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PREMIUMSpotlight: The strange history of Rikers Island part two: The crash

Rikers Island transitioned from a waste dump to a troubled correctional facility, facing issues of overcrowding and brutality.

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War of words at Rikers Island: Public advocate, correction officer union boss clash over conditions at jails | amNewYork

Public Advocate Jumaane Williams confronted overcrowding issues at Rikers Island, leading to a heated exchange with the Correction Officers' union.

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April 22, 2025

Rikers Island's transformation from trash dump to infamous jail reveals systemic issues of overcrowding and neglect within the penal system.

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PREMIUMSpotlight: The strange history of Rikers Island part two: The crash

Rikers Island transitioned from a waste dump to a troubled correctional facility, facing issues of overcrowding and brutality.

17 hours ago

War of words at Rikers Island: Public advocate, correction officer union boss clash over conditions at jails | amNewYork

Public Advocate Jumaane Williams confronted overcrowding issues at Rikers Island, leading to a heated exchange with the Correction Officers' union.

Jail expert says DOC boss should remain in charge of Rikers as judge weighs receivership

Judge Swain may appoint a receiver for Rikers Island while recommendations for reform continue, emphasizing urgent needs for systemic jail improvements.

City Council sues Adams admin to block order allowing ICE back onto Rikers Island | amNewYork

City Council sues Mayor Adams over an executive order allowing ICE on Rikers Island, citing concerns about immigrant safety and possible corruption.

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Mayor Adams Proposes Reinstating ICE on Rikers Island; Fed Officials Quit Over DOJ Directive to Drop Mayor's Case

Mayor Adams intends to reinstate ICE's investigation powers on Rikers Island to combat violent gangs.

Adams' planned executive order represents a significant shift in policy regarding immigration and local law enforcement collaboration.

Week in Review: Apr. 18-25

City Council is suing Mayor Adams over ICE office on Rikers Island, claiming it jeopardizes public safety.

Mayor candidate Adrienne Adams gains momentum with key endorsements amidst ongoing controversies.

Judge extends order blocking ICE from re-establishing Rikers Island office in win for City Council | amNewYork

City Council wins initial legal battle to keep ICE off Rikers Island.

6 days ago

NYC politics

Queens politician says Adams mischaracterized chat about bringing ICE to Rikers

Mayor Adams deflects responsibility for Rikers ICE involvement, attributing it to Councilman Holden's suggestion.

NYC politics

Judge temporarily blocks NYC mayor from allowing ICE agents on Rikers Island jail

A New York judge has ordered a halt to federal immigration agents operating at Rikers Island pending a lawsuit hearing.

City Council sues Adams admin to block order allowing ICE back onto Rikers Island | amNewYork

City Council sues Mayor Adams over an executive order allowing ICE on Rikers Island, citing concerns about immigrant safety and possible corruption.

fromBKReader

Mayor Adams Proposes Reinstating ICE on Rikers Island; Fed Officials Quit Over DOJ Directive to Drop Mayor's Case

Mayor Adams intends to reinstate ICE's investigation powers on Rikers Island to combat violent gangs.

Adams' planned executive order represents a significant shift in policy regarding immigration and local law enforcement collaboration.

Week in Review: Apr. 18-25

City Council is suing Mayor Adams over ICE office on Rikers Island, claiming it jeopardizes public safety.

Mayor candidate Adrienne Adams gains momentum with key endorsements amidst ongoing controversies.

Judge extends order blocking ICE from re-establishing Rikers Island office in win for City Council | amNewYork

City Council wins initial legal battle to keep ICE off Rikers Island.

6 days ago

NYC politics

Queens politician says Adams mischaracterized chat about bringing ICE to Rikers

Mayor Adams deflects responsibility for Rikers ICE involvement, attributing it to Councilman Holden's suggestion.

NYC politics

Judge temporarily blocks NYC mayor from allowing ICE agents on Rikers Island jail

A New York judge has ordered a halt to federal immigration agents operating at Rikers Island pending a lawsuit hearing.

Judge temporarily blocks NYC Mayor Adams from reopening ICE office on Rikers Island

Mayor Eric Adams faces a temporary block on the return of federal immigration officials to Rikers Island, following a City Council lawsuit.

Adams allows ICE back on Rikers

Adams administration's decision to allow ICE on Rikers Island faces criticism for potentially violating sanctuary city laws.

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New York Judge Blocks ICE Agents From Entering Rikers Island Prison

A judge blocked ICE from entering Rikers Island, escalating tensions between Mayor Adams and the NYC Council.

