Joel Berg: How Trump’s food stamp cuts could tighten belts
Recent shifts in national policy and bold local proposals have put hunger relief at a crossroads. President Donald…
Solitary confinement ban halted on Rikers
For years, the City council and the mayor have been fighting over restricting solitary confinement on Rikers Island.…
DeSantis to send Florida crews to Texas to help after floods
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Florida will send water rescue crews to Central Texas to help with the search for…
Another perspective on nuclear power: Nuclear NY
As we reported last week, Gov. Kathy Hochul is directing the New York Power Authority to build a…
Rise in N.Y. cannabis use could spark debate on restrictions
As the number of New York adults who regularly use recreational cannabis trends upward, groups looking to curb…
Another perspective on nuclear power: Nuclear NY
As we reported last week, Gov. Kathy Hochul is directing the New York Power Authority to build a…
LA County looks to clear encampments in fire hazard zones
LOS ANGELES — The county Board of Supervisors Tuesday directed staff to assess areas newly designated as “Very…
Stefanik leads potential GOP field for N.Y. governor
U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik continues to lead a pack of three potential Republican candidates in next year’s race…
Military pulling 200 troops back from LA protest duty
WASHINGTON — The top military commander in charge of troops deployed to Los Angeles to respond to protests against immigration…
Mayor and City Council reach deal on $116B budget
Mayor Eric Adams and the City Council reached a $116 billion deal on the city budget. More than…