Hochul recruitment drive for fired feds set to add hundreds of millions of dollars to already bloated payroll billGov. Hochul is aggressively recruiting laid-off federal workers to fill 7,000 state jobs despite rising payroll costs in New York.
Top CUNY honchos OK'd antisemitic Hunter College course - now heads must rollCUNY's ad for a 'Palestinian Studies' professor was ordered to be shut down by Gov. Hochul due to concerns about antisemitism.
Besieged Eric Adams hits back at Hochul for trying to limit his powers - and insists he's running as a Dem as Cuomo looms over raceMayor Adams asserts his innocence and opposes Gov. Hochul's proposed oversight measures, arguing it's politically motivated.
Adams, Hochul mostly avoid each other at West Indian Day festivities amid friction over NYC migrant crisisMayor Adams and Gov. Hochul maintained distance at West Indian Day parade amid ongoing political tensions.
Besieged Eric Adams hits back at Hochul for trying to limit his powers - and insists he's running as a Dem as Cuomo looms over raceMayor Adams asserts his innocence and opposes Gov. Hochul's proposed oversight measures, arguing it's politically motivated.
Adams, Hochul mostly avoid each other at West Indian Day festivities amid friction over NYC migrant crisisMayor Adams and Gov. Hochul maintained distance at West Indian Day parade amid ongoing political tensions.
Timid Hochul's inaction risks havoc as wildcat prison strikes spreadNew York's strike prohibition for public employees is facing challenges, especially among corrections officers amid ongoing safety concerns.
'Trust Us': Albany Pols Offer Only Promises To Fill Massive Hole In MTA Capital Plan - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul emphasized the need for an MTA Capital Plan but failed to present concrete funding solutions for the infrastructure challenges facing New York.
Albany's budget deal locks in an uglier future for New YorkGov. Hochul prevented new tax hikes, but the emergency tax remains, alongside a compromised budget deal impacting various sectors negatively.
Timid Hochul's inaction risks havoc as wildcat prison strikes spreadNew York's strike prohibition for public employees is facing challenges, especially among corrections officers amid ongoing safety concerns.
'Trust Us': Albany Pols Offer Only Promises To Fill Massive Hole In MTA Capital Plan - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul emphasized the need for an MTA Capital Plan but failed to present concrete funding solutions for the infrastructure challenges facing New York.
Albany's budget deal locks in an uglier future for New YorkGov. Hochul prevented new tax hikes, but the emergency tax remains, alongside a compromised budget deal impacting various sectors negatively.
Monday's Headlines: Congestion Pricing Cometh Edition - Streetsblog New York CityThe MTA Board will vote on congestion pricing, with planned toll increases from $9 to $15 by 2031.
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan | amNewYorkGov. Hochul postponed NY's congestion pricing, affecting $15B transit upgrades, raising $1B annually for MTA's century-old system.
MTA's $68.4B capital program is pure fiction -unless Hochul steps upGov. Hochul needs to take decisive leadership for the MTA's $68.4 billion capital program to succeed.
Opinion: What Subway Riders Need to Know 90 Days into the Congestion Pricing 'Pause' - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul's funding pause has significantly impacted NYC's transit system and environmental health.
Hamstrung! Congestion Pricing 'Pause' Screws Over the Next MTA Capital Plan: Report - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul's congestion pricing pause is delaying the MTA's capital plan by potentially several years, highlighting a significant funding shortfall.
Streetsies 2024: The Year in Fake Pictures - Streetsblog New York CityStreetsblog utilized creative imagery to critique and comment on various controversial actions and events impacting New York's transit and labor issues this year.
Monday's Headlines: Congestion Pricing Cometh Edition - Streetsblog New York CityThe MTA Board will vote on congestion pricing, with planned toll increases from $9 to $15 by 2031.
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan | amNewYorkGov. Hochul postponed NY's congestion pricing, affecting $15B transit upgrades, raising $1B annually for MTA's century-old system.
MTA's $68.4B capital program is pure fiction -unless Hochul steps upGov. Hochul needs to take decisive leadership for the MTA's $68.4 billion capital program to succeed.
Opinion: What Subway Riders Need to Know 90 Days into the Congestion Pricing 'Pause' - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul's funding pause has significantly impacted NYC's transit system and environmental health.
Hamstrung! Congestion Pricing 'Pause' Screws Over the Next MTA Capital Plan: Report - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul's congestion pricing pause is delaying the MTA's capital plan by potentially several years, highlighting a significant funding shortfall.
Streetsies 2024: The Year in Fake Pictures - Streetsblog New York CityStreetsblog utilized creative imagery to critique and comment on various controversial actions and events impacting New York's transit and labor issues this year.
Derailed? Gov. Hochul May Rip Up MTA Capital Plan - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul may not fill the $33-billion gap in the MTA capital plan, risking smaller funding amid pressure from transit advocates.
