Health worker shortage
The Menorah Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care in Brooklyn could soon be facing a labor shortage. That's because many in the pool of workers the Center normally hires from to be certified nurse assistants (or CNAs), worry about their immigration status.
The Menorah Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care in Brooklyn could soon be facing a labor shortage. That's because many in the pool of workers the Center normally hires from to be certified nurse assistants (or CNAs), worry about their immigration status.
Immigrants get temporary reprieve
Yohanes Tasik, Harry Pangemanan, and Arthur Jemmy are breathing a little bit easier after a federal judge temporarily halted their deportation. The three undocumented Indonesian immigrants had been seeking sanctuary in the Reformed Highland Church in Highland Park, New Jersey, to prevent ICE agents from detaining them. Last month, Gov. Phil Murphy visited the men at the church to give them his support.
Yohanes Tasik, Harry Pangemanan, and Arthur Jemmy are breathing a little bit easier after a federal judge temporarily halted their deportation. The three undocumented Indonesian immigrants had been seeking sanctuary in the Reformed Highland Church in Highland Park, New Jersey, to prevent ICE agents from detaining them. Last month, Gov. Phil Murphy visited the men at the church to give them his support.
Immigration reform, DACA, border wall
The future remains uncertain for so-called dreamers gathered in Brentwood, Long Island, to criticize President Donald Trump after his state of the union address. Blanca Villanueva, whose parents are immigrants, said at Wednesday's rally that Trump "knows nothing" about immigration policy and the needs of her community. Nearly 700,000 unauthorized immigrants who call themselves "dreamers" under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, program.
The future remains uncertain for so-called dreamers gathered in Brentwood, Long Island, to criticize President Donald Trump after his state of the union address. Blanca Villanueva, whose parents are immigrants, said at Wednesday's rally that Trump "knows nothing" about immigration policy and the needs of her community. Nearly 700,000 unauthorized immigrants who call themselves "dreamers" under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, program.
Grieving mom at SOTU
During his State of the Union address, President Donald Trump honored the parents of victims of MS-13 gang violence. Among his guests was Evelyn Rodriguez, who said that protecting kids is more important than any political agenda. her daughter, Kayla Cuevas, 16, was brutally murdered by members of the vicious gang in 2016.
During his State of the Union address, President Donald Trump honored the parents of victims of MS-13 gang violence. Among his guests was Evelyn Rodriguez, who said that protecting kids is more important than any political agenda. her daughter, Kayla Cuevas, 16, was brutally murdered by members of the vicious gang in 2016.
DACA case in court
A federal judge in Brooklyn heard arguments for a preliminary injunction to block President Donald Trump's decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, also known as DACA. U.S. District Judge Nicholas Garaufis accused the president of making vicious anti-immigrant statements.
A federal judge in Brooklyn heard arguments for a preliminary injunction to block President Donald Trump's decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, also known as DACA. U.S. District Judge Nicholas Garaufis accused the president of making vicious anti-immigrant statements.
Trump administration vs. sanctuary cities
The U.S. Justice Department on Wednesday threatened to subpoena 23 jurisdictions if they don't turn over information about their "sanctuary" policies?triggering a backlash from mayors across the country who pulled out of a White House meeting. Several Democratic mayors?including New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio?announced they would boycott a planned working session with the president at the White House on Wednesday.
The U.S. Justice Department on Wednesday threatened to subpoena 23 jurisdictions if they don't turn over information about their "sanctuary" policies?triggering a backlash from mayors across the country who pulled out of a White House meeting. Several Democratic mayors?including New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio?announced they would boycott a planned working session with the president at the White House on Wednesday.
Government shutdown ends
President Donald Trump signed a bill reopening the government late Monday, ending a 69-hour display of partisan dysfunction after Democrats reluctantly voted to temporarily pay for resumed operations. They relented in return for Republican assurances that the Senate will soon take up the plight of young immigrant "dreamers" and other contentious issues.
President Donald Trump signed a bill reopening the government late Monday, ending a 69-hour display of partisan dysfunction after Democrats reluctantly voted to temporarily pay for resumed operations. They relented in return for Republican assurances that the Senate will soon take up the plight of young immigrant "dreamers" and other contentious issues.
