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Suffolk County Judge Blocks Outside-Income Ban for Legislators
The outside income ban was part of a larger, previously passed pay raise package. The deal required a limit of $35,000 in outside income in exchange for the pay raise. The outside income limit part of the deal is now on hold due to the judge's ruling.
"Rome is Burning" but NYS Passed Hug a Sheep Day
Amid the crush of a financial crisis, a crime crisis, and an illegal immigrant crisis the New York state legislature and the Governor took the time to create a series of resolutions creating "Commemorative Days" for New York.
Hochul Signs Eight E-Bike and Lithium-Ion Battery Laws
Governor Kathy Hochul signed a package of eight bills aimed at raising awareness about the safe use of e-bikes and products that contain lithium-ion batteries.
Brother Hopes to Convince New York to Have a Gold Star Family License Plate
Gold Star Mother license plates are available in New York. But, there is no plate NY for family members who lost a loved one in the ultimate sacrifice to our country
Plates for Pisces but not Gold Star Families.
You can get a special license plate for just about anything in NY. You can even order personalized vanity plates. But, you can't get a Gold Star Family plate to honor and remember someone in your family who was killed while actively serving in the United States armed forces.
New York State Police Warn of E-ZPass Text Scam and Scam Calls Impersonating Police
New York State Police (NYSP) is warning people of a scam happening right now in NY.
State Closes Prisons as Crime Runs Rampant
As crime runs rampant across the state, New York’s Progressive Democrats march ahead with their pro-criminal policies. Their latest move is the closure of the upstate Sullivan and Great Meadow prisons. 
Local Leaders Across Suffolk County React to Biden Bowing Out
Now that Joe Biden has listened to the leadership of his party and the voters who witnessed his debate debacle against Donald Trump, local officials had a lot to say about what his departure from the presidential race means for the nation.
Biden Drops Out of Presidential Race
Biden announces he will not run again. Will stay in office until end of term. South Shore Press is following statewide and national reaction.
The Conequences of Slamming the Brakes on Congestion Pricing
South Shore Press covered all the machinations around the NY budget negotiations and Governor Kathy Hochul's last minute "pause" of the controversial Congestion Pricing Scheme. Now that some time has passed, SSP is taking a look at the implications from that pause.
Hochul Launches State-Wide Listening Tour To Ban of Smartphones in Schools
Governor Kathy Hochul is getting closer to issuing a statewide ban on smartphones in New York's schools. She kicked off a statewide listening tour focused on addressing smartphone use in schools.
Long Island Leaders React to Trump Assassination Attempt
Trump Shot at Campaign Rally, World Reacts to Assassination Attempt
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.
Eagle Scout Honored by Local Legislators
The Suffolk County Fire Academy is now home to a new walkway with gravel and pavers that is home to a 9/11 Survivor Tree, thanks to an Eagle Scout who completed the undertaking as part of his service project.
Cops Collaborate to Put the Brakes on Impaired Driving
Three law enforcement agencies teamed up to crack down on drunk driving in Suffolk County, resulting in three arrests at a DWI checkpoint.
New York Court of Appeals Rules the Equal Rights Amendment Will be on the Ballot in November
A New York Court of Appeals ruling makes it final, the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) will be on the ballot in NY in November.
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.
SALT Caucus Looks to Restore Tax Deduction
Members of Congress from Long Island have not given up on SALT, the tax break that favors high-priced states such as New York.
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.
Daily Feed
Push on for Tier 6 Pension Reform
Fix Tier 6 is the rallying cry in Albany as Albany works through the legislative session.
Free Trees in the Town of Brookhaven
On Arbor Day (Friday, April 25), the Town of Brookhaven will hold its annual tree seedling, mulch, and compost giveaway in the South Parking Lot of Brookhaven Town Hall, located at 1 Independence Hill in Farmingville from 1:00-6:00 p.m.
Doctor sues New York homeowners' association for religious discrimination and harassment, seeks over $1 million in damages
A first responder and medical doctor is embroiled in a legal battle against his homeowners' association, alleging discrimination and harassment based on his religion.