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Judge temporarily blocks NYC mayor from allowing ICE agents on Rikers Island jail

New York judge halts federal immigration agency's operation plan at Rikers pending legal hearing.

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Judge temporarily blocks Mayor Adams' administration from allowing ICE onto Rikers Island

A temporary restraining order prevents ICE from operating on Rikers Island until further court hearings.

Hearing set on future of ICE at Rikers Island

New York City's sanctuary laws face legal challenges regarding cooperation with ICE on Rikers Island amid allegations of political corruption involving Mayor Adams.

Judge temporarily blocks NYC Mayor Adams from reopening ICE office on Rikers Island

Mayor Eric Adams faces a temporary block on the return of federal immigration officials to Rikers Island, following a City Council lawsuit.

Adams allows ICE back on Rikers

Adams administration's decision to allow ICE on Rikers Island faces criticism for potentially violating sanctuary city laws.

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New York Judge Blocks ICE Agents From Entering Rikers Island Prison

A judge blocked ICE from entering Rikers Island, escalating tensions between Mayor Adams and the NYC Council.

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Judge temporarily blocks NYC mayor from allowing ICE agents on Rikers Island jail

New York judge halts federal immigration agency's operation plan at Rikers pending legal hearing.

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Judge temporarily blocks Mayor Adams' administration from allowing ICE onto Rikers Island

A temporary restraining order prevents ICE from operating on Rikers Island until further court hearings.

Hearing set on future of ICE at Rikers Island

New York City's sanctuary laws face legal challenges regarding cooperation with ICE on Rikers Island amid allegations of political corruption involving Mayor Adams.

Brooklyn exhibit showcases art by Rikers Island inmates

The exhibit at Von King Cultural Arts Center showcases artwork by incarcerated individuals at Rikers Island, emphasizing their artistic talents and personal stories.

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Arts

Bed Stuy Exhibit Shows Artwork of Rikers Island Detainees

Art provides therapeutic escape for inmates, fostering creativity and connections to loved ones.

Arts

The art of confinement: Rikers Island detainees' work goes on display in Brooklyn | amNewYork

Brian Croskey uses art as a means of expression and coping during his incarceration.

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A New Documentary Traces How a Faith Ringgold Mural at Rikers Island Helped Women Break Free

Faith Ringgold's mural at Rikers Island symbolizes hope and defiance for incarcerated women, challenging societal stereotypes and representing their dreams.

Arts

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Brooklyn exhibit showcases art by Rikers Island inmates

The exhibit at Von King Cultural Arts Center showcases artwork by incarcerated individuals at Rikers Island, emphasizing their artistic talents and personal stories.

fromBrownstoner

Arts

Bed Stuy Exhibit Shows Artwork of Rikers Island Detainees

Art provides therapeutic escape for inmates, fostering creativity and connections to loved ones.

Arts

The art of confinement: Rikers Island detainees' work goes on display in Brooklyn | amNewYork

Brian Croskey uses art as a means of expression and coping during his incarceration.

fromColossal

Miscellaneous

A New Documentary Traces How a Faith Ringgold Mural at Rikers Island Helped Women Break Free

Faith Ringgold's mural at Rikers Island symbolizes hope and defiance for incarcerated women, challenging societal stereotypes and representing their dreams.

Investigation launched after Rikers Island inmate dies in custody - marking first prisoner death of 2025

A Rikers Island inmate died in custody, marking New York City's first detainee death of 2025.

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Judge bars federal immigrations agents from operating on Rikers for now - UPI.com

A judge has temporarily barred NYC Mayor Adams from allowing federal immigration agents to operate in Rikers Island jail.

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NYC Council sues Adams administration over ICE office on Rikers

The NYC Council is suing the Adams administration over an executive order permitting ICE operations on Rikers Island.

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Exclusive | Jailhouse crock: Woke NYC Councilwoman Gale Brewer wants pricey 'farm-to-table' meals for Rikers inmates

Councilwoman Gale Brewer advocates for better food options on Rikers Island, pushing for farm-to-table meals for detainees.

Harvey Weinstein Becomes an Unlikely Voice in the Push to Close Rikers

Harvey Weinstein's situation at Rikers Island underscores the broader issues of medical neglect and dangerous conditions within the jail.

Digital life

Can a Court's Last Resort' Fix New York City's Jails?

