A bill introduced by Brooklyn Democrat Jabari Brisport could provide universal child care to all New Yorkers.
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AG Tish James drops bid for governor, will seek reelection
NY Attorney General Letitia James bowed out of the 2022 race for governor, leaving three Democratic candidates to vie for the primary.
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Cuomo harassment probe transcripts released, including former governor’s testimony
The transcripts offer an expansive look at the sexual harassment claims against the former governor, and his interpretations of events.
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Voters approve change to NY Constitution on ‘clean’ environment, reject proposals on elections
New York state’s voters have rejected proposals for same-day voter registration and no-excuse absentee ballots, but approved an amendment on the environment.
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Vaccine mandate for schools not needed, Hochul says, but still on the table
A vaccine mandate for schools isn’t coming yet, but Gov. Kathy Hochul isn’t ruling it out.
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New York lawmakers launching listening tour on upstate cities
Sen. Jeremy Cooney, who chairs the Senate’s Cities 2 Committee, will launch the tours Monday in Albany. Visits to seven cities are planned.
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NY Lawmakers extend pause on evictions, with new exceptions
The eviction moratorium has been extended to January, albeit with some new caveats.
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Hochul calls lawmakers back to Albany
The New York State Legislature is set to extend the eviction moratorium and confirm officials to oversee the rollout of cannabis legalization Wednesday.
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Hochul pledges $65 million to local governments for booster shots
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday said local officials know how to best serve their communities.
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Assembly leaders dropping Cuomo impeachment probe
But other Republican and Democratic lawmakers said the impeachment should move forward regardless and the probe findings should be released.
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigns amid flurry of sexual harassment allegations
Gov. Andrew Cuomo will step down from office in 14 days, at which point Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul will ascend to the seat.
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AG’s report finds Cuomo sexually harassed women, broke laws
Investigators substantiated allegations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior made by 11 women against Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
