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DEI and Equity Requirements Cause Years of Delay for $42.5 Billion Rural Internet Program
DEI and Equity Requirements Cause Years of Delay for $42.5 Billion Rural Internet Program
New York Ditches Regents Diploma - Focus Now on "Equity"
The NYS Education Department (SED) plans to remove Regents exams as a high school graduation requirement replacing them with the 'Portrait of a Graduate' metric. An emphasis on equity will take the place of traditional learning benchmarks.
NY passes law to track credit card purchases by law-abiding gun owners
NY is set to further restrict law-abiding gun owners from the free exercise of the Second Amendment. At the end of the session, legislators passed a bill requiring credit card companies to use unique category codes for gun and ammunition purchases.
NY Courts Order the 'Parents Replacement Act' back on the ballot in November
The so-called 'Equal Rights Amendment' (ERA) will return to the NY ballot in November after being previously removed by the State Supreme Court.
Congress Grills Cuomo over Covid Deaths
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo spoke Tuesday before a congressional subcommittee to answer questions about how he handled the COVID pandemic, especially nursing home deaths. Transcripts of Cuomo's testimony should be released in the coming weeks.
How the Dems Can Dump Biden and Block RFK
The South Shore Press did a deep dive into how that political process works through the Democratic National Committee (DNC).
Red Light Cameras Left in Legislative Limbo
As the Albany legislative session concluded, some bills were passed into law, while many others did not make it, in a budget that exceeds $230 billion.
Hunter Biden Is Convicted on Three Felony Gun Charges
Hunter Biden was found guilty of three felony weapon charges in a Delaware court after only three hours of jury deliberations. He is the first child of an American President to be convicted of a felony.
Good Government Group Slams Hochul for Secrecy
Three years into her administration, Gov. Hochul's government transparency plans are falling short.
Democratic Congressional Candidate Proposes 'Re-Education Camp' for Trump Supporters
"MAGA" Trump supporters should attend a "re-education camp" after the 2024 election — even if Democrats see a "resounding blue wave," said Democrat congressional candidate, Paula Collins, said during a Zoom Townhall.
Job Numbers Stun with Staggering Losses for Americans and Big Increases for Immigrants
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released May job numbers that appear rosy on the surface at 272,000 new jobs. The numbers alone hide the story of who is getting the jobs, and more importantly, who is losing them.
Hochul Delivers Big Dose of Antihistamine to Stop Congestion Pricing
Congestion pricing tolls in Manhattan, scheduled to start on June 30, were abruptly halted "indefinitely" by Governor Hochul.
Biden Issues Executive Order Putting Trump Border Rule Back in Place
Biden issued a new Executive Order limiting some illegal immigrants from crossing the southern border and being released into the country.
NYS Senate passes 'Honor and Remember Flag' Legislation
The NY Senate passed legislation making the "Honor and Remember Flag" the official flag for recognizing and honoring armed service members in New York.
Illegal immigrant from Venezuela shoots two cops in Queens
A 19-year-old illegal immigrant from Venezuela, Bernardo Raul Castro-Mata, was arrested for shooting two police officers during a pursuit.
Biden Spends Billions Building Seven EV Charging Stations
Biden's administration has only managed to build seven or eight EV charging stations with a $7.5 billion program, which is barely off the ground three years later.
Hochul Proposes Smartphone Ban in Schools
Gov. Hochul plans to introduce a bill to ban smartphones in New York schools to "keep children safe and make sure their attention is on learning".
National Grid Looks to ZAP Your Wallet With a Double-Digit Rate Increase
National Grid has asked for a 15-20% increase in electric and gas rates for next year.
Albany Looks to Legalize Prostitution
New York City is riddled with crime, homelessness, and illegal immigration, and now Albany lawmakers are considering adding illicit prostitution to the list of "allowable crimes".
$uppressing Information is as Easy as a Letter Change
House Subcommittee uncovers effort to hide information on COVID origin research.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing
Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.
Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July
Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.