New York State
New York Governor's Race is Closest in Decades
Incumbent Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, eked out a victory against Republican challenger Lee Zeldin. She also became the first woman elected as governor of the state.
Chip Maker Commits Up to $100B for U.S. Manufacturing Site
The facility is planned for upstate New York. It would mark one of the first major new investments by semiconductor companies following the passage of billions in federal incentives.
New York Legislative Staffers Optimistic About Union
After going public with their campaign in July, organizers say momentum has continued to grow.
States Seek to Clarify If Forgiven Student Loans Will be Taxed
President Biden's loan forgiveness plan could result in additional tax liability in at least six states, according to a think tank. But officials in some places are taking steps to ensure the canceled debt doesn't count as income.
Elected Officials Past ‘Child-bearing Age’ Bristle at Lawmaker's Tweet
A New York state senator suggested older officials won’t fight as hard for reproductive rights. It reignited a longtime debate over what ageism looks like for people who hold political office.
New York State Pumps the Brakes on Crypto Mining
With the value of cryptocurrency dropping and environmental concerns moving front and center, New York considers a two-year pause on fossil-fuel powered crypto mining operations.
The New Yorkers Who Moved to Florida
A roundup of celebrities and politicians who headed south to the Sunshine State.
'We Battled to Get That Food Store': What the Tops Supermarket Meant to Buffalo’s Black Community
The racist mass shooting has left a deep scar at a symbol of resilience on the city’s east side.
Police Could Have Used New York’s Red Flag Law to Stop the Buffalo Shooting Suspect
State police said they did not file for a protection order under the law after they were called to the accused shooter’s school, where they reportedly investigated a “murder-suicide” threat he made.
New York’s Once-booming Oil Industry and the Risky Wells It Left Behind
Western New York towns were built around oil production. Now, they’re grappling with the remnants of a declining industry.
Can New York Court and Regulate the Crypto Industry at the Same Time?
Some state lawmakers are making enemies in the cryptocurrency industry as New York City Mayor Eric Adams tries to woo it.
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