NYPD Archives - Page 27 of 44

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A councilman and top Public Advocate aide’s claim that they were harassed by police needs sorting out. Could be a job for the Civilian Complaint Review Board. But it probably…

ByKiera Feldman 0Comments

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Aug 2011

Justice

Opponents Of Over-Policing Target 'Vague Laws'

When you bump someone on the subway, is it a mistake or a misdemeanor? One advocacy group wants New York State to clarify vague laws that it says grant police…

ByLeah Robinson 0Comments

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Jul 2011

Education

Boxing Programs In Fight For Their Lives

Despite their traditional appeal as a way to get tough kids off the street, youth boxing programs are struggling to survive as foundations favor programs whose success is easier to…

ByIsabella Moschen 2Comments

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Jun 2011

Justice

In Debate Over New Jail, City Says An Aim Is To Prevent Violence

Hoping to reduce fights, prevent suicide and help inmates avoid returning to jail, New York is changing the way it evaluates new prisoners—and building a new jail. Advocates are split…

ByKelly Virella 0Comments

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Mar 2011

Education Opinion

Report From Lockdown High: Fear Vs. Facts On School Safety

An excerpt from a new book arguing that “punitive, zero tolerance strategies”—from metal detectors to clothing bans—aren’t as effective as their popularity suggests.

ByAnnette Fuentes 0Comments

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Mar 2011

ARTS and CULTURE Justice

Controversy Over Alleged Muslim Radicalization Not New

In 2007, the NYPD released a report about “the homegrown threat” that troubled local Muslim leaders by labeling innocuous behavior, like displaying concern for “the greater good,” as possible hallmarks…

ByJarrett Murphy 0Comments

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Jan 2011

Economy Education Investigations Justice

Teachers Are Fair Game, But Cops' Records Are Off Limits

The city is pressing to release internal ratings on public school teachers. But cops, prison guards and firefighters don’t have to worry about similar exposure.

ByJarrett Murphy 0Comments

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Jan 2011

Economy Government Justice