New York Mayor Bill de Blasio

New York City to shut down 9 neighborhoods, many with large Orthodox populations, due to COVID case spike

The lockdown will include the closing of schools and nonessential businesses for at least two to four weeks.

Federal judge blocks New York’s coronavirus attendance limits for religious services

Indoor religious gatherings are currently limited to 25 percent capacity under phase 2 of New York state’s reopening under the coronavirus, while retail stores and industry are limited to 50 percent capacity.

3 Orthodox Jews and 2 Catholic priests sue over NY restrictions on houses of worship

It accuses Gov. Andrew Cuomo of violating the plaintiffs’ rights to free exercise of religion, freedom of speech, assembly and expressive association, and due process, under the First and Fourteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.