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NY Democrats Move to Stymie Police in the Pursuit of Racial Equity
A new law has been proposed that would prevent police from stopping drivers for a whole slew of basic safety issues.
DOGE Report: How Much is a Week a Month Worth to You?
Last week DOGE uncovered that the Veterans Administration (VA) was paying $380,000 every month to an outside contractor to make minor changes to the VA website.
Hochul Aims to Make Canceling Subscriptions and Memberships Easier
How many subscriptions or memberships does your family have?
Hochul Strengthens Tracking of Legal Firearms and Ammunition Purchases
Hochul signs bill that tracks legal purchases of firearms and ammunition made on a credit card.
Suffolk County Police Department Gets Slapped Hard on Another Second Amendment Case
The Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) received another blow against its pistol permit policies for violations of Suffolk County residents’ Second Amendment rights.
‘These Things Can Kill You” says New York Democrat
Bills have been introduced in the New York Assembly and Senate to label gas stoves as a dangerous health risk.
Your Volunteer Fire Company Needs You!
Volunteer fire companies across the state need you to serve. Hundreds of departments across the State will open their doors during RecruitNY weekend.
What is a Woman?
Women’s History Month just ended. Is the United States any closer to knowing what a woman is?
April Fool’s is No Joke This Year – the ‘Application of Ignorance’ is Real
April Fool’s is No Joke This Year – New York really is letting everyone out of prison – well, not everyone, but plenty of people.
Hochul Moves Forward on NY Green New Deal with EV Car Mandate
New York isn’t letting up on its New Green Deal initiatives. A plan to force all New Yorkers to drive electric cars is still in effect and moving forward sooner than many think is affordable, practical, or sustainable.
DOGE Report: Downsizing at USAID Can Keep Going Says Appeals Court
President Donald Trump and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) team just won a third case at the US Court of Appeals.
Is Trump Trying to Kill Big Bird?
The heads of National Public Radio (NPR) Katherine Maher and the Public Broadcasting System (PBS) Paula Kerger were summoned to Congress this week to make their case as to why the taxpayer should continue to give them money.
“A good soldier in Trump's Army” - Stefanik Steps Aside from UN Nomination
Congresswoman Elisa Stefanik (R-North Country) was due to have her day in Congress for her confirmation hearing to become the United Nations Ambassador for the United States. But, President Trump this week asked her to take one for the team and step aside.
New Grants Available to Veterans Organizations
Governor Hochul announced a new round of funding to for veterans’ organizations across the state.
Hochul Pushes for Discovery Rule Changes in Domestic Violence Cases
Governor Kathy Hochul is sounding the alarm and asking for changes in discovery rules for domestic violence cases in New York State.
Feds Move to End Exploitation of Taxpayer Funded Housing Programs
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem have partnered up to end what they call “exploitation of taxpayer funded housing programs by illegal aliens”.
William Paca Middle School Students Earn CPR Certification
Eighth-grade students from Ms. Brianna Rodda’s First Aid and Safety class at William Paca Middle School, in the William Floyd School District, joined forces with members of the Mastic Ambulance Company and Stony Brook Hospital to practice and earn their CPR certification.
Ban on Facemasks in Public May Be Coming to New York
Governor Kathy Hochul is renewing her push to ban facemasks in public.
Peanut the Squirrel and Fred the Raccoon Are Getting Their Day in Court
The New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is embroiled in two lawsuits resulting from its raid on the home of Mark Longo and the killing of his pets.
DOGE Report: Trump Removes DEI Programs Across the Board
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, has found close to $1 billion in savings by eliminating DEI programs in America and abroad.
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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.