Crime and Justice
Hochul and Zeldin Offer Different Approaches to Fighting Crime
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Zeldin has made reducing crime a central theme of his campaign, airing ads portraying scenes of mayhem and blaming Hochul.
Crime and Justice
How well a death in Pennsylvania is investigated depends largely on where someone dies
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Only five of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties have accredited coroner or medical examiner offices, which the state doesn’t require.
Crime and Justice
Crime again the focus of governor’s race, after drive-by shooting outside candidate’s home
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The governor views the shooting outside the Zeldin home as another reason to double down on controlling illegal guns.
Crime and Justice
In PA county jails, people with mental illness are routinely met with pepper spray and stun guns
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An investigation finds that corrections officers use physical force on people who may be unable to comply with orders due to a mental health condition.
Crime and Justice
New York Attorney General files motion to keep tougher gun law in place
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A federal judge last week ruled that parts of the new state law on guns are unconstitutional.
Crime and Justice
New York’s Comptroller Says Corruption Can be Curbed. Here’s How
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Tom DiNapoli backs legislation that would restore the pre-audit oversight previously stripped from his office.
Crime and Justice
Children’s advocacy group calls for culture shift to combat ‘school-to-prison pipeline’
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A poll shows 84% of parents polled support eliminating suspensions in Pre-K through 3rd grade.
Crime and Justice
PA governor candidates Josh Shapiro and Doug Mastriano on stopping crime
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In recent months, the specter of crime has been a central talking point in Republican state Sen. Doug Mastriano’s campaign for governor.
Crime and Justice
Medical billing company faces lawsuit after ransomware attack
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Practice Resources LLC. hosts the data from 28 different medical practices across New York.
Crime and Justice
Police seeing more drug overdoses at the New York State Fair
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“We had about four or five on the grounds, even before the fair started. So there were a number of workers who overdosed.”
Crime and Justice
A lawsuit window for PA survivors of childhood sexual abuse could open as early as next May
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State legislative leaders say they’ll take a procedural vote on the proposal early next year. 2023 primary voters would then get to weigh in.
Crime and Justice
DEA warns brightly-colored Fentanyl in New York targets children for addiction
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The look is part of a deliberate strategy by drug cartels to target young children.
Crime and Justice
Teachers say more must be done to stop acts of school violence
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The man accused in the mass shooting in Buffalo allegedly threatened to commit a murder-suicide at his high school near Binghamton.
App NEWS
The FBI subpoenaed several PA GOP lawmakers and we still don’t know why
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The Washington Post reported the Justice Department is particularly interested in a scheme to appoint slates of illegitimate Republican electors.
Crime and Justice
Buffalo massacre survivors not getting needed help, says activist
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“I’m sorry to say this, I thought I was an old slave begging to not die.”
App NEWS
New York governor condemns ‘cowardly attack’ on Salman Rushdie
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Hadi Matar, a 24-year-old from Fairview, N.J., was charged with attempted murder and assault, New York State Police said.
Crime and Justice
Hochul says red flag law usage has doubled since an executive order and new laws were passed
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“I want to be in the business of preventing crimes more so than trying to solve crimes. A red flag (law) allows us to do that.”
Crime and Justice
After Buffalo massacre, New York governor pledges $10 million to fight domestic terrorism
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“I committed to New Yorkers that we will confront the scourge of domestic terror head-on.”
App NEWS
Governor Hochul, facing political pressure, defends her stance on bail reform
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Her opponent has called for a full repeal of the state’s bail reform laws, which ended most forms of cash bail.
Government
AAA survey reveals not many drivers follow New York’s ‘Move Over’ law
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State troopers issued 10,000 Move Over tickets last year, and 4,000 already this year.
Crime and Justice
Conklin suspect in mass killing indicted on federal hate crime charges
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If convicted on all 27 counts, the suspect could face either the death penalty or a maximum sentence of life in prison without parole.
Crime and Justice
Supreme Court strikes down New York law that restricts concealed carrying of guns
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The U.S. Supreme Court, in a 6-3 opinion, ruled that New York’s restrictions on the concealed carry of firearms in public violates the Second Amendment.
