Weinstein, 72, has been in city custody since earlier this year, after the New York Court of Appeals overturned his 2020 rape conviction in the state.

In a legal notice, Weinstein’s attorney likened Rikers, a notoriously dangerous jail, to a “gulag” and accused officials of failing to provide adequate medical treatment to the disgraced ...

Harvey Weinstein’s legal team fear he will die in the 'torture chamber or medieval dungeon' Rikers Island Prison.

Rikers Island has a legally mandated deadline to close in August 2027, although that date appears unlikely, according to a New York Times report. Why is Harvey Weinstein at Rikers?

Harvey Weinstein has been transferred back to Bellevue Hospital, as his attorneys allege he is facing inhumane treatment at Rikers Island.

After he was rushed to the hospital for heart surgery, Harvey Weinstein is now said to be resting and weak. He is at Rikers Island awaiting retrial.

Harvey Weinstein files legal claim alleging lack of medical care and hygiene at Rikers Island jail By The Associated Press Updated November 26, 2024, 10:44 p.m.

Harvey Weinstein begged a Manhattan judge on Wednesday to put him on trial earlier than planned, saying he isn't sure he will live until the spring while incarcerated in the "hell hole" that is ...

Harvey Weinstein was rushed to the hospital from Rikers Island for emergency heart surgery. The film producer's rape conviction was overturned in April.

Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers filed a legal claim Tuesday against New York City, alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at the ...