Comptroller’s ‘Wall of Shame’ Dashboard Reveals NYC’s Top Labor Violators for 2024

Comptroller’s ‘Wall of Shame’ Dashboard Reveals NYC’s Top Labor Violators for 2024

By: Amir Khafagy| documentedny.com | Editorial credit: Ron Adar / Shutterstock.com New York City Comptroller Brad Lander has released the Employer Violations Dashboard for the second year in a row, which lists companies with a history of labor violations, including Amazon, DoorDash, and Crown Heights Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation. Workers can be fired by […]

New Video Shows Inhumane Conditions Inside ICE Detention Center at 26 Federal Plaza, ICE Breaking Oversight Law

New Video Shows Inhumane Conditions Inside ICE Detention Center at 26 Federal Plaza, ICE Breaking Oversight Law

Editorial credit: Christopher Penler / Shutterstock.com Despite ICE denials, video shows people detained for days in inhumane conditions with no change of clothes or showers Raw video available here, social video available here   New York, NY—Today, newly released video shows what immigrant New Yorkers have been telling their families and attorneys for months: the 10th Floor of 26 Federal Plaza […]

Adams Appoints New Head of City Hall Office for Childcare, as Advocates Call for More Funding

Adams Appoints New Head of City Hall Office for Childcare, as Advocates Call for More Funding

By: Julian Shen-Berro, chalkbeat.org | Editorial credit: Steve Sanchez Photos / shutterstock.com Mayor Eric Adams has appointed a new leader to oversee a City Hall office for early childhood education, filling the role more than a year after the former executive director departed. Amber Cartwright, who previously worked as vice president of core services at […]

Eric Adams Should No Longer Be Mayor of New York City

Eric Adams Should No Longer Be Mayor of New York City

By Citizens Union | Editorial credit: Christopher Penler / shutterstock.com  He should resign or be removed—but removal processes must be reformed New York, NY (February 19, 2025) – Citizens Union issues the following statement on behalf of its Board of Directors: “Mayor Eric Adams should resign from his office. His choices and actions over a […]

How a Child Can Find the Best Adult Care Program for Their Parents in NYC

How a Child Can Find the Best Adult Care Program for Their Parents in NYC

By Esther Claudette Gittens As parents age, many adult children face the challenging task of finding appropriate care solutions to ensure their parents’ well-being. In a city as bustling and diverse as New York City (NYC), this task can be both overwhelming and rewarding. With myriad options available, ranging from adult day care programs to […]

Manhattan F.D.A. Announces Indictment of Construction Firm for Stealing $67K From Immigrant Workers

Manhattan F.D.A. Announces Indictment of Construction Firm for Stealing $67K From Immigrant Workers

By:Amir Khafagy  On Thursday, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg Jr. announced the indictment of Kendis Paul, 45, and his company KEP Construction LLC for stealing approximately $67,000 from 10 former immigrant workers.  The indictment comes after the Worker’s Justice Project (WJP) first brought the case to light early last year. Since then, the WJP has assisted […]

Navigating Medicare and Medicaid for Affordable Healthcare in NYC Is Essential for Those Seeking Affordable Services

Navigating Medicare and Medicaid for Affordable Healthcare in NYC Is Essential for Those Seeking Affordable Services

By Esther Claudette Gittens Navigating healthcare coverage options like Medicare and Medicaid is essential for New York City residents seeking affordable medical services. This article outlines the eligibility criteria for both programs, provides a step-by-step guide to the application processes, and offers information on where to apply. Medicare Eligibility and Application in NYC Eligibility Criteria: […]

NYC Mayor Adams Considers Executive Orders to Repeal Sanctuary City Laws

NYC Mayor Adams Considers Executive Orders to Repeal Sanctuary City Laws

By DOCUMENTED, Fisayo Okare | Editorial credit: Artist Nadia Russ / shutterstock.com  This week, NYC Mayor Adams reiterated that he wants to go above the New York City Council’s authority and roll back NYC’s sanctuary city laws. Mayor Eric Adams positioned himself as a defender of immigrants rights on the campaign trail in 2021. But since the busing of […]

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