New York State Police ask Public to Help Finding Missing 14-Year-Old
Each year, tens of thousands of children go missing in New York State. They're often returned home safely, but sadly, many do not. It's urgent to act quickly if you think you know a missing child's whereabouts, and the State Police hope you have some information about this teenager who has been missing for weeks.
New medical wing opens inside Syracuse shelter to serve homeless population
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Some of the most vulnerable members of the Syracuse community now have easier access to the healthcare they need without ever having to leave the shelter. The Rescue Mission officially opened a new medical wing inside its emergency shelter on Dickerson Street. The clinic, embedded directly within the...
Syracuse schools to go to half-days next week due to hot weather
Syracuse, N.Y. - The Syracuse City School District will move most of its schools to half-days next week due to the expected extreme hot weather. All schools - except the high schools which are air conditioned - will close early on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, the school district announced Friday afternoon. The...
Elon Musk Suing New York Over Controversial New Law
Elon Musk just sued New York over a law he says could destroy things. Elon Musk is taking on New York State—and it’s not over taxes or traffic. It’s hate speech. The billionaire’s social media platform X, formerly Twitter, is suing New York over it's new law, the "Stop Hiding Hate Act."
Lawsuit says NY prison guards covered up beating death by not using body cams
A young Messiah Nantwi. State policy requires correction officers to record all encounters with incarcerated people. [ more › ]
New York sending checks to nearly 3 million residents this summer
Nearly three million New Yorkers will soon receive property tax relief checks ranging from $350 to $1,500, as the state rolls out its annual STAR program. The tax relief, totaling $2.2 billion, will be distributed throughout the summer and early fall. What is STAR and who qualifies? The School Tax Relief (STAR)...
US attorney narrowly escapes knife attack by illegal immigrant, blames New York’s sanctuary policies
New York U.S. attorney who survived knife threat by undocumented migrant slams sanctuary city policies in talk with Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul.
New York Moves Closer To Legalizing Medically Assisted Suicide, Catholic Conference Calls It ‘A...
Democratic State Senators in New York passed legislation that would permit terminally ill patients to take their own lives with the consultation of doctors, sending it to Gov. Kathy Hochul (D-New York) for approval. The bill requires at least two doctors to confirm that a patient has six months or less to live in...
Former NY governor predicts shock winner in NYC mayor’s race
Former New York Gov. George Pataki said that there could be a surprise coming in the New York City mayor’s race. Pataki, who served as governor from 1995 to 2006, said that Guardian Angels founder Curtis Sliwa has a shot at winning City Hall, the New York Post reported.
Ball Of Leaves Found In New York Trees Isn’t A Bird’s Nest
Officials from New York are confirming that these nests you find in trees aren't from birds. With the weather warming, you're probably starting to notice what's called a drey nest. What Are Drey Nests In New York State?. Drey nests are made by squirrels across New York. They are often...
