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Elizabeth Glazer

Rikers Island, New York City's main jail complex, is known as one of the worst prisons in the United States.
Jan 2

NYC Takes First Major Step in Shuttering Notorious Rikers Island Prison Complex

New York City is moving forward in its plan to close one of the worst prisons in the United States.
By Madina Toure
Mayor Bill de Blasio discusses proposed changes to bail at a City Hall press conference today. (Photo: William Alatriste/New York City Council)
Oct 23

After Police Officer’s Death, de Blasio Calls for Tougher Bail Laws

Mayor Bill de Blasio said judges should consider dangerousness while setting bail or sentencing them to drug treatment instead of prison.
By Jillian Jorgensen
A Department of Correction bus outside Rikers island (Photo by Emily Assiran/New York Observer)
Jul 8

City to End Cash Bail for More Than 3,000 Accused New Yorkers

Mayor Bill de Blasio will announce today a $17.8 million plan to allow 3,000 accused New Yorkers to await trial under supervision at home.
By Jillian Jorgensen

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