Rally to support immigrants
Two New York City Council members who were arrested at a pro-immigrant rally last week are demanding answers from the NYPD over why they were taken into custody. Council Members Jumaane Williams and Ydanis Rodriguez claim they did nothing wrong.
Two New York City Council members who were arrested at a pro-immigrant rally last week are demanding answers from the NYPD over why they were taken into custody. Council Members Jumaane Williams and Ydanis Rodriguez claim they did nothing wrong.
Trump triggers fallout
At a Martin Luther King Jr. proclamation signing on Friday, President Donald Trump ignored questions from a reporter asking if he is a racist. He is dealing with the firestorm of controversy that has erupted around the world over his profane description of Haiti and counties in Africa. Trump on Thursday reportedly asked why the U.S. should permit immigrants from "s---hole countries," according to three people briefed on the oval office conversation.
At a Martin Luther King Jr. proclamation signing on Friday, President Donald Trump ignored questions from a reporter asking if he is a racist. He is dealing with the firestorm of controversy that has erupted around the world over his profane description of Haiti and counties in Africa. Trump on Thursday reportedly asked why the U.S. should permit immigrants from "s---hole countries," according to three people briefed on the oval office conversation.
Haitians in NYC react to Trump
Haitian Americans gathering inside Brooklyn Borough Hall Friday to pay tribute to the hundreds of thousands of lives lost in the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti in 2010. Some of those who attended the memorial expressed outrage at the words of President Donald Trump, who reportedly used a profanity to describe Haiti and other counties.
Haitian Americans gathering inside Brooklyn Borough Hall Friday to pay tribute to the hundreds of thousands of lives lost in the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti in 2010. Some of those who attended the memorial expressed outrage at the words of President Donald Trump, who reportedly used a profanity to describe Haiti and other counties.
Presidential profanity
In an extraordinary Oval Office exchange, President Donald Trump questioned Thursday why the U.S. should permit immigrants from "s---hole countries" as he rejected a plan by a bipartisan group of senators that would have changed rules affecting entrants from Africa and Haiti, according to three people briefed on the conversation. The White House did not deny the comment.
In an extraordinary Oval Office exchange, President Donald Trump questioned Thursday why the U.S. should permit immigrants from "s---hole countries" as he rejected a plan by a bipartisan group of senators that would have changed rules affecting entrants from Africa and Haiti, according to three people briefed on the conversation. The White House did not deny the comment.
TPS for Salvadorians
Due to natural disasters, armed conflict violence or an epidemic, the United States has granted temporary protected status, also known as TPS, to nationals from 10 nations, allowing them to remain in the U.S. legally, obtain a work permit, a driver's license, and a temporary Social Security card. But this week, the Trump administration announced the end of the program for the largest group of TPS holders?Salvadorians.
Due to natural disasters, armed conflict violence or an epidemic, the United States has granted temporary protected status, also known as TPS, to nationals from 10 nations, allowing them to remain in the U.S. legally, obtain a work permit, a driver's license, and a temporary Social Security card. But this week, the Trump administration announced the end of the program for the largest group of TPS holders?Salvadorians.
Who is Akayed Ullah?
The NYPD identified the suspect in the New York City subway bombing as Akayed Ullah. The immigrant from Bangladesh lives in Brooklyn. He has been in the United States for about seven years. Police said that Ullah was wearing what was described as a crude explosive device strapped to his body. It exploded while he walked in an underground passageway, police said. Police and federal agents came to a home in the Flatlands section of Brooklyn where neighbors said they have seen Ullah on a daily basis. But his family, in a statement, said he hasn't lived there in years.
The NYPD identified the suspect in the New York City subway bombing as Akayed Ullah. The immigrant from Bangladesh lives in Brooklyn. He has been in the United States for about seven years. Police said that Ullah was wearing what was described as a crude explosive device strapped to his body. It exploded while he walked in an underground passageway, police said. Police and federal agents came to a home in the Flatlands section of Brooklyn where neighbors said they have seen Ullah on a daily basis. But his family, in a statement, said he hasn't lived there in years.