Crime and Justice
Statewide Pennsylvania police hiring database hindered by loopholes, lack of enforcement
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The database was hailed as a model to stop bad officers from job hopping. But now legislative changes are needed to make it more effective.
Crime and Justice
Gun trafficking legislation pushed by Gillibrand included in senate framework
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“It makes gun trafficking a federal crime. And it makes sure there are penalties for the kingpins and people who are running these trafficking rings.”
Crime and Justice
Read the new criminal complaint against the accused Buffalo shooter
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The 18-year-old Conklin native is accused of killing 10 and injuring three others when he allegedly opened fire at a Tops Market in Buffalo.
Crime and Justice
Clean Slate Act passes New York state senate, fate unclear
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“This is a restorative bill. It’s about rehabilitation, it’s about our communities. It’s about investing.”
The Diocese of Rochester proposes settlement of bankruptcy case; survivors of sexual abuse push back
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“By offering such a low number the diocese has re-victimized clergy sexual abuse survivors.”
Crime and Justice
Citing Buffalo mass shooting, state education department cancels U.S. history Regents exam
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“The tragedy in Buffalo has created an unexpected and unintended context for the planned assessment.”
Crime and Justice
Governor signs Adult Survivors Act, giving victims their day in court
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“Today is a good day, today is a righteous day, because it is a victory for justice. And it is long overdue.”
Crime and Justice
Governor’s views on gun control have evolved
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Among the proposals is one that would close a loophole, and outlaw a category of weapons designed to evade the New York’s gun control laws.
Crime and Justice
Parts of the Buffalo shooter’s alleged screed were copied from other sources
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Investigators say they are looking into a document published online filled with rants about race and the “replacement” theory.
App NEWS
What top New York lawmakers want after Buffalo mass shooting
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“This coward manifested white supremacy in a violent and tragic way.”
App NEWS
The Buffalo shooting shocks residents of the alleged gunman’s hometown
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Residents of Conklin, New York, are surprised the teen accused of a mass shooting was a neighbor. People of color in Binghamton have a different view.
App NEWS
After Buffalo mass murders, governor calls for action from social media companies
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“I want them to have … a system that would immediately alert individuals.”
App NEWS
In Conklin, residents shocked Buffalo suspect is from area: ‘It’s just not comprehensible’
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The small, mostly white town is just outside of Binghamton. Conklin residents are trying to make sense of the shooting.
Crime and Justice
Supporters of the Adult Survivors Act Frustrated with the New Assembly’s inaction
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“How many times do survivors have to relive their trauma at a press conference or in front of legislators before you take action?”
Crime and Justice
Former New York Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin is now off the ballot after New York legislature acts
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For this election cycle, the rule applies only to Benjamin, who was indicted April 12 on federal corruption charges and resigned later that day.
Crime and Justice
Hundreds honor 4 fallen Pennsylvania State Police troopers with tributes, salutes, and prayers
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“It’s always in the back of your mind as a law enforcement officer that that danger is real and it’s out there.”
Crime and Justice
Schumer pushes for more funding in the fight against gun violence
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“We’ll be paid back many times over with greater peace in our communities, less violence in our communities.”
Crime and Justice
With six weeks left in legislative session, poll finds governor’s job approval faltering
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Voters increasingly disapprove of how the governor is handling a number of issues like crime and the economy.
Crime and Justice
Governor on repeat arrestees: “There will be consequences”
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Lawmakers on both sides of the issue said public safety changes were the biggest hurdle to clear in budget negotiations.
Crime and Justice
Pennsylvania aims to reduce wait for clemency by years
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April is recognized nationally as Second Chance Month.
App NEWS
Hochul wants to change New York’s bail reform law, again. What does that mean for the Southern Tier?
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Data analysis suggests the Southern Tier saw a slight increase in racial equity since bail reform was first passed, but also more re-arrests.
App NEWS
Bail reform changes remain a factor in New York budget talks
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Marvin Mayfield with the Center for Community Alternatives blamed law enforcement and some politicians, who he said deliberately spread misinformation.
