Jessica Washington, The Fuller Project, Author at THE CITY

Violent Crime Victims in New York Struggle to Access Funds Due to Them

June 1, 2022, 6:00 a.m.June 3, 2022, 10:07 a.m.

A vicious attack left Meghan Van Alystyne with extensive injuries and brain trauma. She gave up on navigating the Office of Victim Services’ bureaucracy — and she’s not alone.

Health

With the Supreme Court Set to Overturn Roe, New York Prepares to Become an Abortion Safe Haven

May 4, 2022, 8:55 a.m.March 14, 2024, 2:21 p.m.

In the wake of a leaked decision by Justice Samuel Alito gutting abortion rights, state lawmakers have introduced measures to expand access for the expected influx of abortion seekers.

Criminal Justice

DA Alvin Bragg Still Won’t Drop Charges Against Manhattan Woman Charged with Murder Who Says She Acted in Self-Defense

March 14, 2022, 5:50 p.m.Oct. 12, 2023, 8:02 a.m.

Tracy McCarter won a small concession from prosecutors, but the case drags on despite the new progressive district attorney’s labeling her charges “unjust” while looking to woo voters.

An NYPD officer monitors an anti-vaccine mandate protest at the MetroTech Center in Brooklyn, Feb. 7, 2022.

Public Safety

Do Police Help or Hurt Domestic Violence Survivors? New City Council Take a Stand

March 9, 2022, 5:00 a.m.March 9, 2022, 12:01 a.m.

Tiffany Cabán and Mercedes Narcisse plunge NYC’s legislature into a fierce debate dividing domestic violence advocates about the role of law enforcement in getting help for survivors.

Mental Health

Why Are Latina Moms in New York Reporting Such High Levels of Anxiety and Depression?

Jan. 17, 2022, 8:45 p.m.Jan. 18, 2022, 5:28 p.m.

The pandemic’s emotional strains are falling especially heavy on communities hit hardest by COVID, unemployment and child care challenges.

Coronavirus

COVID ‘Crisis Moment’ for Families With Children in NYC Pre-K and 3K Programs

Jan. 7, 2022, 2:54 p.m.Oct. 12, 2023, 8:02 a.m.

Ten-day quarantines are forcing families to keep young kids home, causing chaos for those in need of child care — regardless of negative COVID test results.

Work

Women With Children Having Harder Time Re-entering NYC Workforce

Nov. 22, 2021, 5:00 a.m.Nov. 22, 2021, 10:09 a.m.

A new study shows 41% of women living with kids in NYC are not working compared to 24% of men with children — a lingering effect of remote school and a perpetual child care challenge.

Youth

NYCHA Child Care Centers Plagued by Unsanitary and Unsafe Conditions, Operators Say

Oct. 26, 2021, 12:25 p.m.Oct. 26, 2021, 12:25 p.m.

Providers say they shoulder costs for heating and repairs — and have concerns for the children in their care. Some 400 child care centers are housed in buildings operated by NYCHA, a system beset by lead, mold and other woes.

Child Welfare

Maya Wiley Won’t Be New York’s Next Mayor. What Will Happen to Her Signature Proposal?

Oct. 4, 2021, 8:00 p.m.Oct. 4, 2021, 8:39 p.m.

After coming in third in the Democratic primary, Wiley says she plans to promote universal community care for children and older adults from outside the mayor’s — and governor’s – office. She’s hoping to get Eric Adams’ ear.

Maternal Health

A Young Black Mother Died During Treatment for Postpartum Depression. Her Family Demands Answers

Sept. 22, 2021, 1:00 p.m.Sept. 24, 2021, 11:57 a.m.

Denise Williams went to Queens Hospital Center last month. Her family found out 48 hours later that the 29-year-old mother of two had died at the city-run hospital. They still don’t know why.

Jessica Washington, The Fuller Project

Violent Crime Victims in New York Struggle to Access Funds Due to Them

With the Supreme Court Set to Overturn Roe, New York Prepares to Become an Abortion Safe Haven

DA Alvin Bragg Still Won’t Drop Charges Against Manhattan Woman Charged with Murder Who Says She Acted in Self-Defense

Do Police Help or Hurt Domestic Violence Survivors? New City Council Take a Stand

Why Are Latina Moms in New York Reporting Such High Levels of Anxiety and Depression?

COVID ‘Crisis Moment’ for Families With Children in NYC Pre-K and 3K Programs

Women With Children Having Harder Time Re-entering NYC Workforce

NYCHA Child Care Centers Plagued by Unsanitary and Unsafe Conditions, Operators Say

Maya Wiley Won’t Be New York’s Next Mayor. What Will Happen to Her Signature Proposal?

A Young Black Mother Died During Treatment for Postpartum Depression. Her Family Demands Answers

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