Gov. Hochul Rejects Mayor-elect Mamdani’s Free MTA Bus Rides Proposal
Gov. Hochul rejects Mayor-elect Mamdani's free MTA bus ride proposal, citing the need for fare-based funding while exploring increased affordability options.
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NY Election Law Shifts Local Races to Even Years, Upheld in Court
New York's recent election law change, which moves many local races to even years, was upheld in court and is set…
Nearly 3M NY Residents Risk Losing SNAP Benefits Due to New Work Requirements
Nearly 3 million New Yorkers could lose their SNAP benefits due to new work requirements in congressional…
New York State Court Upholds Law Shifting Local Elections to Even-Numbered Years
New York's highest court upholds law moving local elections to even-numbered years to coincide with state and federal races.
US Attorney Investigating NY Attorney General Asked to Resign Amid Trump Push
US Attorney Erik Siebert, probing fraud accusations against NY AG Letitia James, is told to resign or face…
Rep. Elise Stefanik Calls for Investigation into Gov. Hochul’s Handling of…
U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik calls for a federal investigation into Gov. Kathy Hochul for alleged FMLA violations…
NY Governor Hochul Considers Redistricting Options with Texas Democrats
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul, alongside Texas Democrats, is exploring ways to redraw New York's congressional district lines, countering a blatant GOP power grab.
Manhattan Mass Shooting Reignites Gun Control Debate, Influences NYC Mayoral Race
A Manhattan mass shooting renews Democrats' call for gun reform while Republicans use it to attack the NYC mayoral…
Legal Aid Accuses NY Department of Corrections of Endangering Inmates Over HALT…
Legal Aid Society accuses NY Department of Corrections of jeopardizing prisoner safety, alleging failure to comply…
NY solar industry fears job losses from GOP bill
NY renewable energy CEO Kevin Schulte warns of job losses if Congress cuts green energy tax credits, saying it would force layoffs.