May 30, 2024 : Evening Roundup

It’s possible New York State lawmakers won’t pass a measure that would make it easier for prosecutors to convict people accused of sex crimes. Plus, a Brooklyn grand jury has indicted 18 alleged gang members in a takedown prosecutors say will help prevent more gun violence. Also, WNYC’s Sean Carlson talks with reporters Jaclyn Jeffrey-Wilensky and David Brand about the looming expiration of a federal program that pays a monthly credit to internet service providers on behalf of low-income customers. And finally, WNYC’s Karen Yi attends a birthday celebration in one of New York City’s shelters.