Crown Heights activist and Honorary NYPD Commissioner Devorah Halberstam was presented with the prestigious 'Commissioners Shield' by NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea, this week. Photo
Farewell For Outgoing NYPD Commissioner
A farewell reception for outgoing NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea was held at the New York Athletic Club in Manhattan with a limited guest list. Watch an interview with Shea reflecting on his service. Full Story, Photos, Video
Highest Ranking Yarmulka-Wearing NYPD Officer Promoted To Inspector
NYPD Deputy Inspector Richie Taylor, the highest-ranking yarmulka-wearing officer in NYPD history, is being promoted to Full Inspector in the NYPD. Full Story
NYPD Arrest Woman for Anti-Semitic Arson at Brooklyn Yeshiva
The NYPD arrested a woman who was wanted for an antisemitic arson incident at Yeshiva of Flatbush in Brooklyn last week. Full Story, Video
Igud HaRabbonim Thanks NYPD for Ongoing Efforts
The Igud HaRabbonim - Rabbinical Alliance of America held their annual Elul Siyum HaShas and honored NYPD officials for their dedicated service to the citizens of New York and the Jewish community. Full Story, Photos
Halberstam Sworn in as Chair of NYPD Hate Crime Review Panel
Community activist Devorah Halberstam of Crown Heights was sworn in by NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea as the chair of the new civilian-led Hate Crime Review Panel following antisemitic and anti-Asian attacks. Full Story, Photos, Video
Clarke Commends Chair of NYPD Hate Crime Panel
Congresswoman Yvette Clarke has sent a letter of congratulations to Crown Heights community activist Devorah Halberstam on her recent appointment as head of a new Hate Crime Review Panel of the NYPD. "You have shared your pain and transformed it into a force for good." Full Story
Crown Heights Activist Heading New NYPD Hate Crime Panel
Photos, Video: Itzik Roytman
The New York Police Department created a new Hate Crime Review Panel to ensure vigorous enforcement and ultimate justice. Heading it will be Crown Heights activist Devorah Halberstam. Full Story, Photos, Video
NYPD Announces Promotions Before Busy Week in Crown Heights
Commanding Officer of the NYPD 71st Precinct Joseph Hayward was promoted to the rank of Inspector as his staff gears up for a busy week in Crown Heights which will include a Mitzvah Tank Parade and Pesach. Full Story, Photos
NYPD Commissioner Visits Grave of Ari Halberstam on Anniversary of Attack
New York City Police Commissioner Dermot Shea joined community activist Devorah Halberstam for a somber visit to the Rebbe's Ohel and the gravesite of her son Ari Halberstam, murdered in a terrorist attack on the Brooklyn Bridge 27 years ago. Full Story, Photos, Video
NYPD’s Top Cop Lights Brooklyn’s Largest Menorah
A covid safe, masked and socially distanced crowd gathered to light Brooklyn’s Largest Menorah on Motzei Shabbos, honored with lighting the Shamash was NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea. Full Story, Photos, Video
‘We Will Not Allow Any Violence:’ NYC Issues Warning
As stores in New York City prepare for possible election day protests, the NYPD issued a warning to New Yorkers: "zero tolerance" for violence or destruction. Full Story, Video
Crown Heights Gives Hearty Salute to Departing NYPD Detective
The Jewish Children's Museum and COLlive.com hosted a Farewell Salute for retiring Detective Vinny Martinos attended by NYPD Police Commissioner Dermot Shea, Brooklyn Boro President Eric Adams and community leaders. Full Story, Photos, Video
Trump Says de Blasio is “Horrible” for NYC
Official White House Photo by Joyce N. Boghosian
"What Mayor Bill de Blasio has done to New York City in a short period of time is horrible," President Donald Trump said in an interview on Tuesday as the city faces increased shootings. Full Story
Destruction, Looting Continues Overnight in NYC
Looting and destruction continued during overnight riots in New York City for a third night in a row Sunday, even as Mayor Bill de Blasio reported "limited protest activity" in Manhattan. Full Story, Photos, Video