Federal judges may take extreme measures, like receivership, when local systems fail to address dire conditions, as seen in Alabama and now New York City.

Investigation launched after Rikers Island inmate dies in custody - marking first prisoner death of 2025

A Rikers Island inmate died in custody, marking New York City's first detainee death of 2025.

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Judge bars federal immigrations agents from operating on Rikers for now - UPI.com

A judge has temporarily barred NYC Mayor Adams from allowing federal immigration agents to operate in Rikers Island jail.

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NYC Council sues Adams administration over ICE office on Rikers

The NYC Council is suing the Adams administration over an executive order permitting ICE operations on Rikers Island.

NYC food

Exclusive | Jailhouse crock: Woke NYC Councilwoman Gale Brewer wants pricey 'farm-to-table' meals for Rikers inmates

Councilwoman Gale Brewer advocates for better food options on Rikers Island, pushing for farm-to-table meals for detainees.

Harvey Weinstein Becomes an Unlikely Voice in the Push to Close Rikers

Harvey Weinstein's situation at Rikers Island underscores the broader issues of medical neglect and dangerous conditions within the jail.

Digital life

Can a Court's Last Resort' Fix New York City's Jails?

Federal judges may take extreme measures, like receivership, when local systems fail to address dire conditions, as seen in Alabama and now New York City.

Judge temporarily blocks Adams from allowing ICE on Rikers Island

New York judge halts the plan for federal agents at Rikers Island pending a hearing.

NYC Council slaps Adams admin with lawsuit over ICE return to Rikers Island

NYC Council sues Adams admin over immigration policy at Rikers, claiming executive order is invalid.

Judge temporarily blocks Adams from allowing ICE on Rikers Island

New York judge halts the plan for federal agents at Rikers Island pending a hearing.

NYC Council slaps Adams admin with lawsuit over ICE return to Rikers Island

NYC Council sues Adams admin over immigration policy at Rikers, claiming executive order is invalid.

Lefty NYC Council pols want to spend $1M to speed up Rikers Island closure

City Council proposes a $1.1 million measure to expedite Rikers Island's closure amid criticisms of bureaucracy and urgent calls for action.

Adams Is Letting ICE Into Rikers. The City Council Is Suing to Stop Him.

City Council is suing Mayor Adams to block Trump administration's access to Rikers Island jail, alleging a quid pro quo arrangement.

City Council sets policy brief on steps for closure of Rikers Island

City Council calls for urgent actions to permanently close Rikers Island and transition to a borough-based jail system.

Lefty NYC Council pols want to spend $1M to speed up Rikers Island closure

City Council proposes a $1.1 million measure to expedite Rikers Island's closure amid criticisms of bureaucracy and urgent calls for action.

Adams Is Letting ICE Into Rikers. The City Council Is Suing to Stop Him.

City Council is suing Mayor Adams to block Trump administration's access to Rikers Island jail, alleging a quid pro quo arrangement.

City Council sets policy brief on steps for closure of Rikers Island

City Council calls for urgent actions to permanently close Rikers Island and transition to a borough-based jail system.

Harvey Weinstein laments lack of birthday celebration at Rikers, predicts how long he'll live

Harvey Weinstein expresses dissatisfaction with his life in prison and gloomy expectations for his future. He feels Rikers Island is inhumane.

Harvey Weinstein kept in blood-spattered clothes, dirty underwear and denied proper medical care at 'gulag' Rikers: lawyers

Weinstein's lawyers claim he is receiving inadequate medical treatment and living in unsanitary conditions at Rikers Island jail.

Harvey Weinstein pleads with judge to move up trial date because he 'can't hold on anymore' at 'hell hole' Rikers

Harvey Weinstein pleads for an expedited sex assault trial, citing serious health issues while imprisoned at Rikers Island.

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Harvey Weinstein sues NYC Department of Corrections for 'medical negligence'

Harvey Weinstein is suing NYC for alleged negligence in medical care while imprisoned at Rikers Island.

Harvey Weinstein petitions court to send him from Rikers to cushy Bellevue due to spate of health issues

Harvey Weinstein seeks transfer from Rikers to Bellevue Hospital due to critical health issues.

fromwww.theguardian.com

New York City

Harvey Weinstein's lawyers file legal claim alleging substandard prison conditions

Harvey Weinstein's attorneys claim he is receiving inadequate medical care and living in unsanitary conditions at Rikers Island jail amid serious health issues.

