Day: November 16, 2022
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Criminal justice advocates push for sentencing reforms in New York
After an election with crime as a major focus, criminal justice reform advocates are now pushing Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers to overhaul New York’s sentencing laws. CBS New York news video.
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Yellow cabs increasing rates for first time in 10 years
Yellow cabs are about to cost you some more green. The Taxi and Limousine Commission voted unanimously this week to approve a nearly 23% rate hike. It’s the first increase in 10 years. CBS2’s Kevin Rincon heard from riders in Midtown.CBS New York news video.
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NYC proposes minimum pay rate for app-based restaurant delivery workers – $23.82 per hour
New York City is proposing the nation’s first minimum pay rate for app-based restaurant delivery workers. Now, restaurant and cafe meal delivery workers work as independent contractors and do not have a steady paycheck, and meal delivery workers allegedly earn less than $8 an hour-if you don’t count tips. The new base hourly rate is…
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Trans Awareness Week – New York City official video
City government should reflect the lives of all New Yorkers, including our proud trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming communities. I’m honored to have their voices and experiences guiding us. Our city will always be a home for the LGBTQ+ family. Happy #TransAwarenessWeek! NYC Mayor’s Office official video.
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Jerry Nadler Demands Congress End The ‘Oppressive’ Culture Of Silencing and Hiding Sexual Misconduct
On Wednesday, Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-NY) spoke about the Speak Out Act. S. 4524 AN ACT To limit the judicial enforceability of predispute nondisclosure and nondisparagement contract clauses relating to disputes involving sexual assault and sexual harassment. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress…