Hours after mayoral candidates clashed over how to address crime in the transit system, the police reported a series of early-morning assaults. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Homeless Persons”
They Came to N.Y.C. for Acceptance. Now They Need Jobs.
By Gotham Rex on April 20, 2021
A new city program for homeless L.G.B.T.Q. youth will offer job placement, education and mental health support to help them achieve career success. Source: New York Times
She Works in a Homeless Shelter, and She Lives in One, Too
By Gotham Rex on April 16, 2021
Many employees of New York’s homeless shelters are themselves in precarious economic situations, taking on multiple jobs, working overtime and struggling to find their own homes. Source: New York Times
How the Homeless Are Struggling to Get Their Stimulus Checks
By Gotham Rex on April 6, 2021
Many people living in homeless shelters and on the street have not received the federal stimulus checks they’re entitled to, stymied by misinformation and bureaucracy. Source: New York Times
He Was Charged in an Anti-Asian Attack. It Was His 33rd Arrest.
By Gotham Rex on April 6, 2021
Many people arrested in assaults on Asian residents in New York have had a history of mental health episodes, arrests and homelessness, complicating the city’s search for an effective response. Source: New York Times
Housing Boss Who Was Accused of Sexual Abuse Now Faces Bribery Charges
By Gotham Rex on March 24, 2021
Prosecutors accused Victor Rivera of enriching himself through kickbacks as he led one of the largest homeless shelter operations in New York City. Source: New York Times
Homeless Man Arrested in Subway Stabbings That Left 2 Dead, 2 Wounded
By Gotham Rex on February 14, 2021
Rigoberto Lopez, 21, was arrested on murder and attempted murder charges. The police said he ambushed homeless people who were sleeping in the subway. Source: New York Times
Bronx D.A. Investigates Victor Rivera Sexual Abuse Allegations
By Gotham Rex on February 8, 2021
Victor Rivera, the chief executive of the Bronx Parent Housing Network, one of the largest operators of homeless shelters in New York City, was accused of sexual abuse and financial impropriety. Source: New York Times
Housing Boss Is Fired and Faces Criminal Inquiry After Reports of Abuse
By Gotham Rex on February 8, 2021
Victor Rivera, the chief executive of the Bronx Parent Housing Network, one of the largest operators of homeless shelters in New York City, was accused of sexual abuse and financial impropriety. Source: New York Times
An Overnight Refuge for Homeless New Yorkers, Lost to the Pandemic
By Gotham Rex on February 8, 2021
The city’s homeless population has faced a particularly brutal winter as coronavirus restrictions have kept the subway and other indoor public spaces closed. Source: New York Times
No More Playing Nice: 5 Highlights From the Mayor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on February 8, 2021
The candidates make stronger attacks against one another, as a Republican enters the race hoping to court Hispanic voters. Source: New York Times
After Abuse Allegations, $2 Billion Shelter Network Faces Scrutiny
By Gotham Rex on February 7, 2021
Mayor Bill de Blasio ordered a review of the groups that run New York’s homeless housing after The New York Times uncovered accusations of sexual and financial misconduct. Source: New York Times
‘Nobody Tells Daddy No’: A Housing Boss’s Many Abuse Cases
By Gotham Rex on February 7, 2021
Victor Rivera gained power and profit as New York’s homeless crisis worsened. Accused of sexual and financial misconduct, he has largely escaped consequences. Source: New York Times
Woman Survives Days Trapped in Van After Snowstorm
By Gotham Rex on February 5, 2021
The woman, 77, said she had fallen asleep in the vehicle, where she was living, then spent most of the week waiting for help. Source: New York Times
How the 3 Diallo Sisters Were Finally Able to Connect to Their Classes
By Gotham Rex on January 25, 2021
The city said it would be “impossible” to quickly install Wi-Fi in shelters for remote learning. Some shelter operators have proven them wrong. Source: New York Times