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Around NYC
1. Monitor reveals Rikers detainee had skull fracture, as DOC faces more controversy
Department of Correction officials initially reported Rikers Island detainee Joshua Valles was hospitalized because of a potential heart attack before his death. But new information from the federal monitor reveals he had a skull fracture.
His death is now the subject of a major controversy between the monitor and the city.
2. NYPD officer cites 'courtesy cards,' used by friends and family of cops, as source of corruption
A New York City police officer is speaking out against the use of “courtesy cards” by friends and relatives of his colleagues on the force, accusing department leaders of maintaining a sprawling system of impunity that lets people with a connection to law enforcement avoid traffic tickets.
Though not officially recognized by the NYPD, the laminated cards have long been treated as a perk of the job. The city’s police unions issue them to members, who circulate them among those who want to signal their NYPD connections — often to get out of minor infraction like speeding or failing to wear a seat belt.
3. State leaders say Clean Slate Act likely to pass before end of legislative session
While not much is expected to get done in the final days of the 2023 Albany legislative session, one bill that does seem to have life is the Clean Slate Act.
The legislation, which would seal criminal records if passed, could be voted on next week. Lawmakers want to avoid a bill being passed by both houses and then vetoed by the governor, which is what happened with quite a few bills last year.
Around the Nation
1. Days before default deadline, House passes bill to raise debt limit
2. Former N.J. Gov. Chris Christie plans to enter presidential race next week
3. Former VP Mike Pence to announce 2024 presidential run next week
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