How much New York's minimum wage will increase on Jan. 1, 2025
New York’s minimum wage is expected to increase every year until it reaches $17 in New York City and its suburbs, and $16 in the rest of the state.
NYC Congestion pricing plan gets federal approval, set to begin Janaury 5
The Federal Highway Administration has approved NYC’s congestion pricing plan, set to begin January 5. Drivers entering Manhattan below 60th Street will pay a $9 toll, increasing to $12 by 2028 and $15 by 2031.
Cheating on your spouse is no longer a crime in New York, with the repeal of a little-known 1907 law
New York has repealed a seldom-used law over a century old that made it a crime to cheat on your spouse. The misdemeanor once could have landed adulterers in jail for three months.
New NYC congestion pricing plan unveiled; drivers can once again expect tax
The program, which would charge drivers a fee for entering Manhattan south of 60th St., aims to ease traffic in central Manhattan, reduce pollution and raise funds for public transit improvements.
Gov. Hochul set to relaunch NYC congestion pricing with reduced $9 toll
After initially pausing the congestion pricing plan last June, just weeks before its planned rollout, Hochul is now moving forward with renewed urgency following the election of Donald Trump.
What's the future of NYC congestion pricing after Trump's win?
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, who paused the program earlier this year – citing affordability concerns – has yet to indicate when or if she will resume the initiative.
NY leaders react to Trump's election victory, brace for policy challenges
With Donald Trump’s return to the White House, New York leaders, including Governor Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams, and Attorney General Letitia James, shared their reactions and plans for the city’s future
Gov. Hochul refrains from calling for Adams to resign
Governor Kathy Hochul is not yet calling on Mayor Eric Adams to resign, despite increasing pressure from New Yorkers and concerns about his administration.
NY deploys National Guard troops, helicopters, and generators for Helene recovery
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that 17 soldiers from the National Guard, three heavy helicopters and four generators were sent to help the North Carolina National Guard with their Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.
NYC braces for possible leadership change as Adams faces charges
In the wake of Mayor Eric Adams’ criminal case, the future of New York City's leadership could hinge on three key figures: Mayor Adams himself, Governor Kathy Hochul, and Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, who would assume the mayoral role if Adams is removed.
Judge denies Hochul's bid to toss lawsuits seeking to reinstate Manhattan congestion fee
A New York judge has denied Gov. Kathy Hochul’s request to toss out lawsuits challenging her decision to halt a new congestion fee for drivers into Manhattan.
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul announces skin cancer diagnosis
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that she was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma, a form of skin cancer.
Second Avenue subway gets $54M infusion from Gov. Hochul, critics call it 'drop in the ocean'
The Second Avenue Subway expansion received $54M in funding from Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday, but critics say that the money is 'a drop in the ocean' compared to the project's projected $7.7B cost.
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul faces lawsuits amid congestion pricing
Two lawsuits were filed against Governor Kathy Hochul’s administration Thursday, over her decision to “indefinitely pause" congestion pricing.
FBI searches home of former aide to Gov. Kathy Hochul
The FBI has searched the Long Island home of a former aide to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul. The former staffer, Linda Sun, has not been accused of wrongdoing.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul launches 'Get Offline, Get Outside' campaign
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul launched a new campaign stressing the importance of kids getting outside this summer.
MTA holds first committee meeting after congestion pricing paused
The MTA held its first committee meeting today after New York Gov. Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing.
Hochul signs bill that would limit 'addictive' social media feeds for kids in NY
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a bill that would allow parents to block their children from getting social media posts suggested by a platform’s algorithm, a move to limit feeds critics argue are addictive.
NY Gov. Hochul's job approval ratings hit historic low: Poll
Governor Kathy Hochul's job approval and favorability ratings have plummeted to their lowest levels since she took office nearly three years ago, according to a Siena College poll released today.
Gov. Hochul pauses congestion pricing, leaving MTA with $15B shortfall
It’s been two weeks since Governor Kathy Hochul put an indefinite "pause" on congestion pricing in New York and is no closer to finding an alternative revenue source for the MTA now that it is $15 billion short.