NY plan to add more cops to NYC subway has $154M price tag
The state has helped to fund the NYPD’s overtime in the past and although Hochul said this was funding that would be worked out with the legislature during budget negotiations, her staff had to later clarify that the city and state will actually be splitting the cost.
The state has helped to fund the NYPD’s overtime in the past and although Hochul said this was funding that would be worked out with the legislature during budget negotiations, her staff had to later clarify that the city and state will actually be splitting the cost.
MTA installs turnstile 'spikes' at NYC subway station
The MTA is trying to crack down on fare evasion in the NYC subway system by using "spikes" on the turnstile handrails.
The MTA is trying to crack down on fare evasion in the NYC subway system by using "spikes" on the turnstile handrails.
Every NYC subway station will have uniformed cops overnight: Hochul plan
Every subway station in New York City will have a uniformed officer onboard subway platforms and trains from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., NY Gov. Kathy Hochul announced in Tuesday's State of the State.
Every subway station in New York City will have a uniformed officer onboard subway platforms and trains from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., NY Gov. Kathy Hochul announced in Tuesday's State of the State.
NY Gov. Hochul delivers 2025 State of the State Address
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul delivered her 2025 State of the State Address on Tuesday afternoon.
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul delivered her 2025 State of the State Address on Tuesday afternoon.
Hochul to announce free tuition plan at city, state colleges: Details
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul is scheduled to announce a plan to offer free tuition to state and city colleges for students pursuing associates degrees in certain high-demand fields. Here's what to know.
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul is scheduled to announce a plan to offer free tuition to state and city colleges for students pursuing associates degrees in certain high-demand fields. Here's what to know.
Here's how much New York's minimum wage will increase in 2025
Beginning in 2027, the minimum wage "will increase annually according to the Consumer Price Index."
Beginning in 2027, the minimum wage "will increase annually according to the Consumer Price Index."
NYC congestion pricing countdown: Map, toll information, discounts and more
The start of congestion pricing in NYC is just under a week away. Here's everything drivers need to know, including a map, toll prices, toll hours and exemptions.
The start of congestion pricing in NYC is just under a week away. Here's everything drivers need to know, including a map, toll prices, toll hours and exemptions.
Gov. Hochul deploys 250 more National Guard members to NYC subways for holiday security
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday that she is deploying an additional 250 National Guard members to patrol the New York City subway system during the holiday season.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday that she is deploying an additional 250 National Guard members to patrol the New York City subway system during the holiday season.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that she was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma, a form of skin cancer.