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Special Report: Violence on Rikers Island Continues

A new report from the federal monitor overseeing City jails details five “serious and disturbing incidents involving harm to incarcerated persons” over the past two weeks.

LAS: Mayor’s Proposal Could Dramatically Increase Street Homelessness

The Mayor's proposed changes to New York City's Right to Shelter laws would force longtime New Yorkers and recent migrants alike onto the street.

LAS in the News 05.26.23

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.

LAS Lauds Passage of Bills to Expand Access to City Housing Vouchers

The New York City Council has passed a package of bills that will protect thousands from homelessness, helping them access and maintain housing.

LAS Vows to Defend NYC’s Critical Right to Shelter Protections

The Adams' Administration is seeking to circumvent a ruling which has aided New Yorkers in need of shelter and services for over 40 years.

LAS in the News 05.19.23

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.

LAS: Proposed Budget Cut Will Make Rikers Island More Dangerous

Mayor Eric Adams' plan to cut civilian programs from City jails will only serve to further destabilize an already dire situation.

LAS Lauds Grand Jury for Clearing Minor in Textbook Case of Self-Defense

Despite attempts from local elected officials to politicize the incident, a grand jury on Staten Island declined to bring charges against the 14-year-old boy.

LAS: Tragic Death of Jordan Neely Exposes Vast Inequity in NYC Justice System

Mr. Neely's death illuminates the existence of two different legal systems: one for white people, and the other, a far more racist, classist, and punitive system, for Black and Latinx New Yorkers.

LAS in the News 05.12.23

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.