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House GOP wants federal workers back in the office
Four years post-pandemic just 75% of federal agencies are still utilizing less than half of their allocated office space. The federal government maintains a massive real estate presence in Washing, DC and yet very few of the workers are showing up each day.
Trump's Defiant Fist Wasn't the First to Fly High in the Face of Bullets
Right after an assassin tried to kill President Donald J. Trump, his savagely bold reaction was not to bolt from the stage as bullets flew, but with blood dripping down his face, to defiantly pump his fist in the air and shout 'Fight, Fight, Fight!'
Statewide and National Leaders React to Assassination Attempt on President Trump
South Shore Press is following national reaction to the assassination attempt made on former President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania earlier tonight.
Retail Worker Safety Act Sits Unsigned on Hochul's Desk
The New York State Senate and Assembly passed the Retail Worker Safety Act which requires large corporations to install costly panic buttons throughout all workplaces.
AT&T Phone Records Breach Affects 110 Million Customers
Approximately 110 million AT&T customers had their data stolen in a data breach that included phone call and text message records.
Congresswomen Crack Down on College Campus Antisemitism
New York Congresswomen Elise Stefanik (R-21) and Nicole Malliotakis (R-11) joined forces in introducing the University Accountability Act to impose penalties on educational institutions that fail to protect the civil rights of their students. Anti-Semitic incidents on college campuses increased by 700% following the Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel on October 7th, 2023 prompting action by the Congresswomen.
Schumer Tries to Strip Trump of Immunity in Defiance of Supreme Court
On the heels of the recent US Supreme Court decision concluding that a president has "substantial prosecutorial immunity" for official acts while in office, Democrat Majority Leader Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) announced plans to draft legislation allowing former President Trump to be charged for alleged crimes following the 2020 election.
Analysis: Where is the Democrat State of Mind Post Biden Debate Debacle?
Since the debate, I have been watching and listening to the banter of my Democrat pals. The ones I know and have worked with, and in many cases have been friends with, for decades. Where they stand falls into three general categories.
Hochul Admits 2030 Electric Goals Won't be Met
The Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) 70% 2030 target was supposed to put the state on a path to have zero-emissions electricity by 2040, a deadline mandated by the law. The 2040 deadline is now also unlikely to be met.
New York to Ban Tiny Plastic Toiletry Bottles in Hotels
will ban small bottles of toiletries in hotels beginning in 2025. NY changed its Environmental Conservation Law (S543/A5082) to ban single-use plastics to reduce waste.
'No Tax on Tips' Bill Introduced in House and Senate to Exempt Tips from Federal Income Tax
The bill exempts "cash tips", which could come from cash, credit and debit cards, and checks from federal income tax by allowing working people to claim a 100% tax deduction for tipped wages.
US Supreme Court Kicks NY Concealed Carry Law Back to the Lower Courts
The U.S. Supreme Court vacated a Manhattan federal appellate court and ordered it to reevaluate its decision that upheld part of New York's 2022 controversial concealed carry law. The law required an applicant to show "good moral character" to obtain a concealed carry permit.
Supremes Deal Biden Big Blow on Gender Identity
US District Court Judge John Broomes issued what is now the third preliminary injunction against the Biden Administration's Title IX regulation that adds gender identity to discrimination laws enforced by the Department of Education. These new rules require men and boys to be allowed to use women's bathrooms, locker rooms, and shower facilities, and compete against women and girls.
Missouri Attorney General Files Suit Against New York for Election Interference 'Lawfare'
Missouri Attorney General filed suit against the State of New York for violating Missourians' First Amendment right to hear from a presidential candidate in the 2024 presidential election.
Missouri Attorney General Files Suit Against New York for Election Interference Lawfare in Trying to Muzzle Trump
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey filed suit against the State of New York for violating Missourians' First Amendment right to hear from a presidential candidate in the 2024 presidential election.
Biden's White House has the Largest and Most Expensive Staff Since Nixon
Open the Books released an analysis showing the Biden White House staff is the largest since Nixon and has a stunning 77% turnover rate. At $60.6 million a year, Biden has the largest White House payroll since 1971.
Albany is for Sale and the Price is Higher Than Ever
New York's Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (COELIG) released its 2023 report and it shows that Albany is being flooded with more money than ever. Spending ballooned almost 9% to $360.6 million surpassing last year's already record high.
Unemployment Up and Full-Time Jobs Down Says June Jobs Report
The June jobs report is out and unemployment is at its highest point since 2021 and the number of unemployed people is up by 162,000. 206,000 jobs were added, but the report reveals a significant cooling off in the labor market.
Hochul Gives Full-throated Support to President Biden's Campaign
While a growing chorus of Democrats nationwide calls for Biden to step down after his declining cognitive abilities were made apparent in his recent debate debacle, Hochul doubled down on her support of Biden as president and candidate.
What should I do now? Advice to my 17-year old self.
Joe Biden gave my high school commencement address in 1984. Surgeon General C Everett Koop gave my college commencement address in 1988.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
Suffolk County on the hook for $112 million after losing lawsuit
Suffolk County is on the losing end of a $112 million jury award involving 674 immigrants that were unlawfully held and handed over to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Holocaust Center calls on second generation to carry torch
Holocaust survivors are looking to the second generation to combat hate and intolerance.