Some 30,000 people were arrested last year for the offense listed in New York’s penal code at section 165.15, or “theft of services,” the vague official designation for turnstile-jumping.
‘There exists a moral obligation to help the most vulnerable and afflicted populations in our society. This entails prioritizing housing for those in need, including individuals living with and affected…
The uproar over James Comey’s recent announcement has focused on FBI precedent against saying anything in cases that might influence an election. The fact is, the FBI often says little…
‘New York State spending on criminalization and incarceration of our communities has mushroomed over the past 30 years, while other critical social services and education and infrastructure investments have gone…
LaGuardia High School for Music & Art has produced a list of famous performers and artists. But some alums say the current leadership is emphasizing grades during the admissions process,…
While the latest Census Bureau numbers indicate some progress in the city, they also show disparities in recovery across the boroughs and the potential widening of inequality between the lowest…
The city must direct resources to ensure the delivery of comprehensive sexuality education—including lessons on sexuality, gender identity and expression, and supporting LGBTQ peers—to all students.
