NY Gov. Kathy Hochul calls Trump supporters 'clowns' in 'basket of deplorables' moment
Governor Kathy Hochul refers to Donald Trump supporters as 'clowns' in a remark likened to Hillary Clinton's 'basket of deplorables' comment in 2016. [ more ]
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul calls Trump supporters 'clowns' in 'basket of deplorables' moment
Governor Kathy Hochul refers to Donald Trump supporters as 'clowns' in a remark likened to Hillary Clinton's 'basket of deplorables' comment in 2016. [ more ]
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul meets Pope Francis while attending climate change conference
Gov. Kathy Hochul met Pope Francis during a climate change conference at the Vatican, emphasizing the need for global cooperation on environmental issues. [ more ]
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul meets Pope Francis while attending climate change conference
Gov. Kathy Hochul met Pope Francis during a climate change conference at the Vatican, emphasizing the need for global cooperation on environmental issues. [ more ]
Hochul Apologizes for Saying Black Kids' Don't Know the Word Computer'
Gov. Hochul at Milken Conference made a remark implying Black children in the Bronx are unfamiliar with computers, later expressing regret over her choice of words. [ more ]
Now it's free cash: Hochul and Adams' never-ending migrant-money spigot
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams have been distributing money to migrants in New York for nine months.
New York has expanded its state-funded safety net assistance program to include applicants for asylum and applicants for temporary protected status. [ more ]
Hochul demands lawmakers sign off on Adams' housing plan: 'Let them build!'
Gov. Kathy Hochul is pushing for the approval of a plan to build 500,000 new homes and apartments in New York City to address the housing shortage.
Hochul's plan includes reviving a tax break program for developers, creating a similar program for office tower conversions, repealing a state law on building height, and streamlining environmental reviews for housing projects. [ more ]
Now it's free cash: Hochul and Adams' never-ending migrant-money spigot
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams have been distributing money to migrants in New York for nine months.
New York has expanded its state-funded safety net assistance program to include applicants for asylum and applicants for temporary protected status. [ more ]
Hochul demands lawmakers sign off on Adams' housing plan: 'Let them build!'
Gov. Kathy Hochul is pushing for the approval of a plan to build 500,000 new homes and apartments in New York City to address the housing shortage.
Hochul's plan includes reviving a tax break program for developers, creating a similar program for office tower conversions, repealing a state law on building height, and streamlining environmental reviews for housing projects. [ more ]
In New York, Hochul Says State of the State Is Concerning, but Fixable
Gov. Kathy Hochul presents a bleak view of New York in her State of the State address, highlighting crime, failing mental health infrastructure, and affordability concerns as major problems.
Hochul calls for increased investment in psychiatric services, mental health courts, parole supervision, and specialized housing for those with mental health issues and criminal histories. [ more ]
Dose of relief? Hochul proposes ban on insulin co-payments in New York | amNewYork
Governor Kathy Hochul proposed the elimination of co-payments for insulin in New York as part of a consumer protection package.
Insulin prices in the United States are significantly higher than in other countries, leading to rationing and financial hardship for many diabetic adults. [ more ]
In New York, Hochul Says State of the State Is Concerning, but Fixable
Gov. Kathy Hochul presents a bleak view of New York in her State of the State address, highlighting crime, failing mental health infrastructure, and affordability concerns as major problems.
Hochul calls for increased investment in psychiatric services, mental health courts, parole supervision, and specialized housing for those with mental health issues and criminal histories. [ more ]
Dose of relief? Hochul proposes ban on insulin co-payments in New York | amNewYork
Governor Kathy Hochul proposed the elimination of co-payments for insulin in New York as part of a consumer protection package.
Insulin prices in the United States are significantly higher than in other countries, leading to rationing and financial hardship for many diabetic adults. [ more ]
New York Gov Hochul to travel to DC to plead for 'stronger border,' blaming federal government for crisis
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is traveling to Washington, D.C. to advocate for effective immigration reform and increased federal support for New York.
Hochul emphasizes the burden New York carries in sheltering over 69,000 migrants and calls for the federal government to restore the rule of law at the border. [ more ]
Hochul to Propose $25 Million in State Funding for A.L.S. Research
Governor Kathy Hochul plans to propose a $25 million appropriation for ALS research, one of the largest investments by a state in ALS research.
