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NYS Conservative Chairman Blasts Governor Hochul over "Clown" Comment
New York Governor Kathy Hochul pulled no punches, ripping supporters who showed up to President Trump's rally in the Bronx, calling the Make America Great Again (MAGA) faithful a bunch of "clowns."
State Democrats Continue Handcuffing Cops Wanting to Deport Illegal Immigrants
State Democrats Continue Handcuffing Cops Wanting to Deport Illegal Immigrants
Big Court Battle Brewing over Controversial "Equal Rights Amendment"
New York State has filed an appeal that slammed the brakes on putting the controversial "Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)" up for a vote on this November's ballot.
Palumbo Honors Stony Brook University CEO as "Woman of Distinction"
"Today marks a celebration of extraordinary dedication and leadership in healthcare," said Senator Palumbo. "It is my great privilege to honor Carol Gomes as my 2024 New York State Woman of Distinction."
Rally for New Laws as Drug Epidemic Sweeps State
Fentanyl is killing New Yorkers at a frightening pace, and the legislature must act now on bills to end the carnage. That was the message from a bipartisan group of Suffolk officials at a rally Friday imploring state leaders to enact four bills, including Chelsey's Law, they hope will turn the tide on the deadly drug epidemic.
Plea Deals Proposed For Migrants Accused of Brutally Beating Police
Plea Deals Proposed For Migrants Accused of Brutally Beating Police
Albany Lawmakers Want to Crack Down on Social Media Companies That Target Teens
Former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy likened teen social media addiction to being hooked on heroin. Now some Empire State lawmakers want one more shot at cracking down on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter who are manipulating algorithms to get teens addicted.
Editorial: Courts Were Correct to Protect Ballot Counting in NYS
Our state constitution guarantees that elections will be administered in a bipartisan manner. Both major parties are ensured representation at our county boards of elections. This is an important and necessary election integrity safeguard.
Democrats at it Again Op-Ed by Assemblyman Joseph DeStefano
Democrats pushing state Constitutional amendment to separate kids from their parents.
Courts Shoot Down "Equal Rights" Proposal That Allows Kids to Transition Without Parental Permission
Local, national, and international headlines blasted a NYS Supreme Court ruling that blocked a public vote this November on an "Equal Rights Amendment" that would change the state constitution. Media and democratic lawmakers misleadingly called the ballot referendum initiative an "abortion referendum". While the court ruling is a big victory, it is likely only temporary. It likely will be appealed and could be overturned.
College Anti-Semitism Act Blocked by State Democrats
Republicans rallied in Albany to push for a bill that would combat anti-Semitism on college campuses, a measure blocked by state Democrats.
Radical Rule Could Allow Boys to Play Girls Sports in NYS High Schools
NY Regents propose radical new rule that ignores biological gender in school sports.
Millions of Your Tax Dollars Now Paying for Political Campaigns
New York State just released the exact dollar figure on how much money taxpayers are spending on political campaigns for statewide candidates to run in contested primaries on June 25th, 2024.
Honoring Law Enforcement Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice
New York State Senator Anthony Palumbo joined fellow lawmakers and members of law enforcement from across the Empire State to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while protecting and serving our communities.
Governor Hochul Blasted for Bigotry on "Black Kids" Comment
Black children in the Bronx don't know what computers are. Those are the exact words from New York Governor Kathy Hochul, who faced fierce and immediate backlash for the racially insensitive comments.
Good News for Those Hit With Astronomical Toll By Mail Late Fees
The "Tollpayer Protection Act" passed both the New York State Senate and Assembly and establishes much needed change to how those who do not use an EZ Pass receive toll bills and any associated late fees and fines.
Tougher Penalties in NY for Assaulting Retail Workers
Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton (D-North Shore/South Brooklyn) claims victory as her bill was signed into law Sunday by New York Governor Kathy Hochul. The bill elevates an assault of a retail worker to a Class D felony in the Second Degree. The proposal recently included in the state budget will go into effect in October.
Hungry for Change: New Yorkers Struggle Despite Economic Recovery Claims
DiNapoli's follow-up analysis revealed a significant jump in food insecurity compared to previous years, where one in ten households (800,000 families) faced similar challenges from 2019 through 2021. Nationally, the food insecurity rate also climbed to 11.2% from 2020 through 2022, indicating a broader economic struggle despite recovery narratives.
State Boost for Journalism
Journalism in New York, the media capital of the world, will get a $30 million boost under a first-of-its-kind measure approved in the state budget providing tax credits to cover up to half of a reporter's salary. Aimed at helping publishers build up their newsroom and retain staff, the credits will cover up to $50,000 of a journalist's pay every year.
Winds of Change Stalled: Hochul's Climate Goals Hit by Wind Farm Failures
Governor Hochul's administration placed significant bets on these wind farms, touting them as pillars of the state's renewable energy future. However, the reality of these projects collapsing due to supply chain issues and technical shortcomings paints a bleak picture of the state's renewable energy ambitions.
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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.