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First Statewide Moratorium on New Hyperscale Data Centers Launched by Governor Kathy Hochul
New York will lead in responsible innovation while protecting families and communities. Today, I’m signing a first-in-the-nation Executive Order to hit…
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Hochul, AG James: Kalshi lost lawsuit against New York Gaming Commission
Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James said Kalshi lost its lawsuit against the New York Gaming Commission and vowed continued enforcement of state gambling laws.
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Traffic advisory: Old Home Days at Island Park, Williamsville — July 14–17, 2026
Amherst Police warn of heavy pedestrian and vehicle traffic and possible lane closures for Old Home Days at Island Park in Williamsville, July 14–17, 2026 (11 a.m.–11 p.m.).
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Man charged federally with illegal possession of a machine gun in Buffalo
The U.S. Attorney’s Office says 20-year-old Lorenzo Harris of Buffalo was arrested on July 9 and charged federally with illegal possession of a machinegun; he was detained pending a July 20 detention hearing.
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Viral Video Clip Misrepresents Trump Remarks on Israel
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A video clip shared on Instagram on the day Hamas attacked Israel appears to show former President Donald Trump condemning Israel. But the...
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No Proven Health Risks from Aspartame, But Also No Proven Benefits
Q: Does consumption of aspartame harm human health?
A: Some research indicates possible negative effects from aspartame, but there’s no definitive evidence linking it to...
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Trump’s Misleading Claims About Electric Vehicles and the Auto Industry
In a speech at a Michigan auto parts plant, former President Donald Trump distorted the facts about electric vehicles and the U.S. auto industry....
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Trump Cherry-Picks Law Journal Commentary on his Civil Trial
Former President Donald Trump cited an article in the New York Law Journal as evidence that a civil business fraud case against him is...
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Biden’s Border Wall, Explained
After the Department of Homeland Security announced it would waive laws to enable miles of border wall construction in Texas, President Joe Biden said...
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Online Posts Misrepresent Purpose of USDA Community Garden Database
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A U.S. Department of Agriculture program that promotes the growth of community gardens in areas with little access to fresh food encourages community...
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First Statewide Moratorium on New Hyperscale Data Centers Launched by Governor Kathy Hochul
New York will lead in responsible innovation while protecting families and communities. Today, I’m signing a first-in-the-nation Executive Order to hit…
Top Stories
Hochul, AG James: Kalshi lost lawsuit against New York Gaming Commission
Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James said Kalshi lost its lawsuit against the New York Gaming Commission and vowed continued enforcement of state gambling laws.
Local
Traffic advisory: Old Home Days at Island Park, Williamsville — July 14–17, 2026
Amherst Police warn of heavy pedestrian and vehicle traffic and possible lane closures for Old Home Days at Island Park in Williamsville, July 14–17, 2026 (11 a.m.–11 p.m.).
Crime & Courts
Man charged federally with illegal possession of a machine gun in Buffalo
The U.S. Attorney’s Office says 20-year-old Lorenzo Harris of Buffalo was arrested on July 9 and charged federally with illegal possession of a machinegun; he was detained pending a July 20 detention hearing.
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Pascal Mubenga’s Brief Buffalo Schools Tenure
Dr. Pascal Mubenga’s tenure as Buffalo Public Schools superintendent lasted about one year, ending with his immediate resignation after a period marked by early reform efforts, budget pressure and renewed scrutiny over his departure from Durham Public Schools.
