New York State

New York’s Forest Rangers handled a string of intense rescues and emergencies during the week of July 1–6, including helicopter evacuations, wildfire containment, and the successful recovery of a missing six-year-old. The week began with ... more

A federal judge has preliminarily approved a class action settlement aimed at protecting vulnerable New Yorkers from losing home care services during a chaotic overhaul of the state’s Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP). The ... more

New York has unveiled a record-breaking $379.5 million investment in victim assistance programs statewide, aimed at supporting survivors of crime and their families through a vast network of services. The funding, distributed over three years, ... more

Starting July 14, a new Federal Trade Commission rule will make it easier for New Yorkers to cancel subscriptions and recurring services. Known as the “Click-to-Cancel” rule, this change requires companies to offer a cancellation ... more

Child care advocates in New York say the state is slipping backward after a disappointing legislative session, according to Spectrum News 1. Despite a $400 million boost for child care vouchers—$350 million for New York ... more

Since New York legalized recreational marijuana, hospitals across the state have seen a surge in cannabis-related emergency room visits, according to syracuse.com. In 2023 alone, more than 135,000 people statewide sought help for symptoms like ... more

Fair fans can now grab their passes to the 2025 Great New York State Fair, with tickets officially on sale as of July 7, according to state officials. A single-day ticket starts at $8 and ... more

The Mega Millions jackpot continues to grow, with an estimated $70 million up for grabs in the next drawing set for Tuesday, July 8 at 11 p.m. ET. The cash option for the prize stands ... more

Three people have died in recent boating-related accidents on upstate New York lakes, prompting a renewed safety warning from the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, according to Spectrum News. Two fatalities occurred on Great Sacandaga Lake, ... more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has launched a new citizen science initiative called Snapshot NY, designed to engage volunteers in wildlife monitoring across the state. The program invites the public to ... more

From peaceful suburbs to historic enclaves, New York State offers more than just the bustle of New York City. While the Big Apple rebounds from pandemic-era population shifts, other cities across the state are proving ... more

A coalition of leading environmental groups, including Earthjustice, is urging New York's top energy officials to confront what they call misleading and harmful messaging from the New York Independent System Operator—the entity that oversees the ... more

New York saw a jump in unemployment claims last week, even as the national numbers dipped, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Initial claims in the state rose to 15,713, up from 12,287 the ... more

The U.S. is seeing its largest spike in energy demand in 30 years, driven largely by the rise of data centers and artificial intelligence, according to Spectrum News. Electric Power Supply Association CEO Todd Snitchler ... more

As summer break begins across New York, Governor Kathy Hochul is calling on families to disconnect from screens and reconnect with the outdoors. On July 3, Hochul announced the launch of the “Get Offline, Get ... more

A 23-year-old Ecuadorian national was sentenced Thursday after pleading guilty to illegally re-entering the United States. Lorenzo Antonio Loja-Castro admitted to the offense before U.S. District Judge Lawrence J. Vilardo and was sentenced to time ... more

A Ransomville resident has been sentenced to federal prison for possessing child pornography involving a prepubescent minor, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced Thursday. John Stuart, 37, was sentenced to 36 months in prison and 25 ... more

With Independence Day celebrations underway, many New Yorkers are wondering: Are fireworks legal in New York? The short answer is — not really. Fireworks laws in New York In New York, most fireworks are illegal ... more

Starting this fall, New York will enforce a sweeping “bell-to-bell” cellphone ban in public schools — one of the most comprehensive efforts in the country to limit digital distractions in classrooms. What is the new ... more