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We might still 'Cripple you', but not until January
A deal was struck to go back to work and continue to negotiate until January 15. Businesses that rely on goods that come through the ports remain hopeful, and worried too, whether an agreement will be made.
Republicans are "Repulsive, Nauseating, and Disgusting"?
Republicans are listed as "Repulsive, Nauseating, and Disgusting" on a chalk board in a public school classroom in Penfield, NY.
Stony Brook ranked #1 among public universities in New York
Stony Brook State University climbed five spots in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings to gain standing as the #1 public university in New York. Stony Brook University is now considered one of the best colleges in the nation.
Prop 1: Woke Wolf in Sheep's Clothing
On the reverse side of this year's election ballot is a proposition that promises equal rights to all residents. A closer look at this Constitutional Amendment pushed by the Progressive Left, however, shows a host of freedoms that many New Yorkers may not subscribe to.
New York's Cadillac Medicaid Program Gets an Upgrade to Rolls Royce
New York's Medicaid program is the most costly of any state in the country and costs 82% above the national average. Now, that program is getting more expensive as New York adds Arts Therapy to the long list of qualifying programs in New York's Medicaid big bucket of services.
Political Scandals Shake New York: A Week of Public Scrutiny and Political Fallout
This past week, New York has found itself at the center of numerous political scandals, spotlighting figures from U.S. Representative Anthony D'Esposito of New York's Fourth Congressional District to New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Both politicians are facing intense public scrutiny, raising serious questions about ethics, integrity, and the future of leadership in the state.
PAWS Act Raises Fines for Hit-n-Runs Involving Pets
State Sen. Andrew Gounardes (D-Brooklyn) and Assemblyman Tony Simone (D-Manhattan) introduced the PAWS Act Protecting Animals Walking on the Street Act. The Act, if passed, will substantially raise the fines for hit-n-runs involving a pet or companion animal.
October Surprise Rocks Flood Campaign
An October Surprise came a little early for Assemblyman Ed Flood's reelection bid when a state Appellate Court panel disbarred him from practicing law. The decision was announced through the New York Times, the media outlet that dropped the bomb on former Rep. George Santos, leading to his ouster from Congress and eventual guilty pleas to criminal charges.
Gerard Kassar Unanimously Re-Elected NYS Conservative Party Chairman
The New York Conservative Party was first formed in 1962 "to restore a meaningful choice to the voters of New York State."
'Golden Day' in New York Bumps up Against the Intent of the Constitution
Democrats across the state have been promoting something named 'Golden Day' on October 26th.. It is called 'Golden Day" because voters can both register to vote and vote on the same day. This despite the New York Constitution clearly stating in Article II Section 5 that "registration shall be completed at least ten days before each election.
New York to Require a Student Representative on Every School Board - Some in Suffolk County Ahead of the Game
Every school board in New York will soon be required to have one non-voting student representative. Gov. Hochul recently signed a bill requiring every school district to have an ex-officio student school board member seated by July 1, 2025.
More New Yorkers Approve of Trump Than Hochul - That's Gotta Sting!
The latest Sienna poll shows Governor Kathy Hochul scored a record-low 34% approval rating. Hochul's approval rating is five points lower than Trump's 39%.
Trump in Economic State of Mind in His Return to New York
Returning to the state where he launched his meteoric ascent to the nation's highest office, Donald Trump zeroed in on the pocketbook concerns of his Long Island audience, among the highest taxed in the country, during a raucous rally in Uniondale, and spelled out how he will "make America wealthy again."
Center for News Literacy Hosts Election News Event on September 23
Instructors from the School of Communication and Journalism's Center for News Literacy aim to address this issue in an interactive presentation on Monday, September 23, at 7 p.m. in Humanities 1003.
Hochul's Pension Sweetners to Cost Suffolk County $20 Million a Year
Changes to the New York State pension benefits will cost Suffolk County about $20 million a year in 2025 and more in the out years. The pension sweeteners will cost localities across the state $900 million a year.
Man sues NYPD Over Fabricated Evidence Leading to Wrongful Imprisonment
A New York resident has filed a civil rights lawsuit against the City of New York and the New York City Police Department (NYPD), alleging malicious prosecution and fabricated evidence that led to his wrongful conviction. Heriberto Laguere, through his attorney Rudy Velez, Esq., filed the complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on August 30, 2024, naming the City of New York, NYPD, and former police officer Jason Arbeeny as defendants.
NYS Hands Final Ballot Counting Over to Democratic AG Tish James
With the passage of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York (The Act) in 2022, new election rules were put in place that conflict with the state constitution and remove the long-standing authority of the bi-partisan boards of elections to carry out local election decisions.
Congress Cites Cuomo COVID Catastrophe
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo's actions that resulted in the deaths of thousands of New Yorkers were laid bare by a special Congressional committee that demanded he apologize to all of the families who lost loved ones during the COVID crisis.
Cuomo Called to Task on COVID
It's personal between Andrew Cuomo and myself. His decision to send COVID patients into nursing homes probably cost my aunt her life and caused untold heartbreak and grief for many others, including a college friend who lost his mother, father, and brother all in the same week when Cuomo brought the virus to their facility.
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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.
Kavanaugh Council Earns Top Honor for Third Straight Year Under Grand Knight Frank DeNatale
They’ve done it again: Kavanaugh Knights of Columbus earns Star Council Award.
Cherry Avenue School Gives Back to Community with ‘Broadway by The Sea’ Program
See a great play and help a family in need all at the same time!