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New York tax collections top expectations but warning signs loom

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Comptroller: Local sales tax collection strong across NYS
New York collected more tax revenue than expected in the last fiscal year, but state officials are warning that economic uncertainty could cloud the outlook ahead. Tax collections for the 2025โ€“26 fiscal year totaled $127.5 billion, exceeding projections by $2.3 billion and marking a nearly $10 billion increase from the previous year ... FULL STORY
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FL1 SPORTS: Sabres to Face Bruins, NBA and NHL Playoffs (podcast)

FL1 SPORTS: Sabres to Face Bruins, NBA and NHL Playoffs (podcast)
It's playoff time in the NBA and NHL! The guys talk about the postseason runs ahead and discuss what to expect for the Sabres before they take on the Bruins ... LAUNCH STREAM
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HEADLINE NEWS

DEC highlights 22 years of brownfield cleanups, ties program to housing growth

DEC highlights 22 years of brownfield cleanups, ties program to housing growth
New York officials are pointing to the stateโ€™s long-running brownfield cleanup efforts as a key driver of housing development and community revitalization. The Department of Environmental Conservation announced that its Brownfield Cleanup Program marked its 22nd year in ... Read More

Route 36 closure planned in North Hornell for intersection work

Roads blocked off in downtown Rochester after debris falls from vacant building
Drivers traveling through North Hornell will need to plan ahead next week as a key intersection is set to close for construction. The New York State Department of Transportation announced that portions of State Route 36 and County ... Read More

Bathymetry and sludge hydra: How we are feeding the Finger Lakes’ toxic blooms

In our previous articles, we explored how the loss of deep-water oxygen โ€“ hypoxia - creates a dead zone at the bottom of our lakes. But hypoxia is only the trigger. The real engine ...

Hochul announces $71 million settlement to refund energy customers

Hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers will receive financial relief after a state settlement aimed at addressing alleged overbilling by energy service companies. The agreement requires nine affiliated companies to provide $50 million in ...

FLX WEEKEND WEATHER: Stormy Saturday gives way to cold, possible snow

A dramatic spring weather swing is set to impact the Finger Lakes and Central New York this weekend, with summer-like warmth and thunderstorms Saturday quickly giving way to a much colder pattern that could ...

Outdated school aid formula sparks growing concern statewide

Rising school costs could swallow New Yorkโ€™s proposed aid increases, with an education expert warning the system is overdue for an overhaul, according to Spectrum News. Bob Lowry said many districts may see gains ...

Community rallying to support Romulus family after devastating house fire

A Seneca County community is coming together to support a local family who lost their home in a March structure fire, with a benefit event planned next month to help them recover. The fundraiser ...

Microburst with 100 mph winds confirmed in Steuben County

A powerful microburst packing wind speeds up to 100 mph tore through parts of Steuben County Wednesday evening, leaving behind a narrow but intense path of storm damage, according to the National Weather Service ...

Seneca County approves new contract for sheriffโ€™s deputies, advances major sewer projects

Seneca County officials approved a new labor contract for sheriffโ€™s deputies Tuesday, resolving a key personnel matter while moving forward on a slate of infrastructure investments and routine county business during the April Board ...

Cayuga County lawmakers advance contracts, discuss hiring hurdles, and approve grant application

Cayuga County legislators moved forward with a series of operational updates, cost-saving contracts, and a key infrastructure funding application during a meeting this week, while also confronting staffing challenges and ongoing modernization efforts across ...

Canandaigua planning board weighs development, delays decision amid stormwater concerns

A proposed 38-home subdivision dominated discussion at this monthโ€™s Canandaigua Planning Board meeting, with officials ultimately holding off on a decision after a lengthy, technical debate over stormwater management and downstream impacts. The April ...

First murder trial set in Nordquist case: Here’s what we know

Prosecutors will bring the first defendant to trial this fall in a brutal killing that shocked the Finger Lakes, according to WHAM. Precious Arzuaga is set to face trial in September for the death ...

Penn Yan man arrested on child sex charges following investigation

A Penn Yan man is facing multiple felony charges after a months-long investigation into an alleged relationship with a minor, according to the Yates County Sheriffโ€™s Office. Jason Mayhew, 18, was arrested April 15 ...

Adolescent offender charged with forcible touching in Penn Yan

An adolescent offender has been charged after police say a young victim was inappropriately touched in Penn Yan. Penn Yan Police reported that the incident involved a female victim under the age of 13 ...

School districts warn late state budget could disrupt local planning timelines

With key deadlines looming, school leaders across New York are raising concerns that ongoing delays in the state budget process could complicate local decision-making ahead of voter-approved school budgets next month. A coalition of ...

DiNapoli calls for corporate transparency on AI-driven job losses

New Yorkโ€™s top fiscal watchdog is pressing major corporations to be more transparent about how artificial intelligence is reshaping their workforces. State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli warned that companies are failing to provide investors with ...

Residents demand Ontario County cut ties with ICE now

Frustrated residents packed a local meeting and demanded leaders stop working with ICE, according to News10NBC. Speakers at an Ontario County Board of Supervisors meeting urged officials to pass a resolution cutting cooperation with ...

$125 million program targets affordable housing upgrades in Upstate New York

A new state initiative aims to improve living conditions and lower energy costs for residents in affordable multifamily housing across upstate New York. More than $125 million has been made available through a program ...
SPORTS

Ryan McMahonโ€™s late home run lifts Yankees past Royals

Ryan McMahonโ€™s late home run lifts Yankees past Royals
Theย New York Yankeesย defeated theย Kansas City Royals, 4-2, on Friday night at Yankee Stadium, as Ryan McMahon delivered a go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning to secure the win. New York improved its record to 11-9 with a strong ... Read More
FLX LIVING

South Bristol launches community conversations series with broadband panel

South Bristol launches community conversations series with broadband panel
Town officials in South Bristol are launching a new public forum series aimed at tackling some of the communityโ€™s most pressing challenges, starting with broadband access. The first event, titled โ€œHow Can South Bristol Expand Broadband Access?โ€, is ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST

Gas prices dip slightly as global tensions ease

Battle over state gasoline tax brews: Republicans blast it, activists say it’s fear-mongering
Drivers are seeing modest relief at the pump as gas prices tick lower following a recent easing of geopolitical tensions. The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline fell 7 cents over the past week to ... Read More
PODCASTS & LIVE STREAMS

AUBURN: City Council meets amid budget woes (webcast)

AUBURN: City Council meets amid budget woes (webcast)
Auburn City Council moved through a full agenda during its April 16 meeting, including public comment, approval of prior minutes, and updates from city officials. Council also considered a zoning ordinance related to cannabis uses, along with multiple resolutions covering ... Launch Stream