More than 100 arrested in pro-Palestine protest on Columbia University’s campus

April 19th, 20240 NEW YORK — Police officers arrest more than 100 people following a pro-Palestine protest at Columbia University. According to law enforcement officials, protesters were arrested on a preliminary charge of criminal trespass. They'd camped on the lawn in efforts to stand as the "Gaza solidarity Encampment", according to reports. Mayor...

Muslim call to prayer will ring out freely in New York City without a permit, but with guidelines

September 2nd, 20230 NEW YORK – The Muslim call to prayer will ring out more freely in New York City under guidelines announced Tuesday by Mayor Eric Adams, which he said should foster a spirit of inclusivity. Mayor Eric Adams announced Tuesday that New York City will permit the adhan, the Islamic call to prayer, to be broadcast at designated times...