John Boston

Teens on Rikers To Get Jail Uniforms; DOC Says It'll Reduce Fights; Inmate Advocate Says Benefit "Debatable"

In another of a range of efforts to reduce violence in the city's jail for teenage inmates, the Correction Department is going to require them to wear uniforms, rather than personal clothing. Correction officials say the move will enhance safety and security among the Robert N. Davoren Center's tee ... More >>

Rikers Violence: Out Of Control

Shocking images back up what we've been reporting for years: New York City's jails are houses of horror

Do NOT Go Directly to Jail

Visiting a loved one in Rikers? Good luck.

Board Approves Eavesdropping, Uniforms for City Jails

Jail Watchdog Caught Snoozing

Underfunded, inept board just lies there while Bloomberg implements draconian rules in city's huge system

What the Jail Guard Saw

Rikers officers encourage gang violence: surprising testimony and the stats to back it up

Cell Block

City suddenly whips out plans for a new Bronx jail. Not in our wasteland, say opponents.

Strike Behind Bars

Prisoners Plan a Work Stoppage To Protest Parole Cuts