Queens couple faces deportation
Liany Guerrero has faced bad odds before. Her political activism in Colombia led to threats against her two daughters prompting her to move to the United States in 2001. Liany's hands give away her worry this Thanksgiving as her husband of three decades sits in a Bergen County jail to be deported at any moment. And she, too, has been ordered to leave the country, and her two children behind.
Liany Guerrero has faced bad odds before. Her political activism in Colombia led to threats against her two daughters prompting her to move to the United States in 2001. Liany's hands give away her worry this Thanksgiving as her husband of three decades sits in a Bergen County jail to be deported at any moment. And she, too, has been ordered to leave the country, and her two children behind.
NYC man gets deportation reprieve
Riaz Talukder thought Monday might be one of the worst days of his life because he faced the possibility of having to leave his family and go back to Bangladesh. But he left ICE headquarters in Lower Manhattan crying tears of joy. Just hours earlier, Riaz worried he might not leave ICE headquarters after he walked in.
Riaz Talukder thought Monday might be one of the worst days of his life because he faced the possibility of having to leave his family and go back to Bangladesh. But he left ICE headquarters in Lower Manhattan crying tears of joy. Just hours earlier, Riaz worried he might not leave ICE headquarters after he walked in.
NYC Houses of Worship: Eldridge Street Synagogue
It is not what you'd expect to find in the middle of Chinatown but the Eldridge Street Synagogue has been a fixture on the Lower East Side for more than a century. Built in 1886, the Jewish temple's history is just as incredible as its architecture. Back in the 1880s, the Lower East Side was a portal for immigration. Most Jews who came through were Eastern European, also known as Ashkenazi Jews.
It is not what you'd expect to find in the middle of Chinatown but the Eldridge Street Synagogue has been a fixture on the Lower East Side for more than a century. Built in 1886, the Jewish temple's history is just as incredible as its architecture. Back in the 1880s, the Lower East Side was a portal for immigration. Most Jews who came through were Eastern European, also known as Ashkenazi Jews.
Trump and Corker trade barbs
The gloves are off between Sen. Bob Corker of Tennessee and President Donald Trump, both Republicans. Corker spoke frankly to the New York Times about the president and the way he is handling the responsibilities of commander in chief.
The gloves are off between Sen. Bob Corker of Tennessee and President Donald Trump, both Republicans. Corker spoke frankly to the New York Times about the president and the way he is handling the responsibilities of commander in chief.
Trump's latest travel ban
The U.S. Supreme Court has canceled arguments set for October in the dispute over the president's travel ban. The move comes after the White House rolled out an updated version on Sunday. The New York Immigration Coalition is firing back at Trump's third travel ban. The second ban, announced in March, expired on September 24. The latest version replaced it. This ban is indefinite.
The U.S. Supreme Court has canceled arguments set for October in the dispute over the president's travel ban. The move comes after the White House rolled out an updated version on Sunday. The New York Immigration Coalition is firing back at Trump's third travel ban. The second ban, announced in March, expired on September 24. The latest version replaced it. This ban is indefinite.
Mayors meet about migration and refugees
In Midtown Manhattan on Monday, Mayor Bill de Blasio hosted a summit to address global challenges about immigration and refugee policies. This was one of many events happening during this week's U.N. General Assembly in New York. De Blasio hopes it will inspire more cities to take responsibility for those who seek refuge.
In Midtown Manhattan on Monday, Mayor Bill de Blasio hosted a summit to address global challenges about immigration and refugee policies. This was one of many events happening during this week's U.N. General Assembly in New York. De Blasio hopes it will inspire more cities to take responsibility for those who seek refuge.
Naturalization ceremony at New-York Historical Society
200 immigrants became naturalized citizens of the United States in a ceremony held at the New-York Historical Society. The faces that walked across the stage represented 60 countries including Egypt, Mexico, Albania, and the Dominican Republic.
200 immigrants became naturalized citizens of the United States in a ceremony held at the New-York Historical Society. The faces that walked across the stage represented 60 countries including Egypt, Mexico, Albania, and the Dominican Republic.