Tuesday's Headline: Six-Figure Ad Buy Edition - Streetsblog New York CityAdvocates for congestion pricing criticize Gov. Hochul's delays, citing urgent need for tolling to improve traffic and air quality while funding public transit.
Derailed? Gov. Hochul May Rip Up MTA Capital Plan - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul may not fill the $33-billion gap in the MTA capital plan, risking smaller funding amid pressure from transit advocates.
Tuesday's Headline: Six-Figure Ad Buy Edition - Streetsblog New York CityAdvocates for congestion pricing criticize Gov. Hochul's delays, citing urgent need for tolling to improve traffic and air quality while funding public transit.
Friday's Headlines: Taking Its Toll Edition - Streetsblog New York CityCongestion pricing cancellation by Gov. Hochul creates confusion in Albany and raises questions about MTA funding.
Friday's Headlines Ask, 'Was It Worth It, Governor?' - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul faces backlash for halting congestion pricing, losing support among New Yorkers.
Hochul Ditches $10K Fundraiser For Car Dealers Amid Congestion Pricing Uproar - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul backed out of a fundraiser hosted by the car lobby amid controversy over congestion pricing, emphasizing the significance of her decision-making process.
Crazy Talk: In New Speech, Hochul Declares Dictatorial Powers, But Also Begs Legislature for Bailout - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul's power play echoes infamous rulers in history, needing legislative intervention for transit funding.
N.Y. Lawmakers End Session Without Replacing Congestion Pricing RevenueDemocratic lawmakers announced leaving Albany without plugging funding gap from congestion pricing backtrack, leaving billion-dollar hole in MTA budget.
Monday's Headlines: Far From the Madding Crowd Edition - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul's engagement with out-of-towners contrasts sharply with her avoidance of local critics, highlighting a disconnect in her transportation policy approach.
Friday's Headlines: Taking Its Toll Edition - Streetsblog New York CityCongestion pricing cancellation by Gov. Hochul creates confusion in Albany and raises questions about MTA funding.
Friday's Headlines Ask, 'Was It Worth It, Governor?' - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul faces backlash for halting congestion pricing, losing support among New Yorkers.
Hochul Ditches $10K Fundraiser For Car Dealers Amid Congestion Pricing Uproar - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul backed out of a fundraiser hosted by the car lobby amid controversy over congestion pricing, emphasizing the significance of her decision-making process.
Crazy Talk: In New Speech, Hochul Declares Dictatorial Powers, But Also Begs Legislature for Bailout - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul's power play echoes infamous rulers in history, needing legislative intervention for transit funding.
N.Y. Lawmakers End Session Without Replacing Congestion Pricing RevenueDemocratic lawmakers announced leaving Albany without plugging funding gap from congestion pricing backtrack, leaving billion-dollar hole in MTA budget.
Monday's Headlines: Far From the Madding Crowd Edition - Streetsblog New York CityGov. Hochul's engagement with out-of-towners contrasts sharply with her avoidance of local critics, highlighting a disconnect in her transportation policy approach.
Hochul: Elevated security at Cricket World Cup following terror alertGov. Hochul ordered elevated security for India-Pakistan Cricket World Cup match in NYC following pro-ISIS threats. Nearly 2 million applied for tickets.
New York Governor Regrets Saying Black Kids in the Bronx Don't Know What a Computer IsGov. Hochul regrets implying Black children in the Bronx are unfamiliar with computers.
Kathy Hochul's dim slur on black kids and computers exposes Dems' condescending ignoranceLawmakers criticize Gov. Hochul for offensive comments about black children's knowledge.
New York Governor Regrets Saying Black Kids in the Bronx Don't Know What a Computer IsGov. Hochul regrets implying Black children in the Bronx are unfamiliar with computers.
Kathy Hochul's dim slur on black kids and computers exposes Dems' condescending ignoranceLawmakers criticize Gov. Hochul for offensive comments about black children's knowledge.
Slain NYC detective's wake gets politicized: Letters to the Editor - April 4, 2024Hochul's attendance at NYPD Det. Diller's wake caused controversy and criticism.Readers express outrage at Hochul's visit and her policies regarding criminals.
NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller's neighbor, a retired 9/11 responder, says Hochul, DAs have 'blood on their handsRetired 9/11 first responder criticizes Gov. Hochul and justice system for fatal shooting.Multiple arrests for suspects involved in fatal shooting of NYPD Officer Diller.
NY governor's subway mask ban proposal sparks debate over right to anonymous protestGov. Hochul's proposal to ban masks on the New York subway is controversial due to concerns about civil liberties, disability rights, and conflicts with anti-mask laws.
New leadership at OCM aims to fix botched legal cannabis industry in NYSGov. Hochul appointed a new leadership team to revamp the Office of Cannabis Management and address challenges in the industry.