New York State Hemlock Initiative aims to control Eastern Hemlock infestation
Hemlock woolly adelgid pose a mounting threat to Eastern hemlocks, trees that play a significant role in filtering water in the Skaneateles Lake watershed. Read more »
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New York state budget delayed amid debates over several major budgetary items
The halting of payments does not affect most aspects of the State University of New York, City University of New York or the State Insurance Fund, per the memo. Read more »
Gov. Kathy Hochul announces website to provide aid and resources for Ukraine
To provide aid for immigration assistance, New York state is offering free services through the Office of New Americans that include preparation and support for naturalization and civics tests. Read more »
State Sen. Rachel May apologizes for 'unacceptable' banner referencing 9/11
The sign depicted a plane labeled “CLIMATE CHANGE” above a New York City skyline prominently featuring the twin towers. The plane was facing the two buildings. Read more »
Anthony Broadwater files unjust imprisonment suit against New York state
The lawsuit claims “egregious” police and prosecutorial misconduct leading up to the trial and seeks $50 million for unjust conviction and imprisonment and a list of damages. Read more »
Beginning to understand road salts’s impact on watersheds in Syracuse
Cornell Cooperative Extension educator Camille Marcotte recommends residents take more proactive steps to reduce the amount of salt they use on their personal property. Read more »
New York state to lift statewide mask requirement in schools effective Wednesday
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Sunday the state will lift the statewide mask requirement in schools effective Wednesday. Read more »
Chuck Schumer calls for reduced insulin price, reacts to Russian-Ukrainian conflict
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced he will call for a Senate vote in March to reduce the cost of insulin from $200-$600 per prescription to a cap of $35. Read more »
State AG says Green National must address tenant living conditions or face $300,000 fine
In the agreement, Green National, a real estate management company owned by Troy and Tim Green, will pay a $300,000 penalty, of which all but $50,000 will be suspended if all terms of the agreement are fulfilled within 60 days. Read more »
New York state SNAP recipients to receive maximum benefits in February
New York state SNAP recipients to receive maximum benefits in February. Read more »
SUNY schools to stop transcript withholding as SU continues practice
SUNY’s Board of Trustees ended the practice of withholding transcripts from SUNY students with outstanding balances Read more »
New York state awards nearly $6 million to Catholic Charities of Onondaga County
The funding is part of a larger initiative from Hochul that allocated $17.3 million in state funding to provide both permanent and emergency housing for people experiencing homelessness. Read more »
Kimberly T. Hill appointed as New York state’s 1st Chief Disability Officer
The position was established Tuesday along with the Office of the Chief Disability Officer, which will advocate for people with disabilities. Read more »
New York state will end mask mandate Feb. 10, Gov. Hochul says
The governor initially announced the mandate on Dec. 10, 2021, and it went into effect three days later. Read more »
End of eviction moratorium spells uncertainty for tenants
To help with upcoming potential eviction cases, May is sponsoring Senate Bill S6678A, which would create the right to counsel in eviction cases throughout New York state. May said that the right already exists in New York City. Read more »
AAUP endorses New York state budget, seeks increased financial aid
The proposed budget includes $150 million to expand the state’s Tuition Assistance Program, which financially supports New York state residents attending SUNY, CUNY or not-for-profit independent colleges. Read more »
Independent commission fails, legislature will draw NY congressional districts
The commission failed, instead submitting two maps — one proposed by the commission’s Democrats and the other by its Republicans. The two independents within the commission voted along with the party that nominated them. Read more »
State Supreme Court judge rules Gov. Kathy Hochul mask mandate unlawful
Judge Rademaker argued that a law passed by the New York State Legislature prevented Gov. Hochul from enacting further mandates. Read more »
Communities Not Cages calls for overhaul of prison sentencing laws
Over 120 organizations have expressed their support for the campaign, including the New York Civil Liberties Union, The Legal Aid Society and the Center for Community Alternatives, among others. Read more »
Breaking down Gov. Kathy Hochul's record $216.3 billion state budget proposal
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York state’s $216.3 billion budget proposal for the 2023 fiscal year on Tuesday, a record-high amount. Read more »
Rep. John Katko will not seek reelection to Congress in 2022
Rep. John Katko, R-Camillus, announced Friday that he would not seek reelection in 2022. Read more »
New York state extends indoor mask mandate until Feb. 1
New York state will extend the statewide mask-or-vaccine mandate until Feb. 1, 2022. Read more »
Feds will give SU $4.4 million to reimburse COVID-19 pandemic expenses
U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced $4.4 million to reimburse Syracuse University's COVID-19 expenditures. Read more »
Former NY governor Andrew Cuomo charged in sexual misconduct complaint
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo was charged with a misdemeanor sex offense in a criminal complaint, The New York Times reported Thursday. Read more »
