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Afghan New Yorkers Spring Into Action as Humanitarian Crisis Grows

Aug. 19, 2021, 11:44 p.m.May 30, 2024, 12:19 p.m.

The fall of Kabul has Afghans in New York mobilizing to help their families back home — along with any compatriots who may soon find themselves in the city. Some of the first refugees arrived at Kennedy Airport this week.

Public Safety

How Beach Erosion Played Part in Teen’s Drowning at Rockaway

Aug. 12, 2021, 2:56 p.m.Oct. 28, 2022, 2:31 p.m.

The strip of the shore where Matthew Wiszowaty was swimming had been blocked off because beach erosion makes it impossible to place a lifeguard chair there adequately. Still, some locals say the city should boost patrols at the popular spot.

Immigration

National Battle for Citizenship Path Marches Through New York City

Aug. 9, 2021, 10:53 p.m.Oct. 12, 2023, 7:58 a.m.

A national alliance of Temporary Protected Status holders sees New York and its politicians as a pressure-point in the fight for citizenship for immigrants temporarily allowed to live and work here due to turmoil in their home countries.

Immigration

Biden Expands Protections for Thousands of Haitians in New York and Beyond

Aug. 2, 2021, 10:00 p.m.Aug. 3, 2021, 7:52 a.m.

The White House is expected Tuesday to boost Temporary Protected Status for Haitians in the U.S. amid upheaval sparked by the assassination of the country’s president last month. One Brooklyn man called the Biden move “a gift from God.”

Police Reform

Department of Investigation Confirms Probe of NYPD Gang Database After Advocates Rally

July 27, 2021, 10:09 p.m.Feb. 3, 2022, 9:47 a.m.

The DOI revealed it began investigating the Criminal Group Database in 2018 — and told THE CITY the examination is “now in its final stages.” The news came after a coalition of activist groups renewed calls for a look into the controversial files.

Housing

Homeless Youth Finally Get Rent Help, But Aid Could be Fleeting

July 18, 2021, 7:49 p.m.July 18, 2021, 7:49 p.m.

Young people won’t have to automatically go to an adult shelter to become eligible for permanent housing help, thanks to new city and federal new direct rental assistance. But the first-come, first-served efforts are limited.

Campaign 2021

Perkins Holds Small Edge in Crowded Harlem Council Race as Newcomer Stands Out

June 25, 2021, 3:44 p.m.Oct. 12, 2023, 7:57 a.m.

Democratic socialist Kristin Richardson Jordan is in a virtual dead heat with longtime Harlem leader Bill Perkins, who ran for reelection in the 13-person contest despite health concerns and criticisms over his effectiveness.

Police Reform

Part Two of Brownsville Police Pull-Back Program Shows Success Even in Warm Weather

June 16, 2021, 9:58 p.m.June 16, 2021, 9:58 p.m.

“To capture the spirit of what was going on on the block, and how it made everybody feel and lifted everybody’s spirits, is not something that you can really put in words,” one participant said.

Rikers Island

Bronx Woman Mourns Son Who Died at Rikers as Cellmate Says Help was Slow to Come

June 15, 2021, 7:27 p.m.June 15, 2021, 9:46 p.m.

Jose Mejia Martinez became the third person jailed on a parole violation to die at the city jail since April. Another detainee told THE CITY a jail officer didn’t immediately get medical help for the ailing man, ed by his mother as “very caring.”

Elections

Will NYC’s Mayoral Wannabes Listen to Young New Yorkers?

June 6, 2021, 2:50 p.m.June 6, 2021, 2:58 p.m.

The pandemic and last year’s racial justice protests ignited increased youth interest in local politics. Whether or not they can vote, young New Yorkers want their priorities heard this election season.

Eileen Grench

Afghan New Yorkers Spring Into Action as Humanitarian Crisis Grows

How Beach Erosion Played Part in Teen’s Drowning at Rockaway

National Battle for Citizenship Path Marches Through New York City

Biden Expands Protections for Thousands of Haitians in New York and Beyond

Department of Investigation Confirms Probe of NYPD Gang Database After Advocates Rally

Homeless Youth Finally Get Rent Help, But Aid Could be Fleeting

Perkins Holds Small Edge in Crowded Harlem Council Race as Newcomer Stands Out

Part Two of Brownsville Police Pull-Back Program Shows Success Even in Warm Weather

Bronx Woman Mourns Son Who Died at Rikers as Cellmate Says Help was Slow to Come

Will NYC’s Mayoral Wannabes Listen to Young New Yorkers?

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