The Beggining Of The End Of Cannabis Prohibition
The federal government is moving toward “rescheduling” cannabis to recognize its medicinal use. That’s not far enough — but it’s a major step forward. By Paul
RIOC Now, Is a Rising Tide Lifting All the Boats?
Young as it is, Roosevelt Island looks like it’s getting a facelift as a rising tide in morale brings freshly groomed features into view. by
Family of Teen Killed by NYPD Says Cops Mistreated Them After Shooting
Win Rozario’s brother and parents have also called on officers Matthew Cianfrocco and Salvatore Alongi to be fired and charged with murder. By Reuven Blau,
City Ordered to Fix Broken Pledge to Make Half of Taxis Wheelchair-Accessible
With fewer than one in three cars outfitted for people with disabilities despite landmark 2013 deal, Manhattan federal judge demands speedy plan to boost numbers.
Federal judges to ‘boycott’ Columbia students over protests
(The Center Square) — More than a dozen federal judges are pledging not to hire students from Columbia University over its handling of the pro-Palestinian
At 94, Piano Legend Roy Eaton Plays Again in Bryant Park, Including a Premiere
Mark your calendars for June 28th. Roosevelt Island’s own Roy Eaton brings his keyboard magic to Bryant Park. A mainstay of the free noontime concerts
Freedom Fight: Roosevelt Island Hosts Banned Books Talk. You’re Invited.
On Thursday, May 16th from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., you’re invited to a banned books panel discussion at FDR Four Freedoms State Park. The discussion
Better Now: An Interim Look at RIOC with Gerrald Ellis
Featured last evening in a livestream from Community Board 8, RIOC Deputy General Counsel Gerrald Ellis talked about RIOC, its uniqueness and challenges. Wisely, he
Stranded in the ER, Seniors Await Hospital Care and Suffer Avoidable Harm
Judith GrahamUpdated May 6, 2024 Originally Published May 6, 2024 The Roosevelt Island Daily News Every day, the scene plays out in hospitals across America:
What it Takes to Operate Roosevelt Island with Deputy General Counsel Gerrald Ellis (RIOC)
Tonight at 6:30 on Zoom Roosevelt Island Committee Monday, May 6, 2024 – 6:30 PM This meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to