New York Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to add a requirement that people videotape their requests for physician-assisted deaths, one of several conditions she’s put forward to sign the hotly debated Medical Aid in…
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Disabilities Beat: Are Trump, Other Elected Officials, Alienating Voters by Using the ‘R-Word’?
Last week, many disabled Americans were shocked, but not surprised, as they told BTPM and described on social media, that President Donald Trump used the word “retarded” in a social media post…
NY Gov. Hochul Accepted — And Is Now Refunding — Thousands in Donations From Appointees
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s massive campaign war chest is a source of political strength. But after a Democratic primary rival questioned some of the incumbent’s fundraising methods, the governor’s campaign said it will…
NY Talks Over Tesla Buffalo Plant Sputter in ‘Fits and Starts’
The state-owned Tesla factory in Buffalo is once again in flux. The electric automaker, which is behind on its job requirements, has been renegotiating its lease with state officials for the last…
Federal Government Cancels Local Naturalization Ceremonies in Tompkins and Broome Counties
The federal government has canceled local naturalization ceremonies for prospective citizens in counties across New York. The ceremony is the last step in the U.S. citizenship process. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services…
Siena Poll: Hochul Maintains Early Lead Over Stefanik; Delgado Struggles
New York’s gubernatorial election isn’t until November 2026, but the race is already starting to shape up. We’re beginning to get our first idea of how New Yorkers across the state are…
Gov. Hochul Angers Environmentalists with Walk-Back of Climate Policies
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is catching the ire of climate activists and lawmakers after a hat trick of fossil fuel-friendly moves, including reaching a deal to delay a law aimed at…
Gov. Hochul OKs Key Permit for Trump-Favored Gas Pipeline
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s administration approved a key water-quality permit Friday for a proposed natural-gas pipeline off the New York City coast, reversing the state’s previous denials amid public and private pressure from…
NY Voters Narrowly Approve Prop 1 to Protect Land and Make Amends in the Adirondacks
Voters in New York narrowly approved Proposition 1, a ballot measure that fixes a constitutional violation in the Adirondacks and will eventually add 2,500 acres to the Forest Preserve in the park….