NYC NOW Morning Headlines: Immigrant New Yorkers Aren't Reporting Domestic Violence Due to Fears of Immigration Enforcement, Construction Is Underway on a Flood Protection System in Red Hook, The NY Liberty Face the Phoenix Mercury in Game Two of the Playoffs.
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Sep 17, 2025 Local community groups reveal that immigrant New Yorkers are hesitant to report domestic violence due to fears of immigration enforcement. This issue highlights the struggles within vulnerable populations. On the infrastructure front, a major flood protection system is under construction in Red Hook, aiming to safeguard the area from future disasters. Meanwhile, sports fans can tune in as the New York Liberty gear up for a crucial playoff match against the Phoenix Mercury.
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Immigrant Woman Afraid To Seek Help
- A Korean immigrant woman with no legal status feared calling police and being separated from her children.
- She avoided help despite relentless home violence because she believed she'd be deported.
Major Flood Protections Underway In Red Hook
- Red Hook will get nearly two miles of floodwalls and gates and raised streets to reduce flood risk.
- The $218 million project aims to protect homes and infrastructure from future storm surges like Hurricane Sandy.
Resilience Paired With Neighborhood Improvements
- The project includes trees, bike lanes, and public-space improvements near Ikea and local parks.
- Planners intend to combine resilience upgrades with neighborhood amenities to limit future repair costs.