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Second Columbia University student activist arrested by ICE, attorneys say

1 week ago | spectrumnews1.com | Maya Rajamani |Louis Finley

A second Columbia University student who participated in campus protests against the war in Gaza has been arrested and detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, his attorneys say. Mohsen Mahdawi, a Palestinian green-card holder who is set to graduate from Columbia in May, was taken into ICE custody during a naturalization interview in Vermont on Monday, a court filing provided to NY1 by his lawyers says.
Muslim prayer room vandalized at NYU

2 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Louis Finley

Faiyaz Jaffer, Associate Chaplain NYU’s Islamic Center, says Muslim community members at NYU are a little unsettled after a student found their prayer space at the Bobst Library vandalized on Thursday. “This act is so vile and despicable,” Jaffer said.
Mourners gather to remember Tony Award-winning actor Gavin Creel

Dec 2, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Louis Finley

Gavin Creel, once again, lit up the marquee of the St. James Theater on Monday. Inside the theater, friends, family and fans gathered for a public celebration of the life and legacy of the Tony Award-winning actor and activist.
Judge says there are limits to sheriff's cannabis enforcement

Nov 1, 2024 | ny1.com | Louis Finley

A technicality could lead to changes in how the Sheriff’s Department in New York City handles raids on businesses illegally selling marijuana. “Whether you get off on a technicality or substantive grounds, this statute requires that inspections be conducted during normal business hours,” said attorney Lance Lazzaro. What You Need To KnowCloud Corner in Queens was closed in late August after a raid by the city sheriffThe business opened daily at 1 p.m..
Lawmakers hold town hall to address diversity within FDNY

Jul 18, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Louis Finley

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Closure of Mount Sinai Beth Israel on indefinite hold

Jul 10, 2024 | ny1.com | Louis Finley

Mount Sinai Beth Israel hospital will stay open for the foreseeable future unless it gets the seal of approval to close by the state Department of Health. "They can't close without the judge lifting the temporary restraining order," Arthur Schwartz, lead attorney in a lawsuit challenging the hospital's closure, said.
Faculty sets up encampment at The New School

May 9, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Louis Finley

Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments.
More than 150 pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at NYU campus

Apr 23, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Louis Finley

More than 150 pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested Monday evening by the NYPD on the campus of New York University, authorities told NY1. NYPD officers in riot gear were seen by NY1 crews restraining the protesters with zip ties and taking them onto police buses that were stationed nearby. Students were staying in tents at Gould Plaza near NYU's business school. They called for an end to the university’s collaborations with Israel, like NYU Tel Aviv.
Airstrike victim in Gaza helped New York City during pandemic

Apr 4, 2024 | ny1.com | Louis Finley

Lalzawmi “Zomi” Frankcom was one of the seven people killed Monday by an Israeli airstrike in Gaza. “Zomi is the nicest angel you would ever meet, a woman that has been in so many places around the world feeding people,” José Andrés, founder of World Central Kitchen, said.
Bronx bodega clerk held up at gunpoint

Mar 22, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Louis Finley

Bronx bodega clerk held up at gunpoint By Louis Finley The Bronx PUBLISHED 1:32 PM ET Mar. 22, 2024 PUBLISHED 1:32 PM EDT Mar. 22, 2024 Store owners band together to condemn yet another armed robbery in the Bronx. Bodega workers said they don't feel safe and want to see a change in bail reform laws before tragedy strikes again.