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Schenectady fight leads to multiple arrests after knife incident on Emmett Street

A midday disturbance on a residential Schenectady block escalated into a multi-agency response Thursday, leaving one person injured and several others in custody after reports of a knife being used during a…

Police Blotter

Man clings to life after being shot in abdomen in Schenectady

Late night gunfire leaves man fighting for life in Schenectady Schenectady, NY — A man is in critical condition after being shot in the abdomen during a late-night incident that has police…

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New York Governor’s Office Goes to War with Pizza Review Guy Who Fled NYC

Hochul urges the wealthy to return to NY as Portnoy blasts policy, backlash grows online against the Governor and NYC Mayor Albany, NY – New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s public appeal for…

Government News·Investigative Report·Local Politics·New York City News

New York Governor to Wealthy Who Fled Her State Because of Taxes: Please Come Back

Albany, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul is raising concerns over the financial impact of wealthy residents and major businesses leaving New York, pointing to migration to lower-tax states like Florida and Texas…

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Mobile barber shops could soon be legal in New York under proposed Assembly bill

Legislation introduced in Albany would allow barbers to operate licensed shops out of trailers or vehicles. Albany, NY – A newly introduced bill in the New York State Assembly would allow barbers…

Business News·New York City News·New York News

Senior Citizens in New York are Going Bankrupt as Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Find Out Why

State lawmakers are seeking a deeper look at the financial pressures driving older residents into bankruptcy. Senior bankruptcy study bill introduced in New York Assembly to examine decade of filings Albany, NY…

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New York clean fuel bill aims to cut transportation emissions 20% by 2034

The proposal would require fuel providers to lower the carbon intensity of transportation fuels across New York. Albany, NY – New York lawmakers are advancing legislation that would establish a statewide “Clean…

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New York Wants to Ban Octopus Farming

A New York lawmaker is pushing legislation that would prohibit the sale of farm-raised octopus, citing environmental and animal welfare concerns. Albany, NY – New York lawmakers are considering new legislation that…

Business News·Food & Dining·Government News·Local Politics

New York Proposal Could Open More Public Assistance Programs to Undocumented Immigrants

ALBANY, N.Y. — New York lawmakers are considering legislation that would expand eligibility for certain public assistance programs to some noncitizens who are victims of crimes such as human trafficking, domestic violence,…

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Trooper rescues injured great horned owl along New York Thruway

The bird, likely struck by a vehicle, was transported to a Latham animal hospital for treatment. Coeymans, NY – New York State Police say Trooper Maryam Ibrahim came to the aid of…

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Ukrainian national accused of attempted murder of police chief arrested by ICE in Binghamton

Federal agents say the fugitive entered the U.S. under humanitarian parole before being sought in Ukraine for violent crimes SYRACUSE, NY – Federal authorities in New York have arrested a Ukrainian national…

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New York Assembly advances Whale Awareness Act to curb vessel strikes

Lawmakers propose statewide education mandate as whale deaths rise off New York coast. Albany, NY – A bill introduced in the New York State Assembly would require the development and distribution of…

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New Rochelle man sentenced to 54 months in federal prison for $150,000 pandemic unemployment fraud

Prosecutors say the 30-year-old used stolen identities—including those of deceased individuals—to file fraudulent COVID-19 benefit claims across multiple states. ALBANY, NY – Federal prosecutors announced Friday that 30-year-old Aly Kaba of New…

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South End drug arrest uncovers fentanyl cocaine and cash

South End drug trafficking arrest follows street level investigation Boston, MA – A street corner exchange in the South End drew the attention of officers Monday, leading to the arrest of a…

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New York bill targets “algorithmic pricing discrimination,” requires businesses to disclose data-based pricing

ALBANY, NY – Assemblymember Emerita Torres has introduced the Preventing Algorithmic Pricing Discrimination Act, a proposal aimed at curbing the use of consumer data to unfairly alter prices for goods and services. The…

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Sen. Serrano introduces “Dignity for Immigrants in New York State Act” to limit local cooperation in federal immigration detentions

ALBANY, NY – State Senator José M. Serrano has introduced legislation (S01359) aimed at prohibiting New York State and local law enforcement agencies from detaining individuals solely for violations of federal immigration…

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Schenectady fight leads to multiple arrests after knife incident on Emmett Street

Man clings to life after being shot in abdomen in Schenectady

New York Governor’s Office Goes to War with Pizza Review Guy Who Fled NYC

New York Governor to Wealthy Who Fled Her State Because of Taxes: Please Come Back

Mobile barber shops could soon be legal in New York under proposed Assembly bill

Senior Citizens in New York are Going Bankrupt as Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Find Out Why

New York clean fuel bill aims to cut transportation emissions 20% by 2034

New York Wants to Ban Octopus Farming

New York Proposal Could Open More Public Assistance Programs to Undocumented Immigrants

Trooper rescues injured great horned owl along New York Thruway

Ukrainian national accused of attempted murder of police chief arrested by ICE in Binghamton

New York Assembly advances Whale Awareness Act to curb vessel strikes

New Rochelle man sentenced to 54 months in federal prison for $150,000 pandemic unemployment fraud

South End drug arrest uncovers fentanyl cocaine and cash

New York bill targets “algorithmic pricing discrimination,” requires businesses to disclose data-based pricing

Sen. Serrano introduces “Dignity for Immigrants in New York State Act” to limit local cooperation in federal immigration detentions

Bill would require free menstrual products in state-owned public buildings across New York

New York seeks pilot program to help immigrants start licensed in-home child care businesses

Immigrant SNAP Benefits for All Bill Advances in New York Legislature

Rap lyrics could be banned as evidence in future New York criminal cases

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