William Flynn and Katrina Tomer from LSNYC's Queens office participated in a Social Security roundtable hosted by congressmember Grace Meng. They shared their thoughts on the effects cuts made to the Social Security Administration might have on the Queens community. (fb)

WE'RE SUING! For decades, NYC's Department of Education has been suspending students for weeks, or even months without substantial evidence of wrongdoing, depriving them of their right to an education. In 2023-2024 school year, NYC schools suspended more than 36,500 students, disproportionately Black students (37%) and students with disabilities (40%). We're suing the DOE to make sure students are getting a fair hearing and an education! Read more: https://www.chalkbeat.org/newyork/2025/05/23/long-term-suspensions-nyc-schools-violate-student-rights-lawsuit-claims/ (fb)