New York City
Elizabeth Warren Talks Corruption, Workers’ Rights at Washington Square Park Rally
Elizabeth Warren spoke to a packed crowd on Monday.
Protestors March for Animal Rights
Animal rights activists marched — but did not speak — to protest the use of animal products during the second annual March of Silence.
Protestors at World Trade Center Call to Abolish ICE
The group “Rise and Resist” held a silent protest in the World Trade Center’s Oculus to bring attention to U.S. immigration policy and to mourn lives lost during U.S.-Mexico border disputes.
Rubin Hall Bakes Cookies for Firefighters on 9/11
Heidi White and Rubin Hall residents baked cookies for firefighters and delivered a sign with notes from members of Rubin to show appreciation on 9/11.
City Council Holds Potential Final Meeting on Rikers’s Closure
With Rikers Island slated to close by 2026, the public had something to say about it.
Students, Staff Speak at ‘Writers for Migrant Justice’
Members of the NYU community participated in a poetry reading event to raise money for those affected by the migrant crisis.
NYU Center Finds Chinatown Jail Proposal Puts Seniors’ Health at Risk
A study done by NYU’s Center for the Study of Asian American Health found that construction of a jail as part of a 10-year plan to close Rikers Island could seriously harm the health of local seniors.
New Yorkers Protest After Transgender Woman Dies While in Jail
Layleen Polanco died in the city’s custody last Friday — on Monday, protestors gathered at Foley Square to call on the city to launch an investigation into her death.
Uber and Lyft Drivers Strike Over Poor Working Conditions
At a rally outside of the ride-hailing companies’ Long Island City offices, drivers demanded fare regulation and employee rights ahead of Uber’s IPO on Friday.
Fire Erupts on University Place
There were no serious injuries after a fire at an office building on University Place, but two people went to the hospital for smoke inhalation.
How The L Train Shutdown Is Affecting Students
After the MTA announced that it would partially shut down the L train for renovations, students share how the construction has affected their commutes.
Student Covers Washington Square Park With Catcalls
Owner of popular account catcallsofnyc hosted a chalking event at Washington Square Park for International Anti-Street Harassment Week.
