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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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The many costs of proposed data center
There’s a lot to not like about data centers. They consume a lot of energy, and oftentimes water, and usually demand a lot of...
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The case for public financing of nonprofit news media
The New York State Capitol in Albany. Photo via Flickr user mrsmecomber.
Last June, CNN broadcast a live performance of Good Night and Good Luck,...
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Adam Smith-Perez’s first year with Investigative Post
Reporter Adam Smith-Perez is Investigative Post's first Report for America fellow. He's covered the use of opioid settlement money, East Side development...
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J. Dale Shoemaker: Covering immigration in 2025
Reporter J. Dale Shoemaker made Investigative Post the go-to source for coverage federal immigration enforcement in Western New York this year. But...
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Geoff Kelly’s 2025 with Investigative Post
From D.J. Granville to the Buffalo mayor's race, Investigative Post reporter and associate editor Geoff Kelly has had a busy year.
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STAMP data center could jack up power bills
A rendering of the proposed data center. Image via Genesee County Economic Development Center.
A national builder is once again proposing to construct a massive...
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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.
Politics & Government
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.
