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Harlem food bank funded by monies seized from criminals 
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office pays to feed Harlem residents through its Robin Hood-like Criminal Justice Investment Initiative.
Coronavirus forces prosecutors to embrace video conferencing in criminal probes. It’s raised a host of issues.
While some are reserving virtual interviews for white-collar cases that are particularly time-sensitive, perhaps involving an ongoing threat, others -- such as the Manhattan district attorney's office -- are using it with cases "across the board," said Karen Friedman Agnifilo, the office's chief assistant district attorney. They include cases of homicide, sexual assault, domestic violence, attempted murder and robbery.
On parole violations, less is more: Three DAs urge reform to stop sending people back to prison
Parole should combine support with supervision, aiding people with housing, employment, training and counseling to drive down failure and help people succeed. That’s the fairest and best way to promote public safety.
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 23 years on sex crime convictions
Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to 23 years on sex crime convictions in New York on Wednesday, following a landmark trial that spotlighted Hollywood power dynamics, predatory sexual violence and complex questions about the nature of consent and coercion.
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 23 years in prison after addressing his accusers in court
Harvey Weinstein was sentenced Wednesday in a New York courtroom to 23 years in prison, the culmination of a case that fueled the global #MeToo movement and encouraged women to speak out against sexual abuse.
Harvey Weinstein Is Found Guilty of Sex Crimes in #MeToo Watershed
Harvey Weinstein, the powerhouse film producer whose downfall over sexual misconduct ignited a global movement, was found guilty of two felony sex crimes on Monday after a trial at which six women testified that he sexually assaulted them.
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Reentry services are vital during COVID-19 to connect formerly incarcerated individuals with the healthcare, education, housing, and employment resources they need to succeed. More ⏩ https://t.co/uSTnWcfvKl https://t.co/WuKopkRoho
Our office's Hate Crimes Hotline remains a safe place to report. 📞 212-335-3100. For more resources for crime survivors during COVID-19 ⏩ https://t.co/uSTnWcfvKl https://t.co/VhhNoCqxsJ
The Living Redemption Youth Opportunity Hub is now serving as a food bank during the COVID-19 public health crisis with the help of funding from our Criminal Justice Investment Initiative. https://t.co/iVxwFrNJMa
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