App NEWS
Governor’s memo fails to ease tensions over bail reform laws
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A 10-point memo written by Hochul would make changes to the state’s bail reform laws has done nothing to ease agitation over rising crime rates.
Crime and Justice
Former PA Attorney General Kathleen Kane arrested for DUI
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Kathleen Kane was involved in an accident Saturday evening in her hometown of Scranton.
Crime and Justice
Governor supports concept of Adult Survivors Act, and will work with New York lawmakers
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The bill was modeled after the Child Victims Act, which created a temporary look back window for victims of child sex abuse to bring civil claims against abusers.
Crime and Justice
New York Conservatives Propose Severe Penalty for ‘Cop Killers’
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The Proposal Comes After the Deaths of NYPD Officers Wilbert Mora and Jason Rivera.
App NEWS
Republican state lawmakers rally for criminal justice changes in New York
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“I would argue that the victims of all of these crimes we’re talking about, they are victims of color and minorities in many, many cases.”
Crime and Justice
Governor’s plan to overhaul ethics commission wins praise — and some questions
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“This would be such a vast improvement over the disaster that is JCOPE.”
Crime and Justice
A year after the insurrection, PA voters, candidates and policy still influenced by what happened
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“Consensus among voters is really clear. Most voters do not want to see that happen again.”
Crime and Justice
The insurrection: A complete guide to what we know about Pennsylvania’s role
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The Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection was the culmination of deliberate lies and misinformation that involved dozens of Pennsylvanians.
Crime and Justice
Hochul administration punts future of bail reform to New York legislature
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“Our main focus is public safety, protecting people where they live, and finding all of the opportunities to do that, and make sure it makes sense.”
App NEWS
Binghamton High School goes remote after fights, vandalism
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Students at Binghamton High School will move to remote learning and it’s not because of COVID-19. The shift online is in reaction to recent behavior issues among students.
Citizen commission hands down seven ideas to change PA state police practices
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Gov. Tom Wolf created the panel, known as the State Law Enforcement Citizen Advisory Commission, in July in the wake of racial justice and police accountability protests.
App NEWS
Cuomo’s videotaped testimony released as former governor faces new federal probe
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“It would be an act of insanity to touch a woman’s breast and make myself vulnerable to a woman for such an accusation.”
App NEWS
Report: Ithaca’s police staffing levels ‘sufficient’ to handle calls
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The findings are contrary to messaging from the Ithaca Police Department and its labor union, the Ithaca Police Benevolent Association.
Crime and Justice
BGM mayor says more funding is key to reducing gun crime
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“It is much harder to protect our communities due to the handcuffs that are being put on judges, district attorneys, and police officers.”
Crime and Justice
New York governor opens door to reforming bail reforms
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“I’ll work with the Legislature to address this … to make sure their needs that they hear from their constituents just as much as I do, and we’ll get it done.”
Crime and Justice
A massive probe of PA’s largest pension fund is nearly done, but taxpayers may never know the results
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The PSERS board is debating how much to share with the public, how soon to share it — and how to cope with a pushback from employees.
Crime and Justice
Cuomo harassment probe transcripts released, including former governor’s testimony
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Now a private citizen, Andrew Cuomo continues to deny that he ever touched anyone inappropriately.
App NEWS
Bail reform was a wedge issue in 2021. Will it be a factor in 2022?
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“The effects of bail and discovery reform and the dismantling of our criminal justice system, has effected every New Yorker and made them less safe.”
App NEWS
Proposed legislation would change New York’s bail reform law, but not scrap it
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This doesn’t get rid of bail reform, said Congressman Katko, but gives more power to judges to consider this dangerousness concept when considering bail.
App NEWS
Governor Hochul Stays Out of Cuomo Attacks on Investigators
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“Everything else will unfold with or without my commentary, and that’s just fine with me.”
App NEWS
Sheriff calls Cuomo criminal complaint case “solid”
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“Mr. Cuomo is scheduled to appear November 17th in Albany City Court. At which point he’ll be processed.”
