Jumaane D. Williams and Helen Rosenthal introduce “Right to Record Act” expanding New Yorkers’ Constitutional Right to Film Police

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On July 14, Council Member Jumaane D. Williams, Deputy Leader, and Council Member Helen Rosenthal, Chair of the Committee on Contracts, held a press conference to announce the introduction of the “Right to Record Act” (Int. 1235-2016). They were joined … Read More

City Hall lit orange for final day of National Gun Violence Awareness Month

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New York City raised awareness for gun violence by lighting City Hall the color orange the evening of June 30 to honor the final day of National Gun Violence Awareness Month. In addition to lighting City Hall orange, Mayor de … Read More