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New York Border Patrol Make Multiple Arrests
As the federal government ramps up border patrol, agents in New York have been busy. Living in New York, we are on the front lines when it comes to controlling the border and potential criminals. While much of the focus has been on Mexican and...

New York reports first $2bn monthly wagering handle since May
The state’s August casino revenue also grew by 4.7% in comparison to results from the year prior. By Will Underwood Good to know: - The NYSGC has reported a $2.04bn sports wagering handle for the month of August - This figure represents a rise of...

Parks & Trails New York launches economic impact study of the 750-mile Empire State Trail
ALBANY – Parks & Trails New York announced the launch of an economic impact study of the Empire State Trail. Led by LaBella Associates with support from the Institute for Transportation Research and Education at North Carolina State University,...

Could Your Tree Be New York's Official Christmas Tree?
Christmas will be here before we know it and the State of New York is already starting to plan for their annual display! There are reports that New York State is looking for someone to donate their tree that will be used as the center piece for...

Massive sinkhole opens up on New York street after heavy rain as more showers on the way
A massive sinkhole has opened up in New York City following torrential downpours over the weekend. Part of the Saw Mill River Parkway in Westchester County remains closed after the heavy rain caused the road to collapse, according to New York...

New York’s Saw Mill River Parkway shut down after massive collapse due to heavy rain
DOBBS FERRY, N.Y. – Part of a parkway north of New York City remains closed Monday after heavy rain caused the road to buckle, according to New York State Department of Transportation officials. The Dobbs Ferry Fire Department said Saw Mill River...

Beloved Farm Tradition in Central New York Ends After 45 Memorable Years
After 45 years of pumpkins, squash, and festive fall decorations, one family farm in Central New York has announced it will not be opening its farm stand this season — marking the end of a cherished local tradition. The family-owned and operated...

Where Are Driverless Cars Going in New York City?
Support local news today! Our nonprofit newsroom relies on readers like you to power investigations like these. Join the community that powers NYC’s independent local news. Years before Mayor Eric Adams gave Waymo the green light to test its robot...

New York says 'physical activity' increases risk from COVID in health guidance to circumvent FDA
Five years after COVID-19 lockdowns punished physical activity outside the home, possibly facilitating adverse events mistaken for biologically elusive "long COVID," the Empire State is explicitly warning residents that exercise is a threat to...

NY weather: Frost advisory for New York until Tuesday morning – temperatures to dip to 33
On Tuesday at 12:16 a.m. the National Weather Service released a frost advisory valid between 2 a.m. and 8 a.m. for Herkimer, Hamilton, Schoharie, Albany, Greene and Ulster counties. The weather service adds to prepare for, "Temperatures as low as...

New York State Supreme Court blocks opening of ICE office at Rikers island
Tuesday, September 9, 2025 1:10AM The New York State Supreme Court has barred ICE from opening an office at Rikers Island. NEW YORK CITY (WABC) -- New York State's Supreme Court has barred ICE from opening an office at Rikers Island, a ruling...

Second Circuit Upholds New York Party Name Ban
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit recently upheld a 2022 New York State law prohibiting the use of the word “Independent” or “Independence” in the name of a political party. New York’s ban on the use of “Independent” or...

Albany County approves controversial midterm pay raise for deputy chair
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — The Albany County Legislature has passed a contentious measure granting an $8,000 midterm pay raise to Deputy Chairwoman Wanda Willingham, despite opposition from county Republicans. The decision, made Monday night, has...

New York AG Will Defend Her State’s Abortion Shield Laws From Texas Challenge
Truthout is an indispensable resource for activists, movement leaders and workers everywhere. Please make this work possible with a quick donation. This story was originally published by The 19th. New York Attorney General Letitia James announced...

Invesco Rochester New York Municipals Fund Q2 2025 Commentary
Summary Credit fundamentals in our view remain strong, with credit upgrades outpacing downgrades year to date. Given predicted Fed rate cuts for the second half of the year and steady new issuance, we see opportunities in the municipal bond...

New York state identifies multiple superfund sites, contaminated soil in city of Corning
The New York state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has identified multiple locations as superfund sites in the city of Corning. In August, Denison Park and the city of Corning Fire Department location were designated as Class 2...

50 Top Pizza: New York and Italian Masters Locked in a Tie for World’s Best Pizzeria
What’s the best pizzeria in the world? It’s a tie for 2025. Anthony Mangieri’s Una Pizza Napoletana, located in New York, is still tops on the planet, according to the Italian guide 50 Top Pizza. But, in a repeat of 2022, Mangieri shares that...

Mamdani says he will keep New York City pension fund out of Israel Bonds
New York City’s Democratic nominee for mayor, Zohran Mamdani, said in a television interview on Sunday that he does not believe the city’s pension funds should be invested in Israel Bonds because of the country's violations of international law....

New law allows crossbow hunting in New York State
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - After over a decade of pushing for it, it’s a win for state conservation groups as Governor Hochul signs a crossbow bill into law. The bill gives hunters across the state the ability to use a crossbow for big game in...

New York Association Urges Motorists to Stop for School Buses at Startup
With the new school year underway, the New York Association for Pupil Transportation (NYAPT) is drawing urgent attention to the dangerous and ongoing issue of motorists illegally passing stopped school buses. The organization is calling on all New...