Ira Goldberg, 72, serving seven years for a 2016 robbery, was 'deeply concerned' over lack of virus response in state prisons

Officials say previous administration didn't order enough doses or provide enough funding, meaning that push has not been accompanied by enough supply to meet demand

92-year-old applauds 'organized' rollout of shots in video uploaded by an aide to New York Gov. Cuomo

Agudath Israel of America says ruling confirms that governor's order to reduce capacity at synagogues was a violation of religious liberty

Other candidates for top legal post are outgoing Alabama Senator Doug Jones, judge Merrick Garland and former deputy attorney general Sally Yates

As of Monday, only takeout orders and outdoor dining will be allowed in the city, governor says in announcement foretelling grim winter ahead for key industry

Group makes remark in reference to NY governor's director of Jewish affairs Jake Adler, shrugs off criticism from ADL calling the rights organization 'a sham'

Court ruling strikes down governor's 'Cluster Initiative,' which limited numbers of worshipers in high-infection areas; Amy Coney Barrett votes with majority of justices

In wake of Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation, Agudath Israel seen as banking on highest court's new conservative majority to take a more sympathetic view of religious liberty

Designation changed from 'red' to 'orange,' meaning some nonessential businesses can reopen and more can attend religious services; earlier closure had caused anger