Communities across New York rely on funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency after intense floods and storms. Now, some are worried as President Trump says he wants to get rid of…
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Trump Moves to Stop Congestion Pricing Tolls in New York City
The Trump administration moved to revoke federal approval for congestion pricing on Wednesday, making good on a campaign promise to kill the tolls that since Jan. 5 have charged drivers a $9…
As Hochul Weighs Removing Mayor Adams, Lt. Gov. Delgado Says He ‘Speaks for New Yorkers’
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado has declared his independence from Gov. Kathy Hochul. The lieutenant governor on Thursday became the highest-ranking state official to call for New York City Mayor Eric Adams to…
Growing Road Salt Shortage Across New York State
It’s been a snowy and consistently cold winter so far. Governor Kathy Hochul says these are the most challenging road conditions New York has seen in years, and that means lots of…
Former NYS Senator Martucci Takes on New Role as Region 2 Administrator for EPA
Former New York State Senator Michael Martucci has been tapped as Region 2 Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. Region 2 covers New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands….
NY Comptroller Warns of Potential Federal Cuts, Questions Rebate Checks
The state’s top financial manager warned Friday that the governor’s budget is vulnerable to potential federal cuts from the Trump administration and said it is “fair” for the state Legislature to decide…
Changes to NY’s Home Health Care Program Faces Criticism
Lawmakers put administrators for the state’s controversial home health care program in the hot seat Tuesday as concerns over the newest iteration of the program mount. For years, the Consumer Directed Personal…
Lawmakers Protest Seven-Figure Compensation Package for SUNY Chancellor
Six-figure pay raises for top state education leaders in New York have sparked bipartisan criticism and calls for greater transparency regarding how much public servants are paid. Lawmakers are introducing bills on…
New York Dairy Farms Prepare for Increased Immigration Enforcement
New York dairy farms are preparing for the potential of increased immigration enforcement on farms, where foreign-born workers play a key role. “If you lose your workforce, what do you do?” said…