With less than a year until the legal deadline to close Rikers, NYC is running out of time. But closing the complex alone won’t fix its jails. @liselpetis.bsky.social writes about the deeper challenge of creating a system that is safer and more humane.
www.vitalcitynyc.org/closing-rike...
www.vitalcitynyc.org/closing-rike...
Closing Rikers Is the (Relatively) Easy Part
Making the city’s jails better managed and more humane is a much deeper challenge.
www.vitalcitynyc.org
October 5, 2026 at 6:19 PM
With less than a year until the legal deadline to close Rikers, NYC is running out of time. But closing the complex alone won’t fix its jails. @liselpetis.bsky.social writes about the deeper challenge of creating a system that is safer and more humane.
www.vitalcitynyc.org/closing-rike...
www.vitalcitynyc.org/closing-rike...
NYC must close Rikers by summer 2027. The Manhattan jail meant to replace it won't open until 2032. Now construction is running into the night. So how far behind is the plan?
See more here: https://bit.ly/4dpRsy6
#CloseRikers #NYC
See more here: https://bit.ly/4dpRsy6
#CloseRikers #NYC
October 5, 2026 at 5:06 PM
NYC must close Rikers by summer 2027. The Manhattan jail meant to replace it won't open until 2032. Now construction is running into the night. So how far behind is the plan?
See more here: https://bit.ly/4dpRsy6
#CloseRikers #NYC
See more here: https://bit.ly/4dpRsy6
#CloseRikers #NYC
Rikers Island should not be New York's largest mental health provider.
As the city works toward closing the jail, there is a clear path to fixing this crisis: invest in community-based care, expand diversion programs, and improve reentry planning.
As the city works toward closing the jail, there is a clear path to fixing this crisis: invest in community-based care, expand diversion programs, and improve reentry planning.
Rikers Was Never Meant to Be a Mental Health Clinic. As the Notorious…
Vera works closely with government and civic leaders to urgently build and improve justice systems that ensure fairness, promote safety, and strengthen…
www.vera.org
October 5, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Rikers Island should not be New York's largest mental health provider.
As the city works toward closing the jail, there is a clear path to fixing this crisis: invest in community-based care, expand diversion programs, and improve reentry planning.
As the city works toward closing the jail, there is a clear path to fixing this crisis: invest in community-based care, expand diversion programs, and improve reentry planning.
#TrekBeaming
Day 5- TNG Beaming
“Second Chances”
On Nervala IV, a transporter malfunction created a duplicate of Lieutenant William Riker.
#StarTrekTNG
@shelfnerds.bsky.social
Day 5- TNG Beaming
“Second Chances”
On Nervala IV, a transporter malfunction created a duplicate of Lieutenant William Riker.
#StarTrekTNG
@shelfnerds.bsky.social
October 5, 2026 at 3:46 PM
#TrekBeaming
Day 5- TNG Beaming
“Second Chances”
On Nervala IV, a transporter malfunction created a duplicate of Lieutenant William Riker.
#StarTrekTNG
@shelfnerds.bsky.social
Day 5- TNG Beaming
“Second Chances”
On Nervala IV, a transporter malfunction created a duplicate of Lieutenant William Riker.
#StarTrekTNG
@shelfnerds.bsky.social
we can’t close rikers because we need a place for people who don’t leash their dogs
October 5, 2026 at 3:12 PM
we can’t close rikers because we need a place for people who don’t leash their dogs
Eight deaths occurred in New York City correctional custody. The Katal Center for Equity, Health and Justice condemned the New York State Commission of Correction for failing to address prison conditions and deaths.
davisvanguard.org/2026/10/kata...
davisvanguard.org/2026/10/kata...
New York Prison Watchdog Condemned for Inaction on Rikers Island as Deaths, Dangerous Conditions Persist - Davis Vanguard
The Katal Center for Equity, Health and Justice issued a statement challenging New York’s State Commission of Correction for its perceived failure to address critical issues within the state’s correct...
davisvanguard.org
October 5, 2026 at 1:16 PM
Eight deaths occurred in New York City correctional custody. The Katal Center for Equity, Health and Justice condemned the New York State Commission of Correction for failing to address prison conditions and deaths.
davisvanguard.org/2026/10/kata...
davisvanguard.org/2026/10/kata...
Hell yeah, Rikers for everyone of them!
October 5, 2026 at 5:41 AM
Hell yeah, Rikers for everyone of them!
The Giants being in sole possession of first place in *this* NFC East is like being voted Nicest Guy on Rikers Island.
October 4, 2026 at 10:57 PM
The Giants being in sole possession of first place in *this* NFC East is like being voted Nicest Guy on Rikers Island.
And I know people like to tussle and tell us how kind they are when a rich person says something insane, but people are on Rikers cause they can’t make bail for $1K or less. So I know what the internet says… the numbers just say something different.
October 4, 2026 at 4:18 PM
And I know people like to tussle and tell us how kind they are when a rich person says something insane, but people are on Rikers cause they can’t make bail for $1K or less. So I know what the internet says… the numbers just say something different.
This time we imprison him at Rikers!
What happens when Elon cheats in the midterms?
October 4, 2026 at 2:03 AM
This time we imprison him at Rikers!
TAKE ACTION: Mayor Mamdani Must Act Now to Close Rikers freedomagenda.ourpowerbase.net/civicrm/peti...
