Why New York Is a Sanctuary City, and How That Could Change Under Trump
New York’s status as a sanctuary city for undocumented immigrants has shifted over time. Now, as President-elect Donald J. Trump prepares to enter office, it may shift once again.
Looking back: Once, Albany was an inexpensive city to run
One hundred years ago, the New York State Conference of Mayors deemed the capital city the second-least expensive city to run in the state
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13 Largest Cities in New York, Ranked by Population
New York, often called the Empire State, is one of fourth-most populated in the United States. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 19.9 million people live in the state.
New group launches push for cell phone ban in NY schools: ‘Our kids’ well-being has collapsed’
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Gov. Hochul unveils 'bell to bell' cellphone ban for New York schools in budget address
Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled the "statewide standard" for a school cellphone ban during her budget address in Albany on Tuesday.
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Gov. Hochul's NY school cellphone ban gets a warm reception in Albany
40 Big Ideas to Make New York City More Affordable
As the cost of living dominates politics, dozens of residents offered plans to bring down the price of housing, child care, transportation, cultural life and more.
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Comptroller: Homelessness in New York doubled since 2022
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — New York’s homeless population has more than doubled between January 2022 and January 2024, according to a report released by the State Comptroller’s office. Data revealed that homelessness grew in the state by 53.1% between 2023 and 2024 alone.
I lived in New York City for a decade, but I just decided to move away. Here's why New York isn't worth the price anymore.
I spent $2,000 on a New York City apartment, but it's no longer worth it. It's difficult to mature in the city and the crowds are becoming unbearable.
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Albany mayor, new police chief say most crime is on the decline
At police headquarters Monday, interim Chief Brendan Cox said Albany saw less crime in 2024 than in 2023. Cox says incidents of violent crime, including murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, fell by 2 percent. Total property crime, including burglary, larceny, and motor vehicle theft fell by by 15 percent.
Gov. Kathy Hochul focuses on New York's affordability, subway safety during State of the State address
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul laid out an ambitious agenda for 2025 during her State of the State address at the Hart Theater in Albany on Tuesday.
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New York’s Housing Crisis Isn’t Keeping Albany Up at Night This Year
In early 2022, Hochul wanted to allow basement and garden apartments in communities zoned for single-family housing and to increase residential density in parts of New York City. But she nixed the apartments idea after Long Island lawmakers opposed any move that would override local zoning laws.
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Albany’s Climate Change Superfund Act chills upstate New York's economy | Opinion
The Climate Change Superfund Act is further proof that New York is becoming ever more hostile toward businesses.
Watching Adams on Trump’s immigration blitz
SPLIT ON IMMIGRATION RESPONSE: With Democrats poised to deliver an early immigration victory to President Donald Trump, members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus were split over how to approach the issue in a closed-door meeting Wednesday, POLITICO reported.