NYC found in contempt over 'grave' conditions at Rikers Island - with fed takeover increasingly likely
New York City found in contempt for failing to improve grave conditions at Rikers Island; federal takeover increasingly likely.
Advocates renew call for Rikers Island closure as judge's decision on possible federal takeover looms | amNewYork
Advocates demand closure of Rikers Island amid deteriorating conditions and federal scrutiny over its management.
The Rikers Mess: Will Federal Oversight Fix It?
The city is now under federal scrutiny after being found in contempt for managing its jails inadequately, particularly Rikers Island.
Judge Demands a Plan for a Possible Federal Takeover of Rikers
Federal judge orders New York City's Department of Correction to propose a plan for an outside authority to address persistent violence in jails.
What to Know About a Possible Federal Takeover of Rikers Island
New York City risks losing control over its jails as federal judge cites failure to improve Rikers Island conditions, possibly leading to receivership.
Rikers Island detainee dies after apparent medical episode, marks fifth death in jails this year | amNewYork
A Rikers Island detainee's death is the fifth in city jails this year, prompting federal considerations for intervention in jail operations.
NYC found in contempt over 'grave' conditions at Rikers Island - with fed takeover increasingly likely
New York City found in contempt for failing to improve grave conditions at Rikers Island; federal takeover increasingly likely.
Advocates renew call for Rikers Island closure as judge's decision on possible federal takeover looms | amNewYork
Advocates demand closure of Rikers Island amid deteriorating conditions and federal scrutiny over its management.
The Rikers Mess: Will Federal Oversight Fix It?
The city is now under federal scrutiny after being found in contempt for managing its jails inadequately, particularly Rikers Island.
Judge Demands a Plan for a Possible Federal Takeover of Rikers
Federal judge orders New York City's Department of Correction to propose a plan for an outside authority to address persistent violence in jails.
What to Know About a Possible Federal Takeover of Rikers Island
New York City risks losing control over its jails as federal judge cites failure to improve Rikers Island conditions, possibly leading to receivership.
Rikers Island detainee dies after apparent medical episode, marks fifth death in jails this year | amNewYork
A Rikers Island detainee's death is the fifth in city jails this year, prompting federal considerations for intervention in jail operations.
Florida and Texas say they won't let DOJ monitors into polling places to perform decades-long practice of watching for violations
Republican-led states are blocking federal election monitors from polling places, challenging a long-standing practice of federal oversight to protect voting rights.
Oakland police leadership failures require 'paradigm changes' for federal oversight, judge says
The Oakland Police Department is struggling with accountability, leading to federal oversight complications and jeopardizing its reform progress.
Oakland police detective's felony bribery scandal further threatens department's local control
Oakland police department faces potential federal receivership amidst ongoing investigations and discipline for top personnel relating to a high-profile case.
Oakland police detective's felony bribery scandal further threatens department's local control
Oakland Police Department may face extended federal oversight due to failures in internal investigations and potential push for federal receivership.
Federal Judge Has Had It With Oakland Taking So Long to Find New Police Chief
The U.S. District Court judge overseeing the federal oversight of the Oakland Police Department is concerned about the lack of a permanent police chief for a year.
Oakland residents are also frustrated with the prolonged process of selecting a police chief and the resulting increase in crime in the city.
Oakland police leadership failures require 'paradigm changes' for federal oversight, judge says
The Oakland Police Department is struggling with accountability, leading to federal oversight complications and jeopardizing its reform progress.
Oakland police detective's felony bribery scandal further threatens department's local control
Oakland police department faces potential federal receivership amidst ongoing investigations and discipline for top personnel relating to a high-profile case.
Oakland police detective's felony bribery scandal further threatens department's local control
Oakland Police Department may face extended federal oversight due to failures in internal investigations and potential push for federal receivership.
Federal Judge Has Had It With Oakland Taking So Long to Find New Police Chief
The U.S. District Court judge overseeing the federal oversight of the Oakland Police Department is concerned about the lack of a permanent police chief for a year.
Oakland residents are also frustrated with the prolonged process of selecting a police chief and the resulting increase in crime in the city.
AI News Roundup - AI-powered cheating in higher education, brain stimulation treatments, foreign interference, and more
AI industry leaders are reacting to California's proposed AI regulations, with opposing views on the appropriate level of oversight.
California governor to send prosecutors to Oakland to help crack down on rising crime
Governor Gavin Newsom plans to send prosecutors to Oakland to crack down on rising crime.
Additional deputy attorneys general and attorneys from the California National Guard will assist Alameda County in prosecuting suspects for serious and complex crimes.
AI News Roundup - AI-powered cheating in higher education, brain stimulation treatments, foreign interference, and more
AI industry leaders are reacting to California's proposed AI regulations, with opposing views on the appropriate level of oversight.
California governor to send prosecutors to Oakland to help crack down on rising crime
Governor Gavin Newsom plans to send prosecutors to Oakland to crack down on rising crime.
Additional deputy attorneys general and attorneys from the California National Guard will assist Alameda County in prosecuting suspects for serious and complex crimes.
Where Kamala Harris Stands on the Issues: Abortion, Immigration and More
Kamala Harris's strong support for national abortion rights and her history of advocating for federal oversight on state-level restrictions.
Miami will consider this City Hall veteran to be the next municipal attorney
Miami's next city attorney, George Wysong, has a 30-year career in the local government, including overseeing the Miami Police Department during a federal oversight period.
Ex-Oakland police chief sues city and mayor to get his job back
Former police chief sues city of Oakland and its mayor for unlawful termination and retaliation for criticizing federal court-appointed monitor.
Oakland has been without a permanent police chief since Armstrong was fired in February 2023.
The National Academies released a report stating that facial recognition systems need federal oversight due to concerns about human misuse and technical shortcomings.
The Federal Trade Commission has been actively policing the use of facial recognition technology, issuing guidance on biometric data and banning a company for misidentifying people of color and women as shoplifters.
Downplaying AI's existential risks is a fatal error, some say
Lawmakers aim to regulate generative AI for potential threats to humans.
Washington takes aim at facial recognition
The National Academies released a report stating that facial recognition systems need federal oversight due to concerns about human misuse and technical shortcomings.
The Federal Trade Commission has been actively policing the use of facial recognition technology, issuing guidance on biometric data and banning a company for misidentifying people of color and women as shoplifters.
Downplaying AI's existential risks is a fatal error, some say
Lawmakers aim to regulate generative AI for potential threats to humans.