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Hochul Blames Violent Prison Deaths on Toxic Culture
Governor Kathy Hochul suspects a broader cultural issue in New York’s prison system contributed to the violent deaths of two inmates in Oneida County, according to reporting by WSYR-TV. She pointed to signs of cover-ups ... more
Hochul Rallies for NY Budget Deal With Tax Cuts, Crime Plan, and Mental Health Reform
Gov. Kathy Hochul rallied in Rochester this week, calling on state lawmakers to finalize a budget deal that includes tax relief, public safety investments, and expanded mental health laws. The proposal comes amid rising living ... more
Gov. Hochul to Address Budget Delay in Rochester
Governor Kathy Hochul will visit Foodlink in Rochester on Monday to discuss the 2025 State of the State Affordability Agenda and ongoing state budget talks. Lawmakers recently approved a fifth short-term budget extension, with no ... more
New York Expands 2025 Electric Vehicle Rebate and Charging Programs
New York State has added $30 million in funding to its 2025 Drive Clean Rebate program, offering consumers up to $2,000 off the purchase or lease of new electric vehicles (EVs). The expanded initiative, announced ... more
Stefanik May Shake Up NY Governor’s Race
Rep. Elise Stefanik is weighing a run for New York governor, sparking speculation and tension within the GOP, according to party insiders. Though not officially in, her potential candidacy is already complicating Rep. Mike Lawler’s ... more
Hochul Unveils $30 Million Boost for Electric Vehicle Rebates and Charging Access in New York
Governor Kathy Hochul announced Friday that an additional $30 million is now available to help New Yorkers lease or purchase electric vehicles, expanding the state’s Drive Clean Rebate program and upgrading incentives for EV charging ... more
Trump Halts Major NY Offshore Wind Project
The Trump administration has ordered a sudden stop to construction on Empire Wind, a large offshore wind project meant to power over 500,000 New York homes, according to the Associated Press. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum ... more
Hochul Unveils $12M in Funding to Advance Smart Grid Technology: What Does It Mean?
Governor Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that $12 million in new funding is now available to support the development of cutting-edge electric grid technologies across New York. The initiative, part of the state’s broader clean energy ... more
Poll: Most New Yorkers Oppose Hochul Re-Election Amid Rising Pessimism
A new Marist Poll finds Governor Kathy Hochul’s approval rating remains underwater in New York, with a majority of residents opposing her bid for re-election and expressing growing dissatisfaction with the state’s direction. Just 39% ... more
Mount Vernon Water Overhaul Marks Major Milestone as Hochul Celebrates $150M Infrastructure Investment
Governor Kathy Hochul marked three years of accelerated progress in Mount Vernon’s water infrastructure overhaul Tuesday, celebrating the completion of the city’s Third Street Sewer Project and the Mount Vernon Healthy Homes Pilot Program—key milestones ... more
Hochul Launches Final Phase of $644 Million Broadband Push to Reach New York’s Hardest-to-Serve Homes
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a new milestone in New York’s push to deliver high-speed internet to every household and business across the state, launching the final phase of the ConnectALL Deployment Program with a focus ... more
Heastie Reaches Discovery Deal, But Hochul Holds Back and Mental Health Comes to Front
A tentative compromise on New York’s discovery laws has been struck between Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and the state’s five district attorneys. But Governor Kathy Hochul is not ready to sign off, keeping the state ... more
Budget Showdown Escalates Between NY and D.C.
As New York’s budget deadline continues to slip, state and federal leaders are locked in a bitter blame game. Gov. Kathy Hochul says federal threats to slash funding and a shaky market won’t force her ... more
Hochul Pushes Discovery Law Changes Amid Case Dismissal Surge
Governor Kathy Hochul is demanding urgent changes to New York’s discovery laws after new state reports revealed that 94 percent of domestic violence cases in New York City were dismissed last year — a 26 ... more
Governor Hochul Declares April as Financial Aid Awareness Month to Expand Access to Higher Education
Governor Kathy Hochul has declared April as Financial Aid Awareness Month in New York, launching a statewide effort to connect students and families with the resources they need to afford college and unlock life-changing opportunities ... more
House Panel Pressures Hochul Over Sanctuary Policies
A U.S. House committee is urging Gov. Kathy Hochul to testify on New York’s sanctuary policies and provide related records by April 24, according to the Times Union. The request is part of a broader ... more
Hochul declares April Financial Aid Awareness Month to expand college access
Governor Kathy Hochul has declared April as Financial Aid Awareness Month in New York, launching a statewide effort to connect students and families with critical resources to make college more affordable. “Far too often, students ... more
Hochul launches $5 million initiative to close wireless coverage gaps
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a $5 million state initiative aimed at identifying innovative solutions to expand mobile wireless service across New York, targeting persistent cellular coverage gaps that hinder public safety and economic growth ... more
Pandemic Relief Fraud: $400 Billion in COVID-19 Aid Stolen, Federal Report Finds
The federal government has lost over $400 billion to fraud, waste, and abuse during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report from the Special Committee on Pandemic Programs. The losses span small business loans, ... more
