The Point: DOC Commissioner Louis Molina on fixing Rikers Island
Molina has gotten a reprieve after a federal judge gave him more time to fix problems at Rikers Island. But will he be able to?
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Molina has gotten a reprieve after a federal judge gave him more time to fix problems at Rikers Island. But will he be able to?
One man who claims he was deprived of insulin said neglect is the leading cause of deaths on Rikers Island.
We spoke with two men who have spent time on Rikers Island and say there are plenty of things that need attention.
Mayor Eric Adams rejects the idea of calling in a receiver to fix Rikers, saying it's up to the city to handle it. Now it's up to Louis Molina to prove the mayor right, CBS2's Marcia Kramer reports.
"The former administration made some decisions that critically hurt the agency," the DOC commissioner said.
Louis Molina sat down with CBS2's Marcia Kramer for an interview airing Sunday morning on "The Point."
Rikers will remain under the city's control for now, CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
A new bombshell report about Rikers Island places some blame on staff for the deaths of at least nine inmates. As CBS2's John Dias reports, it comes ahead of Thursday's hearing on who controls the jail.
A federal judge heard arguments in favor of having the troubled jail complex turned over to a third party administrator.
The report comes ahead of today's hearing on the future of the troubled jail complex. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
New York City's correction officers union is speaking out after two of its members were brutally attacked this week. As CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports, it comes during the same week the Department of Correction announced another inmate died while in custody.
There's been another assault on a correction officer at Rikers.
Tuesday's assault follows the harrowing stabbing of an officer on Monday at the troubled jail.
The officer was attacked Monday inside the jail, and is now in stable condition at Elmhurst Hospital. CBS2's Zinna Maldonado has the latest.
The officer is said to be in stable condition. CBS2's Dick Brennan has the story.
The president of COBA said the officer was stabbed 15 times in the back of the head by an inmate.
Advocates say Erick Tavira was the 17th person to die at the troubled jail this year.
There are new calls to close Rikers Island after a 28-year-old man died while in custody this weekend. Advocates say he is the 17th person to die this year at the jail. CBS2's Lisa Rozner spoke with his family, who has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Department of Correction.
Another inmate has died in custody on Rikers Island.
The Department of Correction says 28-year-old Erick Tavira died early Saturday morning.
The NYPD responded to a near-drowning Tuesday afternoon in the waters between the prison and the Bronx.
An inmate got into the water between Rikers Island and the Bronx at around noon Wednesday. The inmate has been hospitalized.
The DOC says Kevin Bryan was booked at the jail complex on Sept. 8 on a second-degree burglary charge.
The Department of Correction says 35-year-old Kevin Bryan has died while in custody at Rikers Island.
There are renewed calls to shut down Rikers Island following a troubling new report on inmate deaths.
A Washington Heights home invasion that ended with a fatal fall early Saturday morning is under investigation.
It's Thanksgiving week and what is expected to be a record number of people will be hitting the road or taking to the sky to celebrate.
The Buccaneers rushed for four touchdowns in a 30-7 victory over the Giants and new starting quarterback Tommy DeVito on Sunday.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
A Washington Heights home invasion that ended with a fatal fall early Saturday morning is under investigation.
It's Thanksgiving week and what is expected to be a record number of people will be hitting the road or taking to the sky to celebrate.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Sunday features a mix of sun and clouds with near-normal temperatures in the Tri-State Area, but we could see big changes on Thanksgiving.
New York City police are searching for a gunman who fatally shot a man in a parking lot in Far Rockaway, Queens overnight.
Sunday features a mix of sun and clouds with near-normal temperatures in the Tri-State Area, but we could see big changes on Thanksgiving.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
After a long period of drought and fire hazards, we're getting an early taste of winter. New York, New Jersey and Connecticut have been desperate for rain.
The first major snowstorm of the season brought school closures, power outages, and heavy snow to our region, including to areas that badly needed it.
Jodi Rell, who became Connecticut's second female governor when John Rowland resigned in a corruption scandal, has died at 78.
It's Thanksgiving week and what is expected to be a record number of people will be hitting the road or taking to the sky to celebrate.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Sunday features a mix of sun and clouds with near-normal temperatures in the Tri-State Area, but we could see big changes on Thanksgiving.
A fire in Bayonne displaced several families and caused a day care to evacuate Friday.
A Hudson Valley woman says her car was driven from Queens to New Jersey after she parked at an unlicensed long-term parking lot near John F. Kennedy International Airport.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Sunday features a mix of sun and clouds with near-normal temperatures in the Tri-State Area, but we could see big changes on Thanksgiving.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
After a long period of drought and fire hazards, we're getting an early taste of winter. New York, New Jersey and Connecticut have been desperate for rain.
The first major snowstorm of the season brought school closures, power outages, and heavy snow to our region, including to areas that badly needed it.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Democrats say they're concerned or scared Trump will threaten their rights, but fewer than half feel motivated to oppose him.
New York has repealed a seldom-used law over a century old that made it a crime to cheat on your spouse.
The New York Department of Motor Vehicles has overhauled its point system, and the points drivers accrue are going to stay on their record longer.
A New York City Councilmember is taking the city's Department of Homeless Services to task, saying it needs to do a better job managing food at the city's migrant shelters.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Decision to cut topping comes as officials work to confirm source of E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
A federal judge is deciding whether to release Sean "Diddy" Combs on bail as he awaits trial on sex trafficking and racketeering charges.
Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.
The Buccaneers rushed for four touchdowns in a 30-7 victory over the Giants and new starting quarterback Tommy DeVito on Sunday.
The New York Rangers lost to the Edmonton Oilers 6-2 on Saturday night.
The New York Islanders beat the St. Louis Blues on Saturday night to end a three-game skid.
Tomas Tatar had a goal and an assist and the New Jersey Devils beat the Washington Capitals on Saturday night.
The New York Red Bulls posted a 2-0 victory over New York City FC in an Eastern Conference semifinal on Saturday night.
The new Davis Center will bring back the wonder of skating and swimming alongside Harlem Meer in Central Park.
Thursday marks exactly 60 years since the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge opened to much fanfare.
Nov. 29 is the last day for New York City restaurants to remove roadway dining sheds, which will now be seasonal under new regulations set by the City Council.
A new state-of-the-art trash system in NYCHA's Polo Grounds Towers in Harlem promises to tackle energy, rodent and recycling issues.
Families in Central Harlem will soon settle into their new homes at Marcus Garvey Village, which also brings free gathering spaces to the community and an LGBTQ center.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
The big-budget musical "Wicked" debuted in the top spot with $114 million. "Gladiator II" also had a strong showing, pulling in $55.5 million. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Families of fallen FDNY firefighters rode with Santa to FAO Schwarz at Rockefeller Center on Sunday, and they had the famous store to themselves as they stocked up on holiday toys. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has the latest forecast, which could impact holiday travel.
CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian has more on how two organizations are helping those in need as the holiday quickly approaches.
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is asking Congress to pass a $100 billion disaster relief package by the end of the year. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
