Crime and Justice
New York Budget Includes Bail Reform Roll Back
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“The bail reform that we did last year I’m very proud of, and I think we made the right change now.”
New York Attorney General Seeks Investigation Over Fired Amazon Worker
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The worker helped organize a walkout to demand closure of the facility following several COVID-19 cases. Amazon fired him the same day, saying he violated quarantine and safety measures.
New York State Prisons: 105 employees, 14 Inmates Positive For COVID-19
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“Tell them I am doing well, taking it day by day. Spending most of the days sleeping. Symptoms seem to come and go in waves.”
PA Diocese Suspends Abuse Victims’ Compensation Program, Citing ‘Economic Turmoil’
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The Erie Diocese, identified by the Pennsylvania attorney general as a place where clergy sex abuse was widespread, is said to have spent nearly $12 million on its victim compensation program.
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Activists Show Concern Over Broome Jail Inmates Amid COVID-19
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Officials said the Broome jail is prepared.
Crime and Justice
PA Police Can Now Shut Down ‘Non-Life-Sustaining’ Businesses, But They’d Rather Not
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“Nobody is looking to get anybody unnecessarily involved in the legal system.”
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Concern Grows For Inmates In New York Prison System
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The states of California, Ohio and Texas are already releasing some prisoners to prevent a major outbreak in their prisons.
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Advocates Fear More Time At Home Could Lead To An Increase In Domestic Violence
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“Now people are trapped in their homes, sometimes unsafe, non respectful loving homes.”
Crime and Justice
Officials Warn Of COVID-19 Scams
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There are reports of scams in Otsego and Steuben Counties.
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Bomb Threat Empties Hotel In Downtown Ithaca
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A statement from the Ithaca Police said no suspicious items were found.