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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Documenting use of force positive step for NYPD

Documenting use of force positive step for NYPD

WSN Editorial Board October 5, 2015
The NYPD's reforms on the use of force are a step in the right direction.
All accounts of force used by the NYPD are now required to be reported.

NYPD now must report use of force against civilians

Carmen Russo, Contributing Writer October 5, 2015
The NYPD announced its plans to require its officers to document every time they use force on a civilian.

Crime Log: Sept. 13-19

Christine Wang, Deputy News Editor September 21, 2015
A weekly recap of crime from around the NYU campus.

Blake debacle underscores need for NYPD reform

WSN Editorial Board September 14, 2015
The James Blake case is the latest case of NYPD misconduct. It is past time for Bratton and de Blasio to act.

Crime log: Sept. 6 to 12

Christine Wang, Deputy News Editor September 14, 2015
A weekly recap of crime from around the NYU campus.
Conversation over police brutality needs nuance

Conversation over police brutality needs nuance

WSN Editorial Board April 26, 2015
The East Village killing of David Felix prompts further conversation of police brutality and the necessity of good relations between the NYPD and New Yorkers.

Crime Log: April 17 to 22

Lexi Faunce, Staff Writer April 26, 2015
A weekly roundup of crime from around campus.

Decriminalizing minor offenses a positive step

WSN Editorial Board April 21, 2015
Reclassifying minor offenses as civil infractions rather than criminal offenses is a step in the right direction, and the city council is to be commended.

Crime Log: April 8-16

Lexi Faunce, Staff Writer April 19, 2015
A weekly round-up of crime from around campus.

Hundreds protest police brutality

Amanda Morris, Contributing Writer April 14, 2015
Protesters took to the New York City streets as part of a national movement protesting police brutality.

Crime Log: April 1 to 6

Christine Wang, Contributing Writer April 12, 2015
A weekly roundup of crime from around campus.

Crime Log: March 26 to April 1

Lexi Faunce, Staff Writer April 5, 2015
A weekly round-up of crime from around campus.