Crime and Justice
Cuomo to be charged with misdemeanor sex crime over alleged groping of former aide
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“Governor Cuomo has never assaulted anyone, and Sheriff Apple’s motives here are patently improper. Sheriff Apple didn’t even tell the District Attorney what he was doing.”
Crime and Justice
New York Cannabis Board Calls Free Marijuana Samples Illegal
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The Chemung County district attorney’s office may raid a cannabis-gifting establishment in Elmira practicing “gifting.”
Crime and Justice
Governor Enacts New Anti-Harassment Policies for New York’s Workforce
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“We will take every complaint of harassment and discrimination seriously.”
App NEWS
PA Governor Targets ‘Corrosive’ Sexual Violence At Colleges, Universities
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The governor and Democratic lawmakers want to make affirmative consent policies standard practice at Pennsylvania colleges and universities.
Crime and Justice
Former New York Governor Still Fighting Report That Found He Sexually Harassed 11 Women
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“(The state attorney general) had a motive to draw every possible inference against the governor, who was a political rival.”
Crime and Justice
New York Lawmakers And Advocates Discuss Court Fee And Surcharge Elimination
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“We know that the vast majority of people who go through the criminal court system in New York State, are lower income individuals.”
App NEWS
PA Lawmakers Pushed For Federal Investigation Into False Claims Of Election Fraud
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“We must never allow this unprecedented abuse of power to happen again.”
Crime and Justice
Calling Opioid Crisis Personal, New York’s Governor Signs Anti-Addiction Bills Into Law
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The law will require better addiction treatment for prison inmates, and divert some offenders into rehab programs instead of jail.
Crime and Justice
PA Charges Energy Transfer With Environmental Crimes Over Mariner East Pipeline Project
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Texas-based pipeline builder Energy Transfer faces 48 criminal charges related to construction of its Mariner East pipeline project.
Crime and Justice
PA School Pension Fund Leaders Seek To Gag Board Members Over Media Leaks
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Upset at leaks about a federal investigation of the PSERS pension fund, board leaders have cut off other board members from legal briefings.
Crime and Justice
Fire Damaged Susan B. Anthony House May Reopen For Tours Next Wednesday
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The fire last weekend is considered suspicious, and investigators are looking into it.
Crime and Justice
SEC’s Probe Of PA School Pension Fund Examines Staff Gifts And Trips From Wall Street Firms
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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has widened the federal scrutiny of Pennsylvania’s mammoth public school pension plan.
App NEWS
Gillibrand Reintroduces Federal Gun Trafficking Legislation
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“They can be prosecuted up to 25 years in prison if they’re convicted of running a trafficking ring. So it puts teeth.”
Crime and Justice
Embattled PA Teacher Pension Fund Subpoenaed Over ‘Compensation And Gifts’ To Staff
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The FBI and federal prosecutors launched a criminal probe of the $70 billion PSERS plan in March.
App NEWS
PA Commission Votes To Scale Back ‘Prison Gerrymandering’ Reform
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About 7,000 prisoners will still be counted as residents of the districts where their prisons are located.
Crime and Justice
50 Years Later: The Legacy Of The Attica uprising
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“And unfortunately, the vast majority of the changes have been for the worse, not for the better.”
App NEWS
New York’s Ethics Agency Refers Alleged Cuomo Leak to Attorney General for Investigation
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Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo may be out of office, but his legal troubles aren’t over just yet.
Crime and Justice
In Farewell Address, Cuomo Doubles Down on Defense While Highlighting Accomplishments
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“The attorney general’s report was designed to be a political firecracker on an explosive topic.”
Crime and Justice
F&M Poll Shows Most Conservative Pennsylvanians View 1/6 Insurrection Negatively
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“Do you think it would be good or bad for our democracy if the events that took place at the capitol on January sixth happened after every election?”
Crime and Justice
Assembly Will Release Final Cuomo Impeachment Report, Speaker Says
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The Assembly dropped the probe on Friday after advice from attorneys that it wouldn’t be legal to impeach Cuomo after he’s left office
Crime and Justice
Hochul Takes No Position On Impeachment Proceedings
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“I’ve been in this business long enough to know that it’s not in the purview of the New York State governor to dictate to the New York State Assembly.”
