Category: Crime
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NYPD struggles to stop crime in Times Square
An increase in tourism and a short-staffed police department may be to blame for a recent spike in robbery, burglary, and assault.
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Community centers strive for criminal justice reform
The court, the first of its kind in New York City, seeks to reduce incarceration and recidivism.
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SAFE Shelter Act would increase beds for single domestic violence survivors
The bill has passed both the Senate and Assembly and is now awaiting Governor Hochul’s signature.
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New Midtown coalition tackles quality of life issues
A group of city agencies has been working to improve the conditions in Midtown — but is it enough?
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Diamond district stores scammed out of thousands with fake crypto
Customer steals $190,000 worth of watches in fraudulent crypto exchange.
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Advocates Want More Done to Address Rise in Sexual Assaults
Rapes have increased in Midtown, but stigma and trauma prevent more survivors from coming forward.
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State Designates Times Square as “Gun-Free” Zone
New York designates Time Square a gun-free zone following the June Supreme Court ruling, which struck down a provision in the state’s concealed carry law.
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Asian-Owned Fashion Studios Still Suffer In Pandemic Recovery
Female workers at Asian-owned fashion studios feel unsafe
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Night Shift Workers Choose Longer Commutes in Fear of Subway Crime
Some New Yorkers are avoiding trains due to fear of subway crime.
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Arson Attacks in Chelsea Shock Community
Fires run rampant throughout Chelsea raising concerns over arson attacks.
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Chinatown Murders Reveal Systemic Issues in Homeless Policy
Following the killings of four homeless men in Chinatown, homeless advocates and the street population themselves say they need better long-term solutions to the homeless crisis.
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NYPD Still To Deliver On Supreme Court’s Order
The New York City Police Department (NYPD) has yet to release the data on arrests and summonses issued to New Yorkers for subway fare evasion across its over 300 stations.
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One Day at the Midtown Community Court
In the heavy, Thursday-morning quiet of the Midtown Community courtroom, screens mounted high on the walls played an informational slideshow. “One of the country’s first problem-solving courts,” a slide read. “If you are mandated to community service or social services sessions, go to the 6th floor: Alternative Sanctions Department.” The first United States Community Court…
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Case of missing student worries Chinese tourists visiting NYC
After a visiting Chinese student went missing in June, Chinese tourists in New York have mixed feelings about safety in the U.S.
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Peaceful co-existence in the 10th precinct
Chelsea’s 10th precinct is an oasis of calm, and residents know why.
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Chelsea Mosque develops new safety guide
The Muslim community at a Chelsea mosque institutes new safety procedures after the September 17 explosion in the area.
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Chelsea explosions — ongoing coverage
Two “intentional” explosions hit Chelsea on Saturday night.
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Local law calls for more information about school safety policies
A local law requiring the New York Police Department and Department of Education to provide information about school safety policies – including the number of metal detectors in schools – was signed by New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio on Oct. 13.
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Justice Center and neighborhood organizations shine light on financial abuse and domestic violence
Service organizations and Manhattan Family Justice Center work to spread awareness about the prevalence of economic abuse in cases of domestic violence.
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Seniors feel safer in Midtown West, but more improvements needed
As the Safe Streets for Seniors program ends, senior citizens in Midtown West are concerned about safety along Tenth Avenue.
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