Politics & Government

Governor Hochul Rallies for Let Them Build Agenda as Support Grows Across the State

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rXgR7Dczik February 10, 2026 - New York City, NY - Governor Hochul rallied with local leaders to highlight her “Let Them Build” agenda,...

The race for governor

It’s only mid-February and we are already into the 2026 elections.  Blame it on the decision to move primaries from September back to June. Moving...

New York State Senate Session – 02/05/2026

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Governor Hochul Announces Lowest Levels of Gun Violence on Record as Shootings Fall 61% Since 2021

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMUKhNyj_LQ More funding for police departments. Partnerships with community organizations. Upgraded crime fighting technology. Our investments have driven down gun violence to record...

Joint Legislative Hearing on 2026 Exec. Budget Proposal: Mental Hygiene – 02/04/2026

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Hochul: Smoke plume to worsen air quality Saturday; enhanced severe-weather risk for Western New York

Governor Hochul warned that a shifting wildfire smoke plume could worsen air quality statewide Saturday and that Western New York faces an enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms with possible damaging winds and isolated tornadoes.

Suspect in custody after explosion in downtown Manhattan, FBI says

A suspect is in custody after an incendiary device went off outside 26 Federal Plaza in downtown Manhattan, the FBI said. CBS News' Anna Schecter has mo…

State: FIFA World Cup Generated $2.1B Economic Impact in Early Matches; Statewide Watch Parties and Legacy Investments Announced

Governor Hochul's office says preliminary analysis shows a $2.1 billion economic impact in early World Cup matches, $228 million in June tax revenue, nearly 120,000 shuttle tickets sold and thousands attending free state-led watch parties statewide.