#New York

#New York

Two New York state Democrats introduce legislation to remove limits on migrant stays in city shelters.

Advocates argue that the policies are inhumane and counterproductive, while City Hall maintains that the caps are necessary. [ more ]

Teenage girl stabbed to death at Queens subway station. [ more ]

New York judge facing censure after engaging in a street brawl with neighbors and involving in matters with an attorney. [ more ]

Manhattan DA intends to pursue a new trial against Harvey Weinstein after previous conviction was overturned. [ more ]

Harvey Weinstein, post-overturned 2020 rape conviction, remains in jail but hospitalized for health issues. [ more ]

Some Connecticut and New Jersey employees question paying personal income tax to New York, leading to potential tax credit offers in home states. [ more ]

The rise of Asian American politicians in New York, particularly in Queens and southern Brooklyn, signals a significant shift in political representation and power. [ more ]

New Yorkers are facing a significant affordability crisis with rising food prices impacting their ability to afford groceries, leading to stress and food insecurity. [ more ]

Employees of New York-based companies who telecommute are questioning paying personal income tax to New York, prompting states like New Jersey to offer tax credit incentives. [ more ]

Gov. Hochul prevented new tax hikes, but the emergency tax remains, alongside a compromised budget deal impacting various sectors negatively. [ more ]

Changes to New York's public school funding formula delayed to next year's budget.

Proposal to alter distribution of public school funding, known as Foundation Aid, on hold for now. [ more ]

New York expands Tuition Assistance Program to benefit more students with higher income eligibility and minimum award amount. [ more ]

Massachusetts is the most educated state according to a study by WalletHub

The study took into account educational attainment and quality of education [ more ]

New York ticket sales up 30% from 2023 on StubHub [ more ]

The new remix of 'Fisherrr' by Cash Cobain and Bay Swag features Ice Spice, creating a NYC vibe and anticipation for the song of the summer. [ more ]

The parties in New York in the 1980s had become formulaic and unmemorable.

There was a noted effort to include more 'Third World artists' on the guest list, but little else had changed. [ more ]

Local news organizations in New York are set to receive tax breaks to support the employment of journalists, highlighting the importance of independent journalism for democracy. [ more ]

New Yorkers have the longest commute times, averaging approximately 33.2 minutes one-way to work. [ more ]

New Yorkers in 1925 traveled north for a solar eclipse spectacle not to be seen for another 99 years.

A total eclipse will be visible in parts of New York State this afternoon as the moon aligns with the sun. [ more ]

Strongest earthquake in New York area since 1884

Quake affected airports in New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Baltimore [ more ]

Trump posted a $175m bond to avoid asset seizures in a civil fraud case.

Appeals court reduced the bond from $454m to $175m, pending further appeal hearing. [ more ]

Legalizing basement and cellar apartments is gaining support in New York.

$85 million was allocated last year to improve safety of basement units. [ more ]

The 2023 baseball season was disappointing for both the Mets and Yankees.

The 2024 baseball season has little carry-over momentum due to the struggles in 2023. [ more ]

Thousands of New Yorkers cast their votes in the state's presidential primary over the weekend.

Early voting for the presidential primary in New York ran through Saturday, March 30. [ more ]

Café Boulud offers a unique dining experience with a menu inspired by French roots, seasonal dishes, local sourcing, and global cuisine.

The new location of Café Boulud exudes a more formal and elegant atmosphere, attracting a mix of clientele including those in formal attire and families. [ more ]

Pharmacists in NY can dispense OTC hormonal contraceptives

Patients can access contraceptives at local pharmacies with ease [ more ]

Matt Rempe has captivated NY and hockey fans with his old school style of play.

Rempe received a standing ovation during warmups and controlled the crowd with his presence on the ice. [ more ]

Andrew Cuomo criticizes federal government over migrant crisis

Cuomo describes the migrant crisis as the worst government blunder he has seen [ more ]

Reparations commission created in New York

Focus on history and impact of reparations [ more ]

New York Governor asks online sites to hide illegal cannabis dispensaries

Legal marijuana shops in New York face challenges in competition with illegal vendors. [ more ]

Democrats proposed changes in swing districts to favor their candidates.

The new map shift maintains balance in partisan makeup with minor alterations. [ more ]

Judge bars Trump from operating corporation in NY [ more ]

New York does not top the list of the best pizza spots in the US.

Pequod's Pizzeria in Chicago is ranked as the best pizza spot in the country. [ more ]

New York is not expected to recover all jobs lost during the pandemic until late 2026.

New York's slow jobs recovery compared to the rest of the country is a growing concern. [ more ]

Proposed changes to New York's congressional maps could impact close elections and potentially tip the balance of power in the US House of Representatives.

The changes include redrawing districts to be more favorable for Democrats in some areas, while giving Republicans more conservative-leaning ground in others. [ more ]

Former Rep. Tom Suozzi replaces Republican George Santos in New York's third congressional district, helping Democrats chip away at the Republican majority in the House.

Suozzi's victory was based on early vote results showing a decisive lead in Queens and enough of a lead in Nassau County to withstand the expected boost for the Republican nominee. [ more ]

The special election in New York's 3rd Congressional District is expected to be a close race.

The outcome could provide insights for both parties as they head into the general election season. [ more ]

The Venezuelan gang, Tren de Aragua, is rapidly expanding its criminal empire in New York and could potentially form alliances with other gangs like MS-13.

The FBI is closely monitoring Tren de Aragua's growth and actively sharing intelligence to prevent further expansion. [ more ]

The special House election in New York may be affected by an ill-timed snowstorm.

The race is expected to be close and both parties are adapting their campaign plans due to the weather conditions. [ more ]

Northwell Health-GoHealth charged 731 patients in New York for COVID-19 vaccines, which were supposed to be administered at no out-of-pocket cost.

The New York Attorney General's office conducted an investigation and found that Northwell-GoHealth improperly billed patients a total of $14,996.05 in fees. [ more ]