Government
In Barely A Year, Governor Cuomo Went From A Pandemic Hero To A Political Pariah
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The investigation brought down the governor less than a year after he won an Emmy Award for his famous coronavirus briefings.
App NEWS
Despite Cuomo Resignation, Ranking Impeachment Committee Member Wants To Continue
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“There is a lot there. You know, we didn’t just investigate sexual misconduct allegations like the Attorney General. We have investigations in several other areas that are pending.”
Crime and Justice
Assembly Could Conclude Impeachment Investigations in ‘Weeks’
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“You want to make sure things are right, but also done in an expeditious manner. And, you know, I believe that this is going to be dealt with in weeks.”
Crime and Justice
Cuomo Attorney: My Client Was ‘Ambushed’ By Attorney General’s Sexual Harassment Report
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“There has been no open-minded fact-finding in this case.”
binghamton
Cuomo Accuser Speaks Publicly For First Time
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“It was the right thing to do. The governor needs to be held accountable.”
App NEWS
PA’s Taxpayer-Funded System For Lawmaker Perks Is Ripe For Abuse
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Despite warnings from good-government advocates and even some inside the Capitol that the state’s reimbursement systems are ripe for abuse.
Crime and Justice
Sheriff Confirms Investigation Into “Executive Assistant #1” Allegation Against Cuomo
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“We will cooperate fully with the Albany sheriff and turn over all evidence related to this complainant.”
Crime and Justice
In Light Of The AG’s Report, Will Cuomo Be Impeached?
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Democrats will decide whether to move forward with impeachment charges against the governor. They’ve been building their own report to determine whether that’s the right move.
App NEWS
Child Victims Act Lawsuit Window Ends August 13
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Survivors say it’s not too late to file a claim, but some would like another legal window sometime in the near future.
App NEWS
After Pushback In PA, A Widely Criticized Mandatory Minimum Bill Is On Hold
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Pennsylvania legislative leaders say a bill that would institute new mandatory minimum sentences for gun-related crime is “off the calendar,” at least temporarily.
Crime and Justice
New York Attorney General, Local Law Enforcement Take Down Two Major Drug Rings
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This comes as opioid overdoses and gun violence surge across the state.
Crime and Justice
Critics: New York Doesn’t Need Another State of Emergency
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“Review some of the soft-on-crime pieces of legislation that have been passed in the last few years. I think the combination of all of those policies is having a big effect on this increase in violent crime.”
New York Court Suspends Giuliani From Practicing Law Over 2020 Vote Fraud Claims
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The court’s decision states that Rudy Giuliani’s conduct as a lawyer for former President Donald Trump during the election and in the aftermath “threatens the public interest.”
Crime and Justice
Wegmans Says Customers’ Personal Data May Have Been Exposed
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Wegmans recently notified customers that two databases used for the company’s internal business purposes were inadvertently left open to potential outside access.
Crime and Justice
After GOP Senators Block Insurrection Commission, New York Republican Says ‘It’s Not Over Yet’
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Five people were killed, including three law enforcement officers, in a riot at the Capitol, following a rally for then-President Trump. More than a hundred officers were injured.
Crime and Justice
PA Congressman’s Letter Surfaces In U.S. House Investigation Into Jan. 6 Insurrection
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The effort supported a wider goal of overturning or invalidating election results in several swing states, including Pennsylvania.
Crime and Justice
Clergy Abuse Victims Want Speedier Action; Rochester Diocese Proposes $35 Million Settlement
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The Diocese said the proposed settlement would be “a significant step forward” to compensate survivors of sexual abuse who have filed claims in the bankruptcy case.
Crime and Justice
New York Legislature To Act On Some (But Not All) Criminal Justice Measures
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“If we were talking about very specific crimes, non-violent crimes, first offender type crimes, that’s something that I could consider. But we’re not talking about that. We’re talking about all crimes.”
