New York's indoor mask mandate now in effect
Mask-wearing is now required in all indoor public places unless the business or venue implements a COVID-19 vaccine requirement. But officials in some counties have already said they won't enforce it.
Mask-wearing is now required in all indoor public places unless the business or venue implements a COVID-19 vaccine requirement. But officials in some counties have already said they won't enforce it.
New Nassau County executive says he won't enforce indoor mask mandate
Incoming Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is among several county executives in New York who will not enforce the indoor mask mandate set forth by Gov. Kathy Hochul.
Incoming Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is among several county executives in New York who will not enforce the indoor mask mandate set forth by Gov. Kathy Hochul.
New JFK international terminal plan announced
A new $9.5 billion terminal is set to be built at JFK starting in 2022.
A new $9.5 billion terminal is set to be built at JFK starting in 2022.
NY indoor mask mandate in effect for all public places without vaccine requirement
New York's indoor mask mandate began Monday, meaning mask-wearing was required in all indoor public places unless the businesses or venues implemented a vaccine requirement.
New York's indoor mask mandate began Monday, meaning mask-wearing was required in all indoor public places unless the businesses or venues implemented a vaccine requirement.
Nurses from downstate headed to western NY amid COVID surge
Gov. Kathy Hochul says nurses employed by Long Island-based Northwell Health have been dispatched to western New York to help at two hospitals dealing with a surge in coronavirus infections and hospitalizations.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says nurses employed by Long Island-based Northwell Health have been dispatched to western New York to help at two hospitals dealing with a surge in coronavirus infections and hospitalizations.
New York indoor mask mandate for places without vaccine requirement
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul issued an indoor mask mandate Friday for all public places that do not require proof of vaccination.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul issued an indoor mask mandate Friday for all public places that do not require proof of vaccination.
'Alarm going off' says Hochul as COVID hospitalizations rise in New York
COVID are cases on the rise in New York State. Long Island is reporting more than 2,000 cases. In New York City, there are more than 4,200. Most alarming, says Gov. Kathy Hochul, is increasing hospitalizations.
COVID are cases on the rise in New York State. Long Island is reporting more than 2,000 cases. In New York City, there are more than 4,200. Most alarming, says Gov. Kathy Hochul, is increasing hospitalizations.
Hochul has big lead in Democratic race for governor, poll finds
A new Siena College poll shows Governor Kathy Hochul with an early double digit lead in the Democratic primary for governor.
A new Siena College poll shows Governor Kathy Hochul with an early double digit lead in the Democratic primary for governor.
New York confirms more omicron variant cases
Two new cases are from Suffolk County, on Long Island, and two are from central New York.
Two new cases are from Suffolk County, on Long Island, and two are from central New York.
Gov. Hochul: Three new Omicron variant cases found in NY
“Keep using the tools to help prevent the spread of COVID & its variants,” Hochul said in a tweet. “Get vaccinated, get your booster, & wear your mask.”
“Keep using the tools to help prevent the spread of COVID & its variants,” Hochul said in a tweet. “Get vaccinated, get your booster, & wear your mask.”
Democratic candidates angle for nomination in race for governor
New York State Democratic Party Chairman Jay Jacobs says he was hoping to avoid a primary.
New York State Democratic Party Chairman Jay Jacobs says he was hoping to avoid a primary.
5 cases of omicron variant detected in New York
At least five people in New York have been infected with the omicron variant of the coronavirus. Four of the cases are in New York City and one is in Suffolk County.
At least five people in New York have been infected with the omicron variant of the coronavirus. Four of the cases are in New York City and one is in Suffolk County.
DOJ opened an inquiry into Cuomo sexual harassment claims
The Justice Department launched a civil inquiry into sexual harassment claims made against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, according to state officials
The Justice Department launched a civil inquiry into sexual harassment claims made against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, according to state officials
'Get tested' after anime convention attendee at Javits Center tests positive for omicron variant
New York officials were urging anyone who attended the NYC Anime 2021 convention at the Javits Center to get tested for COVID after an attendee contracted the omicron variant last month.
New York officials were urging anyone who attended the NYC Anime 2021 convention at the Javits Center to get tested for COVID after an attendee contracted the omicron variant last month.
Questions over governor's emergency powers as COVID cases rise in NY
Some are wondering how far the legislature will let Governor Kathy Hochul go, given all the controversy surrounding her predecessor's use of pandemic powers.
Some are wondering how far the legislature will let Governor Kathy Hochul go, given all the controversy surrounding her predecessor's use of pandemic powers.
NY jail and prison staff not complying with COVID mandates face suspension
The union that represents correctional officers in New York City is threatening legal action against the city over the vaccine mandate. About 23% of city jail staff have not been vaccinated and are facing suspension without pay.
The union that represents correctional officers in New York City is threatening legal action against the city over the vaccine mandate. About 23% of city jail staff have not been vaccinated and are facing suspension without pay.
Gov. Hochul concerned about 'COVID fatigue' as omicron variant looms
Gov. Kathy Hochul expects the state to experience a surge in infections starting in the next few days because of holiday gatherings. She said she is concerned that people are emotionally tired of the pandemic.
Gov. Kathy Hochul expects the state to experience a surge in infections starting in the next few days because of holiday gatherings. She said she is concerned that people are emotionally tired of the pandemic.
No omicron variant cases detected in NYC yet, mayor says
There were no confirmed cases of the new omicron variant of the coronavirus detected in New York City as of Monday, according to Mayor Bill de Blasio.
There were no confirmed cases of the new omicron variant of the coronavirus detected in New York City as of Monday, according to Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Hochul: NY nursing homes will be required to make boosters available to residents
The directive comes just two days after the governor declared a State of Emergency in New York ahead of possible COVID-19 spikes this winter.
The directive comes just two days after the governor declared a State of Emergency in New York ahead of possible COVID-19 spikes this winter.
'It's Coming' - Gov. Hochul declares State of Emergency in NY amid omicron fears
"We continue to see warning signs of spikes this upcoming winter and while the new Omicron variant has yet to be detected in New York State, it's coming," Hochul said.
"We continue to see warning signs of spikes this upcoming winter and while the new Omicron variant has yet to be detected in New York State, it's coming," Hochul said.