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Challenges Await Mamdani as Hopes Rise for Closure of Notorious Rikers Island Jail Complex

For New York City’s mayor, the hard part isn’t deciding whether or not to shut down Rikers, but figuring out how to do it safely and in a timely way.

News • 02.23.2026

Deadly Errors: Why People Keep Dying Inside Cuyahoga County’s Jail

Jail administrators fail to fix mistakes that continue to cost lives, an analysis of state records by The Marshall Project - Cleveland shows.

Cleveland • 02.09.2026

Journalists: How to Include Family Perspectives in Prison Death Coverage

Family members’ experiences are key to understanding deaths in custody. These engagement tactics can unlock their untold stories.

Investigate This • 01.20.2026

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