Crime and Justice
Advocates Demand Assembly Action On The Adult Survivors Act
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“With a 62 to nothing vote in the senate just last week, I don’t know what else they need to know or learn about the bill, I think they just need to bring it to the floor.”
Crime and Justice
New York Lawmakers Reach Deal On Criminal Justice Measures
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The two bills would, respectively, allow people who’ve served their full sentence to have records sealed in most cases, and reduce the likelihood that technical parole violations will land them back in prison.
App NEWS
Parole Changes In The Spotlight As New York’s Legislative Session Ends
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The Elder Parole measure would require a person who is 55 or older to be considered for release by the parole board if they’ve served at least 15 years of their sentence.
Crime and Justice
A Last-Minute Push For Clean Slate In New York
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“I’m the manager at a bank, I’m looking to hire somebody. I can’t know if this person stole money in his previous job, or her previous job.”
Crime and Justice
GOP Lawmakers Push Back Against Criminal Justice Changes
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“It seems like every morning we wake up to see another story about violence in our streets or a shooting where innocent victims are either killed or injured.”
App NEWS
Assembly Impeachment Inquiry Committee Gives Update On Cuomo Case
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“There is already more than enough evidence to warrant Cuomo’s removal from office, yet the Assembly continues to dither and protect his power at the expense of New Yorkers.”
App NEWS
New York Attorney General Seeks Statewide Use of Force Standard for Police
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“This has rekindled a flame of righteousness, and righteous indignation that has been smoldering for centuries. We are in the midst of a racial reckoning in this country.”
What We Know So Far About The Trump Organization Criminal Investigation
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The New York attorney general’s office has expanded its probe of former President Donald Trump’s business. Here’s what that means — and what could come next for the criminal inquiry.
Crime and Justice
New York Lawmakers, Advocates Push “End Predatory Court Fees Act”
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“Marginalized New Yorkers who can’t pay the arbitrary fees baked into nearly every step of our state’s legal process deserve a justice system that doesn’t pick their pockets and jeopardize their freedom.”
App NEWS
New York Bill Would Give Adult Sexual Abuse Survivors Their Day In Court
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The bill is gaining strength in the State Legislature.
Crime and Justice
New York Correction Officers Sue To Overturn New Solitary Confinement Law
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“This ‘reform’ shows a deliberate and callous indifference to the lives and safety of Correction Officers, Correction Sergeants and peaceful incarcerated individuals in the general population of State prisons.”
Crime and Justice
Bill In New York Legislature Would Erase Some Lingering Criminal Records
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“I’ve been denied a lot of jobs because of my criminal background. I’ve been denied a lot of housing throughout the years because of my criminal background.”
App NEWS
New York Lawmakers Hear Testimony On ‘Clean Slate’ Legislation
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“If passed, this legislation would pose a serious threat to public safety. Day care providers would have no way to ensure the people they hire to look after your children are not violent criminals.”
New York Man Guilty Of Threatening To Kill Congress Members
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Although he was not at the Jan. 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol, Brendan Hunt posted statements on social media prior to and following the riot calling for the killing of elected officials.
Crime and Justice
District Attorneys Push Back On Proposed Prosecutorial Misconduct Panel
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Another version was struck down in court early last year, when a state judge declared it unconstitutional as written.
Federal Investigators Search Rudy Giuliani’s Apartment Over Ukraine Ties
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The former New York City mayor has been under investigation for years by federal authorities, who have been looking into his business dealings in Ukraine.
Asian Man In Critical Condition After Another Attack In New York City
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In an attack that is being investigated as a possible hate crime, a 61-year-old Asian man was pushed to the ground and kicked in the head repeatedly on Friday evening.
Crime and Justice
Assembly Impeachment Inquiry Leader Gives Update On Cuomo Investigations
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Judiciary Committee Chair Charles Lavine said a hotline set up by the committee has generated over 200 tips on probes into sexual harassment allegations made by multiple women.
Crime and Justice
Democrats Seek To Build On Recent Criminal Justice Changes
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“We know that real justice is not found in a single conviction. Real justice is transformative, systemic change.”
