N.Y. lawmakers mull opioid settlement fund to fill fed cuts
Some state lawmakers said they’ll consider using opioid settlement dollars to backfill federal cuts to recovery programs in…
Clyde Vanel discusses Trump’s possible AI executive order
President Donald Trump has drafted an executive order that would block states from enforcing their own regulations around…
New York leads nation in reported residential cooking fires
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Thanksgiving is right around the corner. The day of food, family and fun can also run…
State agencies prepare for Western New York winter storms
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Winter might still feel far away, but state agencies across Western New York say they’re already…
Confusion surrounding SNAP benefits
One of every seven New Yorkers received Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in 2024, according to the…
N.Y. lawmakers discussing calls to change Raise the Age law
Democrats in the state Legislature are preparing for a fierce debate next session over calls to reform a…
DMVs prep. modernization projects by closing for training
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Departments of Motor Vehicles are expected to start closing temporarily throughout New York state for…
U.S. Border Patrol arrest 37 on New York State Thruway
U.S. Border Patrol said 37 immigrants who lack legal status were arrested in the span of three days…
Hochul juggles taxes, child care phase in, shifting finances
Gov. Kathy Hochul knows that speculation over whether or not she plans to raise taxes this year isn’t…
Evening Briefing in Rochester: Nov. 17
Good evening, Rochester. We’re wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to…
Health commissioner on insurance rate increases
The government shutdown may be over, but Americans are still paying the price. The government reopened this week…
Grassroot rallies form outside Schumer offices across N.Y.
Progressives held rallies outside U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer’s New York offices on Friday, demanding he step down as…