Advocates for refugees push for funding amid Trump cuts
One year into the second Trump administration, advocates argue the need to support refugees in New York is…
N.Y. assemblymember introduces bill to create census office
Carnegie Mellon University, out of Pittsburgh, recently published a study showing that New York state is projected to…
Hochul lobbies rolling back N.Y. climate law
After years of defending the state’s landmark climate change law that was passed in 2019, Gov. Kathy Hochul…
*Update: State Police is Investigate Cessna Plane Crash on Hudson River Near Newburgh-Beacon Bridge
Update March 3, 2026, 3:30 p.m. On March 2, 2026, at approximately 8:02 p.m., Orange County 911 received…
Governor Hochul Highlights More Than 275 Million Free School Meals Served Across the State
In the first six months of the academic year, New York has: Delivered more than 275 million free…
State served 275 million school meals so far this school year
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul speaks at a news conference, Feb. 20, 2025, in New York. Photo: Julia…
‘Sip and stroll’: NY lawmaker wants to ease liquor laws during World Cup
A state lawmaker is pushing a plan to let some New York bars and restaurants serve beer and…
The Great New York State Meet Preview
Mar 04, 2026 Staten Island, NY – It’s twice as much action as ever before, as the New…
New York state firefighters call on state lawmakers to aid volunteer help
Fire officials from across New York state were in Albany on Wednesday to call attention to what they…
Hochul says N.Y. has served 275 million free school meals
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced in the first six months of the academic calendar, New York has served…
NY State fire officials set to speak as fire department volunteering hits a 40-year low
ALBANY, N.Y. — Fire officials are set to speak in Albany on Wednesday over what they’re calling a…
Central NY Evening Briefing: March 4
Good evening, Central New York. We’re wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you…