Harvey Weinstein laments lack of birthday celebration at Rikers, predicts how long he'll live

Harvey Weinstein expresses dissatisfaction with his life in prison and gloomy expectations for his future. He feels Rikers Island is inhumane.

Harvey Weinstein kept in blood-spattered clothes, dirty underwear and denied proper medical care at 'gulag' Rikers: lawyers

Weinstein's lawyers claim he is receiving inadequate medical treatment and living in unsanitary conditions at Rikers Island jail.

Harvey Weinstein pleads with judge to move up trial date because he 'can't hold on anymore' at 'hell hole' Rikers

Harvey Weinstein pleads for an expedited sex assault trial, citing serious health issues while imprisoned at Rikers Island.

Miscellaneous

fromABC7 San Francisco

Harvey Weinstein sues NYC Department of Corrections for 'medical negligence'

Harvey Weinstein is suing NYC for alleged negligence in medical care while imprisoned at Rikers Island.

Harvey Weinstein petitions court to send him from Rikers to cushy Bellevue due to spate of health issues

Harvey Weinstein seeks transfer from Rikers to Bellevue Hospital due to critical health issues.

fromwww.theguardian.com

New York City

Harvey Weinstein's lawyers file legal claim alleging substandard prison conditions

Harvey Weinstein's attorneys claim he is receiving inadequate medical care and living in unsanitary conditions at Rikers Island jail amid serious health issues.

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NYC Council Seeks to Halt Adams-Backed ICE Office at Rikers (1)

New York City Council files lawsuit against Mayor Adams over immigration office plan at Rikers Island, alleging corruption and violation of city laws.

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4 weeks ago

Eric Adams rips Brooklyn lawmaker who called for Rikers closure then fought jail in his own district: 'Hypocrite'

Brooklyn lawmaker Restler criticized the new jail construction in his district, sparking accusations of hypocrisy from the Adams administration.

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Famous Brooklyn TikToker Wants Answers About Son's Death in Hospital

Ariel Quidone, aged 20, died after a week at Rikers, sparking his mother Kim's fight for answers.

Inmate charged with 2023 murder of elderly UWS woman dies in NYC courthouse's holding cell

A Rikers Island inmate, Terrence Moore, died of a seizure during a court appearance for murder charges against him, marking the second death in city custody this year.

Woman dies in custody at embattled Rikers Island

A woman died in custody at Rikers Island, marking the fourth recent death, raising concerns about conditions at the facility.

Inmate charged with 2023 murder of elderly UWS woman dies in NYC courthouse's holding cell

A Rikers Island inmate, Terrence Moore, died of a seizure during a court appearance for murder charges against him, marking the second death in city custody this year.

Woman dies in custody at embattled Rikers Island

A woman died in custody at Rikers Island, marking the fourth recent death, raising concerns about conditions at the facility.

Rikers officer sentenced to probation for failing to help inmate in suicide attempt: Bronx DA Bronx Times

A NYC correction officer was sentenced for failing to aid an inmate who attempted suicide, resulting in severe brain damage.

Don't let NYC's anti-jail fanatics block Jessica Tisch's crimefighting plans

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch's crackdown on quality of life issues faces opposition from city leaders prioritizing jail downsizing.

New York City

Chinatown jail could not be completed until 2032 five years after 2027 Rikers closure date | amNewYork

The construction of the new Manhattan jail has been delayed, raising concerns about the future of Rikers Island's scheduled closure.

6 months ago

New York City

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.

Don't let NYC's anti-jail fanatics block Jessica Tisch's crimefighting plans

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch's crackdown on quality of life issues faces opposition from city leaders prioritizing jail downsizing.

Chinatown jail could not be completed until 2032 five years after 2027 Rikers closure date | amNewYork

The construction of the new Manhattan jail has been delayed, raising concerns about the future of Rikers Island's scheduled closure.

6 months ago

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.

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Hooray! The 'close Rikers' deadline slipped again - time to admit it'll never happen

The timeline for closing Rikers and building new jails has been significantly delayed, with completion now projected for 2032.

fromBusiness Insider

4 months ago

New York City

What's next for Luigi Mangione: A grand jury, extradition, and a possible psych defense

Luigi Mangione is charged with murder and detained in Pennsylvania as extradition to New York may take months, likely leading to a complex legal process.

Rikers Island ruling: Federal judge finds NYC in contempt of reform decree, inclined' to putting jail under receiver | amNewYork

A Manhattan federal judge is moving towards appointing a federal receiver to control Rikers Island due to persistent violence and safety issues.