State Governor Kathy Hochul (NY) News
State Governor Kathy Hochul (NY) News
Hochul Moves Forward on NY Green New Deal with EV Car Mandate
New York isn’t letting up on its New Green Deal initiatives. A plan to force all New Yorkers to drive electric cars is still in effect and moving forward sooner than many think is affordable, practical, or sustainable.
Hochul Pushes for Discovery Rule Changes in Domestic Violence Cases
Governor Kathy Hochul is sounding the alarm and asking for changes in discovery rules for domestic violence cases in New York State.
Ban on Facemasks in Public May Be Coming to New York
Governor Kathy Hochul is renewing her push to ban facemasks in public.
Hochul Gets 30-Day Reprieve on Congestion Pricing Scheme
The White House gave Governor Kathy Hochul until March 21 to end her Congestion Pricing tax scheme.
Hochul Meets Trump in White House - Again
Governor Kathy Hochul traveled to Washington, DC to meet again with President Donald Trump this past week.
Governor Hochul Endorses ‘Bell-to-Bell’ Smartphone Ban in New York’s Schools
After months of back and forth and listening tours Hochul is ready to say ‘No Smartphones Phones in School’.
Hochul Vows to “Lead the Resistance” Against President Trump
In a complete about face, Governor Kathy Hochul anointed herself as the new leader of “The Resistance” against President Donald Trump and saying she “will fight back hard” against Trump to keep her controversial Congestion Pricing tax scheme.
Hochul Fires Corrections Officers - One hand giveth, and one hand taketh away!
Governor Kathy Hochul began firing striking New York State Corrections Officers (COs) and retroactively canceling their health insurance for themselves and their families.
DOGE Fires, Hochul Hires!
Governor Kathy Hochul launched a new “You’re Hired” initiative to recruit “talented public sector workers into State service.”
Abandon Ship: Lt. Gov. Delgado Bolts From Hochul’s Ticket
Governor Kathy Hochul is on her own. Former Lt. Governor, then accidental Governor, and now current elected Governor lost her running mate Lt. Gov. Anthony Delgado.
Your Nose Knows, But Can You Use The Information?
Governor Kathy Hochul is looking to give police officers an extra tool to determine whether a driver is impaired by marijuana.
DOGE for New York
State legislators get behind a DOGE for New York to cut government waste.
Dems Cave on Delaying Special Election Start Date
It appears the plan hatched by Democrats in the State Legislature and halls of Congress to give Governor Kathy Hochul new powers to delay special elections in New York State is dead.
Shock Poll: Gov. Kathy Hochul ‘Underwater,’ says Siena College
According to the Siena College poll, Gov. Hochul has a negative “39-47%” favorability rating, and her job approval rating sits at “44-48%.” This shows little change from December’s poll.
Hochul Pushes Plan for School Cell Phone Ban
“From parents and teachers to social justice and law enforcement leaders, New Yorkers agree that our young people succeed when they’re learning and growing, not clicking and scrolling,” Governor Hochul said. “Using the insights from my statewide listening tour, this comprehensive proposal to restrict smartphone use in schools will ensure that New York’s statewide standard for distraction-free learning delivers the best results for our kids and educators.”
Hochul Unveils Free School Lunch and Breakfast Program
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a free breakfast and lunch program for more than 2.7 million students in New York.
Hochul Proposes Tripling of the Child Tax Credit
Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed tripling the Child Tax Credit for children under four years old and doubling the average tax credit for all families. Hochul released the proposal in advance of her upcoming State of the State 2025 address.
Rules For Thee, But Not For Me – Hochul Racks Up Private Plane Miles
Governor Kathy Hochul racked up a boatload of private plane miles while at the same time issuing dictates to average New Yorkers that they should not, and even cannot, use fossil fuels themselves.
Republican Senators say, ”Wait a minute” on Hochul Rebate Plan
The refund would return about $3 billion to New York taxpayers in direct payments to around 8.6 million New York taxpayers statewide in 2025. Those eligible would receive payments of $300 to single taxpayers who make up to $150,000 per year, and a payment of $500 for joint tax filers making up to $300,000 per year.
New Down-Payment Assistance for First Time Homebuyers in New York
The awards will help low—and moderate-income homeowners make their homes safe and accessible and provide down-payment assistance for first-time homebuyers.
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Heavy Police Presence at William Floyd Varsity Girls' Track Meet
As more and more attention has been thrust upon the William Floyd Girls’ Track Team, so has the caution within the William Floyd School District.
Muslim Cemetery on Hold for East Moriches
Town hears it from residents, puts Muslim cemetery on hold pending further review.
After the Inferno: A Reporter’s Dispatch from the Ruins
After the Flames: South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk Walks Through the Wreckage.