This summer has been a hard one for New York. Multiple heatwaves, and the resulting storms, have been hitting the state relentlessly since mid-June. This past Tuesday, thunderstorms hit several areas of the state, leaving over 170,000 Upstate New Yorkers without power, Governor Hochul said. Knowing New York is in a crisis, Governor Hochul has […]
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Keeping kids SAFE: Governor Hochul signs legislation restricting addictive social media feeds to protect minors online
With the world practically at their fingertips, ensuring the protection and safety of children has become much harder since the creation of social media. Recognizing this, New York’s government is starting to take action. Governor Kathy Hochul, as confirmed by governor.ny.gov, signed nation-leading legislation yesterday, Thursday, June 20: legislations S.7694A/A.8148A and S.7695B/A.8149A. Those present with […]
New York governor delays plan to fund transit and fight traffic with big tolls on Manhattan drivers
The much-anticipated congestion pricing scheme, which was going to impose substantial charges on drivers heading into the heart of Manhattan, was postponed indefinitely on Wednesday by New York Governor Kathy Hochul. Advocates for better transportation had hoped that the tolls would provide a financial lifeline for the financially troubled New York City Subway and Commuter […]
