Tag: Western New York

Governor Kathy Hochul expanded an Air Quality Health Advisory statewide as smoke from Canadian wildfires pushes levels to 'Unhealthy' in Western New York; state agencies urge residents — especially sensitive groups and outdoor workers — to limit time outdoors and monitor local AQI.

DFS approved an average 22% reduction in New York workers' compensation premium rates, effective Oct. 1, 2026; the administration says the change and NYSIF dividends amount to more than $1.7 billion in statewide savings.

An Air Quality Health Advisory is in effect July 15 for parts of Western New York due to Canadian wildfire smoke. Sensitive groups should limit outdoor exertion and monitor local AQI forecasts.

Federal prosecutors say David Washington of Buffalo was sentenced after a cocaine and fentanyl conspiracy conviction tied to searches that recovered drugs and more than $1.1 million in cash.