Mayor Mamdani Must Act Now to Close Rikers | Freedom Agenda Urban Justice Center Powerbase
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October 3, 2026 at 6:27 PM
TAKE ACTION: Mayor Mamdani Must Act Now to Close Rikers freedomagenda.ourpowerbase.net/civicrm/peti...
He belongs in a prison designated by the ICC.
But Rikers will do.
But Rikers will do.
October 3, 2026 at 5:37 PM
He belongs in a prison designated by the ICC.
But Rikers will do.
But Rikers will do.
Bill Barr, Trump's first AG, visited Epstein in Rikers shortly before his death. Epstein knew a lot about Trump...
Pathologist to present Epstein findings that raise questions about whether he killed himself - CBS News
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jeffrey-epstein-suicide-findings-questioned/
Pathologist to present Epstein findings that raise questions about whether he killed himself - CBS News
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jeffrey-epstein-suicide-findings-questioned/
Professor to present Epstein findings that raise questions about whether he killed himself
Michael Freeman plans to publish his research and the New York City Medical Examiner's Epstein autopsy files.
www.cbsnews.com
October 3, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Bill Barr, Trump's first AG, visited Epstein in Rikers shortly before his death. Epstein knew a lot about Trump...
Pathologist to present Epstein findings that raise questions about whether he killed himself - CBS News
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jeffrey-epstein-suicide-findings-questioned/
Pathologist to present Epstein findings that raise questions about whether he killed himself - CBS News
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jeffrey-epstein-suicide-findings-questioned/
Riker would use so many that the crew of the Enterprise would secretly call them "Rikers" behind his back.
And when he did find out, he would do that Riker smile / chair sit.
And when he did find out, he would do that Riker smile / chair sit.
October 2, 2026 at 9:59 PM
Riker would use so many that the crew of the Enterprise would secretly call them "Rikers" behind his back.
And when he did find out, he would do that Riker smile / chair sit.
And when he did find out, he would do that Riker smile / chair sit.
When does the judge have enough? I read another judge's remand in a different case and that judge did not mince words. Why can't Judge Sullivan arrest Todd for non-compliance or at least fine him? Coz he could go elsewhere? Thought judge shopping was illegal.
Send Todd to Rikers or ADX Florence.
Send Todd to Rikers or ADX Florence.
October 2, 2026 at 7:58 PM
When does the judge have enough? I read another judge's remand in a different case and that judge did not mince words. Why can't Judge Sullivan arrest Todd for non-compliance or at least fine him? Coz he could go elsewhere? Thought judge shopping was illegal.
Send Todd to Rikers or ADX Florence.
Send Todd to Rikers or ADX Florence.
DOC negligence factored in death at Rikers' Bellevue hospital outpost, jail officials say
DOC negligence factored in death at Rikers' Bellevue hospital outpost, jail officials say
The oversight board’s report documents a deadly pattern of neglect at a facility meant to keep inmates safe.
gothamist.com
October 2, 2026 at 7:35 PM
DOC negligence factored in death at Rikers' Bellevue hospital outpost, jail officials say
I do know what you have and haven't seen.
Because if you had been to Rikers, or had seen Black friends killed by cops, or had even seen how cops treated me when I was pulled over, it would immediately disabuse you of the ideas you have in this thread.
You'd be embarrassed to type them.
Because if you had been to Rikers, or had seen Black friends killed by cops, or had even seen how cops treated me when I was pulled over, it would immediately disabuse you of the ideas you have in this thread.
You'd be embarrassed to type them.
October 2, 2026 at 7:31 PM
I do know what you have and haven't seen.
Because if you had been to Rikers, or had seen Black friends killed by cops, or had even seen how cops treated me when I was pulled over, it would immediately disabuse you of the ideas you have in this thread.
You'd be embarrassed to type them.
Because if you had been to Rikers, or had seen Black friends killed by cops, or had even seen how cops treated me when I was pulled over, it would immediately disabuse you of the ideas you have in this thread.
You'd be embarrassed to type them.
DOC negligence factored in death at Rikers' Bellevue hospital outpost, jail officials say gothamist.com/news/doc-neg...
DOC negligence factored in death at Rikers' Bellevue hospital outpost, jail officials say
The oversight board’s report documents a deadly pattern of neglect at a facility meant to keep inmates safe.
gothamist.com
October 2, 2026 at 6:55 PM
DOC negligence factored in death at Rikers' Bellevue hospital outpost, jail officials say gothamist.com/news/doc-neg...
Sad... yes. But it makes me even angrier. Why? Because the ever-smiling... oh-so-charming leftist hero Zohran Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social is doing absolutely NOTHING to stop the killing of innocent living beings. Rapists and murderers on Rikers Island are treated better! 🤢🤮
#dogs #Adopt 🐕
#dogs #Adopt 🐕
Very sad to report that Eddie has been killed this morning by #NYCACC 💔🤬
RIP Eddie, your life mattered and we loved you 💔😭🌈
RIP Eddie, your life mattered and we loved you 💔😭🌈
October 2, 2026 at 5:43 PM
Sad... yes. But it makes me even angrier. Why? Because the ever-smiling... oh-so-charming leftist hero Zohran Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social is doing absolutely NOTHING to stop the killing of innocent living beings. Rapists and murderers on Rikers Island are treated better! 🤢🤮
#dogs #Adopt 🐕
#dogs #Adopt 🐕
Don’t argue with a New Yorker about whether Rikers is a jail
October 2, 2026 at 4:29 PM
Don’t argue with a New Yorker about whether Rikers is a jail