NYC COVID-19 infection rate
Officials are warning New Yorkers to keep their guard up and that despite New York City's sterling numbers, the coronavirus still hasn't gone away.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo book on COVID-19 response due out in October
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who has gained a national following through his management of the coronavirus pandemic, is writing a book that looks back on his experiences.
Cuomo to DNC: Trump's virus response shows leaders matter
In a prerecorded video, Cuomo addressed the opening night of the virtual Democratic National Convention late Monday.
Gyms to start reopening in New York, Cuomo says
Cuomo announced that gyms will be allowed to reopen for the first time since March.
Trump threatens to send feds to NYC to stop bloodshed
President Donald Trump is again threatening to send federal agents to New York City if local authorities don't stop a surge of violence that has left seven people dead and more than 50 people shot since Friday.
NY hits 7 million COVID-19 tests, positive tests remain under 1%
Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Sunday that 7 million COVID-19 tests have been conducted so far in New York and that the number of tests coming back positive remained under 1 percent for the ninth consecutive day.
Cuomo: COVID-19 hospitalizations in NY hit new low
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Saturday that coronavirus hospitalizations in the state have dropped to a new low since March 17.
Museums and aquariums in NYC, bowling alleys across NY get green light to reopen
New York City museums and aquariums, as well as bowling alleys across the state, are getting the green light to open again, while the state will soon release guidance for indoor gyms to reopen one day.
Gov. Cuomo expected to deliver guidance for gyms to reopen in NY
Last week, Governor Andrew Cuomo said going to a gym is a dangerous activity, but on Friday he announced that guidelines for fitness studios to reopen in New York would be released Monday.
Pop-up parties, large gatherings continue to defy social distancing rules
It's the opposite of what you want to see in the middle of a pandemic. Dozens of unmasked partiers crammed onto an MTA bus in Maspeth, Queens while smoking, dancing and ignoring social distancing rules. The MTA is now trying to track down the culprits behind the pop-up party.
Gov. Cuomo: Many school districts still need to submit full plan
The governor says about 1 in 7 New York school districts still haven't submitted a plan to the state for the opening of the new school year, now just weeks away.
NY nursing home deaths likely undercounted, analysis suggests
Riverdale Nursing Home in the Bronx appears, on paper, to have escaped the worst of the coronavirus pandemic, with an official state count of just four deaths in its 146-bed facility. The truth, according to the home, is far worse: 21 dead, most transported to hospitals before they succumbed.
Cuomo calls Trump benefits executive order 'laughable'
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Sunday dismissed President Donald Trump's executive orders as “laughable" and another chapter in the federal government's botched response to the coronavirus as he praised New Yorkers for mostly good behavior that has reduced the infection rate in his state.
Cuomo calls going to gyms a 'dangerous activity' as group pushes for re-opening
The New York Fitness Coalition presented a revised plan this week in accordance with CDC regulations to re-open fitness centers and gyms across the state.
Cuomo says all schools in New York can reopen
Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Friday that he would allow children statewide to return to classrooms for the start of the new school year, citing the state’s success in battling the coronavirus pandemic.
Cuomo, UFT disapprove of NYC schools reopening plan
NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo is sounding off about the plan for reopening New York City public schools proposed by Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Tropical Storm Warning issued for New York City region ahead of Isaias
A Tropical Storm Warning was issued Monday for New York City, Long Island, parts of New Jersey and Connecticut ahead of the expected arrival of Isaias early this week.
NYC Department of Education outlines protocol for handling positive coronavirus cases
Mayor Bill de Blasio and Schools Chancellor Richard Carranza have laid out new protocols for handling any possible confirmed coronavirus cases in schools this upcoming year.
NY eyes pain for wealthy, working class to help right budget
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he opposes raising taxes on the wealthy to help the state weather the coronavirus economic crisis, though its clear federal aid alone won’t solve the state’s fiscal woes.
Cuomo: Coronavirus hospitalizations in NY hit new low
Hospitalizations due to COVID-19 have dropped below 600 for the first time since March 17, according to a statement from Governor Andrew Cuomo.



















