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Why Hochul’s NYC Bailout Should Go To Tax Relief
If the state has an extra few billion dollars, why should it go to bail out New York City’s fiscal mismanagement?
NY Small Business Optimism Falls Below U.S. Average
Small business owners don’t have a lot of faith in New York.
State to Fast Track Route 25 Resurfacing Project, Make Immediate Pot Hole Repairs
State takes action to fix Middle Country Road
Ortt, GOP Senators Blast New York Energy Mandates
New York Senate Republicans are ramping up criticism of the state’s climate law after a state memo revealed the potential for steep increases in energy costs for residents.
DeStefano Sounds Alarm on Soaring Energy Prices
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano joined fellow Republican lawmakers from the state Assembly and Senate at the Capitol this week to raise concerns about rising energy costs in New York, warning that current state policies could lead to even higher prices for residents and businesses.
SSP Review: Democrats Pleaded With Jeffrey Epstein to Attend Hochul Fundraiser
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s name appears in a tranche of emails included in materials commonly referred to as the “Epstein files,” according to copies of correspondence reviewed by the South Shore Press.
Mattera Thanks Crews After Record Blizzard
New York State State Senator Mario Mattera thanked the New York State Department of Transportation crews and Suffolk County Highway and Grounds Maintenance workers this week for their efforts clearing roads during one of the most intense winter storms to hit the region in years.
Murray Backs GOP Plan to Tackle Housing Costs
Warning that New York’s housing market is pushing families out of the state, Long Island State Senator Dean Murray called for sweeping reforms to make homeownership more attainable.
Albany Bill Bans ICE Contracts
State bill would ban local governments from entering into contracts with ICE.
Kassar Praises Trump’s State of the Union
President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address drew enthusiastic support from New York State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard “Gerry” Kassar, who said the speech offered a compelling choice for the nation’s future.
Lawmakers Sound Alarm On Soaring Energy Costs
Action at the State Capitol: Lawmakers sound the alarm on rising energy costs.
NYS AG Issues Blizzard Consumer Protection Alerts
As record snowfall and blizzard-like conditions blanket much of New York and Suffolk County, New York State Attorney General Letitia James issued consumer alerts aimed at protecting homeowners and tenants navigating the aftermath of the storm.
DeStefano Earns Nod for Fifth Assembly Term
Suffolk County Republicans have once again nominated State Assemblyman Joe DeStefano to run for reelection, backing the Medford Republican for a fifth term representing the 3rd Assembly District.
Murray Blasts Cannabis Zoning Changes Near Schools
State Sen. Dean Murray rose on the Senate floor to oppose Senate Bill S9155, legislation that changes how New York measures the distance between adult-use marijuana dispensaries and nearby schools and houses of worship.
Blakeman Wins GOP Nod for Governor
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman accepted the New York State Republican Party’s nomination for governor Tuesday, pledging to unite Republicans across the state to defeat Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul in November.
Komatireddy Vows Tough-on-Crime AG Campaign
Saritha Komatireddy, the Republican nominee for New York State Attorney General, pledged a return to tough-on-crime enforcement as she addressed delegates at the New York State Republican Party convention at the Garden City Hotel in Nassau County.
Hernandez Touts American Dream in Comptroller Bid
Joseph Hernandez, the Republican nominee for New York State Comptroller, told party delegates that his candidacy is rooted in the American dream that brought him to the United States as a child refugee.
Garcia: Future of Empire State “In Your Hands”
Suffolk County Republican Chairman Jesse Garcia delivered an energetic call to action at the New York State Republican Convention in Garden City, telling delegates that the future of New York rests squarely in their hands
Ortt: Suffolk Model Can Lift Blakeman Statewide
New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt opened his remarks at the New York State Republican Convention by pointing to Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine as proof that Republicans can win, and govern, in dark blue New York.
Giglio Presses Mental Health Reforms at Budget Hearing
Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio called for greater accountability and targeted workforce investments during a Mental Hygiene public budget hearing held in Albany, warning that increased spending has not yet translated into timely care for many New Yorkers.
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Insurance companies accuse medical providers of fraudulent billing and kickback scheme
A group of insurance companies has filed a lawsuit against several medical professionals and corporations, alleging a widespread scheme involving fraudulent billing for unnecessary treatments.