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Why Democrats Keep Winning New York
A critic of New York’s political system argues that a vast network of taxpayer-funded interests helps Democrats maintain power.
57 Days Late And $14 Billion Bigger
New York’s newly approved state budget as is a bloated, late-arriving spending spree that does little to ease the affordability crisis while forcing taxpayers to bankroll billions more in government spending.
Utility Bill State of Emergency
Long Islanders are being squeezed by soaring utility bills and rising fuel costs as debate intensifies over whether New York’s aggressive green-energy policies are making the state increasingly unaffordable for working families and businesses.
GOP to Hochul: Cut the Gas Tax Now!
New York State Senate Republicans are calling on Governor Kathy Hochul to suspend the state gas tax as drivers continue facing rising fuel prices across the state.
Could Blakeman Ride The LIRR Strike Into The Governor’s Office?
It’s only May, but the candidates for governor are hard at it.
Dems Kill Bill Targeting Sanctuary Policies
Senate Democrats on the Senate Investigations Committee voted down Republican-backed legislation Tuesday aimed at banning sanctuary policies that limit cooperation between local and federal immigration authorities.
GOP Lawmakers Demand Energy Cost Relief Now
Republican lawmakers and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman gathered in Albany to demand immediate action on rising energy costs, accusing Gov. Kathy Hochul and Democratic majorities in the Legislature of ignoring affordability concerns as New Yorkers face some of the nation’s highest utility bills.
State Must Investigate Nonprofit Oversight Failures
Lawmaker pushes for audit, citing risk of widespread misuse of public funds.
Democrats Say ‘No’ To Emergency Volunteer Tax Break
Democrats block tax break aimed at supporting volunteer firefighters and EMS amid growing shortages.
GOP Blasts NY Laws, Demands Justice for Crime Victims
Senate Republicans in New York highlighted a sweeping legislative push to prioritize crime victims during a press conference in Albany, where victims and family members Theresa Bliss, Jennifer Driver, and Tabitha Goode-Miller attended and called for action during National Crime Victims Rights Week.
Blakeman Warns Hochul Tax Plan Hits Businesses Hard
Nassau County Executive and Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman is sounding the alarm over what he calls a “secret business tax” in Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed FY 2027 budget, warning it will ripple through New York’s economy in ways many families won’t immediately see, but will ultimately feel.
N.Y. Budget Delay Sparks Transparency Push
With New York’s state budget now nearly two weeks overdue, Republican lawmakers are raising concerns about delays and what they describe as a lack of transparency in the process.
Conservatives Slam Albany Budget Delay, Extenders
New York’s prolonged state budget impasse drew sharp criticism Tuesday from the state Conservative Party, which mocked Democratic leaders while arguing that the ongoing stalemate may be inadvertently benefiting taxpayers.
Floyd Walks it Off
It was a game full of momentum swings, big hits and late-inning drama, and in the end, the William Floyd Colonials came away with a thrilling 9-8 walk-off victory over Patchogue-Medford Raiders this week.
Snow Job: Albany Freezes As Budget Stalls Again
Republican Assemblyman Joe DeStefano grabbed his phone, turned on his camera, and captured the swirling snow before unleashing a political storm of his own, blasting Albany’s dysfunction with the ferocity of a blizzard.
Fraud Allegations Cloud Hochul Running Mate
Fraud allegations tied to a top Albany pick raise fresh questions about oversight, accountability, and taxpayer spending in New York.
Capitol Clown Show - 5 Straight Late Budgets
New York lawmakers missed the April 1st deadline to pass the state budget once again, forcing temporary spending measures to keep government operating and drawing criticism from Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio.
DeStefano: Dems Rigged System Against Blakeman
A Long Island lawmaker is blasting New York Democrats after Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman was denied millions in public campaign matching funds, calling the decision politically motivated and unfair.
Dems Tilt Scales to Block Blakeman Cash
A divided New York State Public Campaign Finance Board voted 4-3 along party lines to deny Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman public matching funds, a decision his campaign and allies are calling politically motivated as the 2026 race intensifies.
Blakeman Surges as Hochul Lead Shrinks
Governor Kathy Hochul’s re-election bid may be entering more dangerous territory than expected.
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Barton's Best Bet: Hurricanes to Win the Cup
The Stanley Cup Final is set, and while neither the Buffalo Sabres nor New York Rangers are involved, hockey fans still have plenty to watch. In this South Shore Press Video Vault segment, Managing Editor Stefan Mychajliw and News Director Tom Barton discuss Barton's Best Bet for the championship series between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights.