US Department of Transportation Threatens to Pull Funding from New York over Illegal CDLs
The US Transportation Department threatens to withdraw funding from New York for issuing commercial driver's licenses to illegal immigrants.
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NY Governor Hochul to Decide on Physician-Assisted Suicide Law by Dec 31
Gov. Kathy Hochul will decide before Dec. 31 if she will sign or veto a proposed law legalizing physician-assisted…
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…
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 to impact elections next year. Critics insist that turnout will not increase and local control over elections will be eroded.
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…
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 dismissal.
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…
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 nominee.