Public Advocate calls for action to address rising Rikers Island population during ongoing discussions about closure plans.
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Public Advocate calls for action to address rising Rikers Island population during ongoing discussions about closure plans.

Public Advocate Jumaane Williams is calling on the Adams administration to explore strategies for reducing New York City’s jail population, which has risen to 7,405. Discover the implications of this surge and potential solutions for correctional reform in the city.

Penn Professor Benjamin Nathans awarded Pulitzer Prize for General Nonfiction.
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Penn Professor Benjamin Nathans awarded Pulitzer Prize for General Nonfiction.

Discover the remarkable achievements of Benjamin Nathans, a University of Pennsylvania history professor and the 2025 Pulitzer Prize winner for general nonfiction. Dive into his latest book, “To the Success of Our Hopeless Cause: The Many Lives of the…,” and explore the compelling narratives that earned him this prestigious honor.