subway platform in the Bronx when a homeless man named James Dolo came up from behind and used both hands to push her onto the tracks, the police said, injuring her.

Man Charged in Grand Central Stabbings Slashed Inmate, Officials Say

A Bronx man facing attempted murder charges after he stabbed two girls at Grand Central Terminal on Christmas Day slashed a fellow Rikers Island detainee in the head and face on Thursday, seriously injuring him, according to Correction Department officials.

New Jails Commissioner Aims to Avoid Federal Rikers Takeover

The new head of NYC's troubled jails promises to work with the federal monitor to avoid a takeover of Rikers Island.
Mayor Eric Adams praises the new jails head for her transparency and understanding of the work ahead.
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City Hall to tap eight-year NYC DOC veteran as new commissioner: sources

The next commissioner of the city's Department of Corrections may soon be named as a possible federal takeover of the embattled Rikers Island jail system looms.
Officials are considering promoting Lynelle Maginley-Liddie, an eight-year DOC veteran, to the position.

Federal Takeover Sought for Rikers Island

Manhattan's top federal prosecutor and lawyers for people detained at Rikers Island have requested a federal takeover of the jail complex.
Lawyers also asked that a judge find New York City in contempt for violating court orders on jail conditions.

City Hall to tap eight-year NYC DOC veteran as new commissioner: sources

The next commissioner of the city's Department of Corrections may soon be named as a possible federal takeover of the embattled Rikers Island jail system looms.
Officials are considering promoting Lynelle Maginley-Liddie, an eight-year DOC veteran, to the position.

Federal Takeover Sought for Rikers Island

Manhattan's top federal prosecutor and lawyers for people detained at Rikers Island have requested a federal takeover of the jail complex.
Lawyers also asked that a judge find New York City in contempt for violating court orders on jail conditions.
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Why Rikers Island is Ripe for a Rethink

Louis Molina is leaving his post as commissioner of New York City's Department of Correction.
Rikers Island still faces challenges such as violence, crumbling infrastructure, and lack of competent staff.
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