Policy & Government

AG Seeking Public Testimony of NYPD Interactions for Upcoming Hearing

Members of the public are invited to provide written testimony for a video hearing

Jun 12, 2020 4:14 PM Read more >

State Lawmakers Repeal 50-A, Pass Sweeping Police Reform

The law shielding officer records from public scrutiny was repealed by the state legislature, which passed several bills aimed at greater police accountability.

Jun 10, 2020 3:37 PM Read more >

Mayor Says He'll Hold the NYPD Accountable... Time Will Tell.

Over the weekend, Mayor de Blasio announced plans to redistribute a portion of the NYPD's $6 billion funding to youth and other social services around the city.

Jun 9, 2020 2:37 PM Read more >

Meet Rita Joseph, a Candidate for Brooklyns 40th Council District

The veteran educator wants a seat at the table to improve her community.

Jun 8, 2020 11:53 AM Read more >

As City 'Un-Pauses,' Mayor Lifts Curfew One Day Early and Hints at Major Police Reforms

The City begins to re-open ... as well as the question of police accountability

Jun 8, 2020 6:09 AM Read more >

BLM Activist Challenging Rep. Yvette Clarke Hopes to Upend the Democratic Establishment

Brooklyn resident Isiah James is one of four Black Lives Matter advocates nationwide running for congressional leadership.

Jun 5, 2020 12:12 PM Read more >

Peaceful Protesters Face NYPD Backlash in Brooklyn

Despite declines in looting and vandalism, police made violent arrests across the city Wednesday night.

Jun 4, 2020 4:37 PM Read more >

In the Wake of Protests, Mayor de Blasio Visits Flatbush; Assemblymember Bichotte Introduces Bill to End Racial Profiling

As the community continues to protest in honor of George Floyd, Assembly Member Rodneyse Bichotte introduces legislation to stop police officers from racial profiling.

Jun 3, 2020 4:06 PM Read more >

Albany Lawmakers Pass a Wide-Ranging COVID-19 Package Of Legislation

For many, the centerpiece addresses overdue rent. But does the proposed law go far enough?

Jun 2, 2020 5:36 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Sees Night of Peaceful Protest as Other Boroughs Erupt

Well over a thousand Brooklynites gathered at Restoration Plaza in Bed-Stuy on Monday, in a peaceful protest for racial justice.

Jun 2, 2020 4:03 PM Read more >