Crime and Justice
Advocates, Lawmakers Hope To Reform Parole In 2021 Session
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“When the parole board in the State of New York does not grant the paroles that so many deserve, and you allow them to die in prisons, you have now become a murderer yourself.”
New York Assembly Hires Top Law Firm For Cuomo Investigation
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The attorneys tapped to handle the investigation include a former federal prosecutor who helped investigate foreign meddling in the 2016 election.
Crime and Justice
The FBI Has Arrested Over 300 Capitol Insurrectionists. About A Tenth Are From PA
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Several of the men and women from Pennsylvania are among the highest-profile cases under investigation by the FBI.
In DC Insurrection, Federal Judge Orders Buffalo Man Held Without Bond
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The defendant is accused of helping rioters overpower D.C. Metropolitan Police Officer Michael Fanone, who was beaten with flagpoles, tased and had his gear stolen.
Crime and Justice
Unemployment Insurance Fraud? Even A District Attorney Can Be A Victim
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“The Department of Labor told my office that they are investigating, and they have already identified 425,000 fraudulent claims statewide.”
App NEWS
Prude Case Raises Questions On Reforming New York’s Criminal Justice System
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“It’s kind of a Catch-22. They teach the only way to subdue (a person) under excited delirium is choke holds — knees to the neck, hog ties — things of that nature which brings on death.”
After Lengthy Legal Battle, New York Prosecutor Receives Trump Tax Returns
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The office of Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance, Jr. confirmed that it obtained the former president’s tax returns and related documents on Monday.
Life Without Parole For ‘Felony Murder’: PA Case Targets Sentencing Law
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More than 1,000 people are serving life sentences in Pennsylvania, even though they never intended to kill anyone — 70% of them are Black. A lawsuit calls the concept cruel and unconstitutional.
Got The COVID Vaccine? Don’t Show Your Card Online, BBB Warns
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“There’s a lot of ways that scammers can use this information.”
Mets Terminate General Manager Who Reportedly Sent Lewd Texts To Reporter
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The team’s owner said Jared Porter has been terminated after ESPN reported he repeatedly sent explicit messages to a reporter while he worked for the Chicago Cubs in 2016.
Crime and Justice
Cuomo: ‘I Believe President Trump Should Resign’
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“I call on every New York federal official to call on president Trump’s resignation. Don’t put the country through impeachment. Don’t wait for any cabinet action. Call for him to resign as his own act.”
New Yorkers Who Attacked The U.S. Capitol Could Face Federal Prosecution
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“They don’t necessarily have to know they traveled to go to a riot. They just have to travel and then intentionally get themselves intentionally involved in a riot.”
Crime and Justice
Top PA Law Enforcement Leaders Pledge To Prosecute Insurgents
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“The question is whether or not the evidence can be linked to a particular individual and what is the proper jurisdiction to bring those charges.”
Crime and Justice
Advocates, Legislators Call For Limits On Solitary Confinement
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As the New York state legislature resumes session today (Wednesday), advocates and some legislators are calling for limits on solitary confinement in state prisons.
Crime and Justice
Confidentiality Program Gives Victims Of Domestic Violence Online Access To Protections
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“You can just go online and just fill out the application. Which is especially helpful with COVID, thinking about ways to give survivors access to resources in a faster way.”
Government
COVID-19, Criminal Justice on the Ballot this Year in NY
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After the new bail reform laws took effect in January, some areas of the state started to report a rise in crime, particularly in New York City.
Crime and Justice
Judge Rules New York Attorney General Must Depose By Oct. 7
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“To be clear, no entity or individual is allowed to dictate how or when our investigation will proceed or set the parameters of a lawful investigation,”
Crime and Justice
Can One Support Black Lives Matter And Still Prosecute Marijuana Cases? This PA Prosecutor Says Yes.
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Months of protests urged prosecutors and police to support criminal justice reform. But court records show a different path.
Crime and Justice
Report: SEC To Look At Government Loan To Kodak
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U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, (D-Massachusetts) said she sent a letter to the SEC Chairman asking that agency to look at the potential for insider trading.