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Devastating blow to New York: 1.5M may lose health coverage
A sweeping federal budget reconciliation bill, pushed by President Donald Trump and recently passed in the Senate, is poised to inflict serious harm on New York’s healthcare system. Dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” the ... more
Rep. Stefanik confirms plans to run for New York governor
U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik confirmed she intends to run for New York governor, though she hasn’t set a date to officially launch her campaign, according to CNY Central. Speaking at a Buffalo fundraiser, Stefanik harshly ... more
New York pays off unemployment debt, boosts benefits for jobless workers
In a major win for both workers and businesses, New York State has officially paid off a $7 billion federal loan for its Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund. The move stabilizes the fund, increases weekly benefits ... more
New York codifies gun violence office as shootings, homicides hit record low
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed into law the formal establishment of New York’s Office of Gun Violence Prevention (OGVP), marking a significant milestone in the state’s public safety strategy. The announcement comes as New York ... more
Hochul signs bill expanding health care at sports events
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed new legislation to expand the presence of licensed health care professionals at major sporting events in New York, ensuring athletes have continued access to critical medical support during competition. The ... more
Kathy Hochul joins 22 governors to oppose drastic SNAP cuts in reconciliation bill
New York State has joined 22 others in a unified plea to Congressional leaders to preserve critical nutrition benefits under threat from a GOP-led reconciliation bill. The proposed legislation could gut the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance ... more
Micron’s $100 Billion New York investment moves forward with key environmental milestone
New York State officials announced a major milestone in Micron’s unprecedented $100 billion investment in Central New York: The public release of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The 20,000-page report signals steady progress for ... more
New York faces budget risks as federal funding cuts loom
New York State’s newly enacted $254 billion budget for fiscal year 2025-26 reflects significant spending growth—but comes with major warnings. State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli says federal policy shifts may threaten the stability of the budget ... more
Hochul expands college retention program to nine more SUNY campuses
Governor Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday that New York will expand its nationally acclaimed college retention and completion program, SUNY ASAP|ACE, to nine additional campuses this fall, increasing total enrollment to more than 7,000 students. Backed ... more
$400 stimulus payment: No application needed for NY’s inflation refund
New York State will begin sending out $400 inflation refund checks in mid-October, offering relief to millions of residents facing rising prices. These payments come from a provision in the 2025–2026 state budget and aim ... more
How to avoid delays with New York’s 2025 inflation refund checks
More than 8 million New Yorkers are expected to receive inflation refund checks starting in mid-October 2025. But if your address is outdated—or if you're assuming a direct deposit—your payment could be delayed. The checks ... more
New York Baby Bonus explained: What is it? How will it work?
Thousands of New York families will receive a new round of stimulus-style relief through Governor Kathy Hochul’s $1,800 baby bonus for low-income parents. The BABY Benefit (Birth Allowance for Beginning Year) offers a one-time payment ... more
New York launches $1,800 baby bonus: Who qualifies?
New York is introducing a major new benefit to support low-income parents: a one-time $1,800 birth allowance to help offset the rising costs of caring for a newborn ... more
Stefanik leads GOP race as Hochul struggles with 2026 re-election support
A new Siena College Research Institute poll released May 20, 2025, reveals early shakeups in the 2026 New York gubernatorial race. While Gov. Kathy Hochul’s favorability and job approval ratings remain largely unchanged, a majority ... more
New York unlocks 350K homes in effort to ease housing crisis
The national housing crisis continues to strain families across the U.S., but New York is showcasing one of the country’s most ambitious efforts to reverse that trend. Since 2021, New York has built, preserved, or ... more
New York inflation rebate checks of up to $400 arriving this fall
More than 8 million New Yorkers are set to receive one-time inflation relief payments beginning this fall as part of the state’s newly approved 2026 budget. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the program this week, framing ... more
New York inflation refund checks coming: Here’s exactly when they will arrive
This fall, more than 8 million households across New York—including over half a million in the Finger Lakes region—will receive inflation refund checks worth up to $400, with no application required. The state’s fiscal year ... more
New York awards $86M to expand arts and culture access
New York State is investing more than $86 million to support 134 capital projects that will strengthen the arts infrastructure in every region of the state. From small theaters and museums to large cultural centers, ... more
Heastie defends budget, downplays reform calls
Despite frustration over delays, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie praised this year’s New York state budget as one of the best during his tenure, according to Spectrum News. While acknowledging procedural flaws, he dismissed a constitutional ... more