The program created through the appropriation will support various endeavors, including drug development and potentially provide a model for addressing other rare diseases. [ more ]
Steelers vs. Bills: No change in rescheduled Wild Card game, despite continued hazardous conditions
New York State governor Kathy Hochul confirms that the Steelers-Bills Wild Card game will not be postponed again.
Constant communication between NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, Bills co-owner Terry Pegula, and Governor Hochul regarding the logistics of the game. [ more ]
Steelers-Bills wild card game won't be pushed back again, New York Governor says
The wild card matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills will proceed as scheduled despite severe winter weather.
New York governor Kathy Hochul confirmed that the game will not be further delayed and has been in contact with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and Bills' owner Terry Pegula. [ more ]
Steelers vs. Bills: No change in rescheduled Wild Card game, despite continued hazardous conditions
New York State governor Kathy Hochul confirms that the Steelers-Bills Wild Card game will not be postponed again.
Constant communication between NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, Bills co-owner Terry Pegula, and Governor Hochul regarding the logistics of the game. [ more ]
Steelers-Bills wild card game won't be pushed back again, New York Governor says
The wild card matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills will proceed as scheduled despite severe winter weather.
New York governor Kathy Hochul confirmed that the game will not be further delayed and has been in contact with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and Bills' owner Terry Pegula. [ more ]
As crucial House elections near, New York governor outlines agenda
Gov. Kathy Hochul outlines her agenda for 2024 in a State of the State address, focusing on public safety, housing, and mental health.
Hochul aims to reach a deal with progressives to create more housing in the state, proposing a $500 million fund and tax breaks for developers. [ more ]
As crucial House elections near, New York governor outlines agenda
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul outlined her agenda for 2024, focusing on housing, crime, and education policies.
Hochul's priorities include increasing the housing supply, combatting retail theft, and reaching a deal with progressives to create more housing. [ more ]
As crucial House elections near, New York governor outlines agenda
Gov. Kathy Hochul outlines her agenda for 2024 in a State of the State address, focusing on public safety, housing, and mental health.
Hochul aims to reach a deal with progressives to create more housing in the state, proposing a $500 million fund and tax breaks for developers. [ more ]
As crucial House elections near, New York governor outlines agenda
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul outlined her agenda for 2024, focusing on housing, crime, and education policies.
Hochul's priorities include increasing the housing supply, combatting retail theft, and reaching a deal with progressives to create more housing. [ more ]
Why Democrats' House hopes could rest on Hochul's agenda
Incoming New York Governor Kathy Hochul is facing pressure from progressive lawmakers in the Democratic-run state Legislature.
Republicans are preparing to use issues like tax increases on the wealthy and criminal justice system changes to potentially win key seats and regain the House majority in 2025. [ more ]
Hochul confirms she's not pursuing housing growth mandates in upcoming legislative session | amNewYork
Gov. Kathy Hochul will not pursue growth mandates for housing in the upcoming legislative session and will instead use executive action to advance her housing agenda.
The mandates were unpopular with suburban state legislators and received backlash in swing districts, potentially impacting Democrats' chances of retaking seats in suburban areas in the next election. [ more ]
Hochul confirms she's not pursuing housing growth mandates in upcoming legislative session | amNewYork
Gov. Kathy Hochul will not pursue growth mandates for housing in the upcoming legislative session and will instead use executive action to advance her housing agenda.
The mandates were unpopular with suburban state legislators and received backlash in swing districts, potentially impacting Democrats' chances of retaking seats in suburban areas in the next election. [ more ]
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is reportedly considering delaying the state's congestion pricing plan due to concerns about House Democrats' election impact. [ more ]
At the Last Moment, Hochul Slows Congestion Pricing to a Crawl
Kathy Hochul may defer or cancel congestion pricing in NYC, despite its benefits, due to political considerations. She could opt for a business tax instead. [ more ]
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is reportedly considering delaying the state's congestion pricing plan due to concerns about House Democrats' election impact. [ more ]
At the Last Moment, Hochul Slows Congestion Pricing to a Crawl
Kathy Hochul may defer or cancel congestion pricing in NYC, despite its benefits, due to political considerations. She could opt for a business tax instead. [ more ]
Hochul, from a conservative background, shifted to a leftist stance as governor, struggling with fiscal management and facing criticism for surrendering to radical leftists. [ more ]
Hochul appoints new interim leadership at troubled Office of Cannabis Management
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced new leadership appointments at the Office of Cannabis Management to overhaul the agency post-botched legal cannabis rollout. [ more ]