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New York State DEC Says Man Tried to Escape Custody Using Rideshare
Ridesharing was once referred to as the "future of public transport", as companies such as Uber, Lyft, and others allow riders to use mobile apps to request rides from nearby drivers. This can help provide quick and easy transportation, while removing some of the excess congestion on our roads. Attempting...
Hochul notes major L.I. crime reduction
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a substantial decrease in shooting incidents and overall crime rates on Long Island, highlighting the impact of unprecedented state investments in public safety. The data, reported by the Nassau, Suffolk, and Hempstead police departments, shows a 44 percent reduction in shooting incidents with injury, a 15 percent drop in index crimes, and a 16 percent decrease in property crimes compared to the same period in 2023.
State Assemblyman joins stakeholders in appeal of proposed prohibition of HFC refrigerants
As the New York State DEC is expected to release changes to regulations to prohibit the use of a common refrigerant in most refrigerators and air conditioners, one local state lawmakers is warning that this would come at a great cost. More from WBEN:
AOC blasts colleagues who are "too scared" to publicly say what they think about Biden
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., took to Instagram live Thursday evening to make a a fervid argument in favor of President Joe Biden staying on top of the Democratic ticket, Business Insider reported. In a nearly hour-long session, the progressive lawmaker expressed her support for Biden despite the party’s dissonance over...
Republican businessman Ted Danz hopes for upset in Capital Region state Senate race
The race for an open New York state Senate seat rekindles an old rivalry. In office since 1997, Democrat Neil Breslin is the longest-tenured Senator in the chamber. The 82-year-old from the 46th district decided not to seek another term early this year. Party leaders were quick to promote state Assemblymember Pat Fahy of the 109th district to run in Breslin’s stead this fall, and any other Democrats who had interest in running for Breslin's seat quickly dropped off the radar.
ALERT: These Campsites In New York State Have CLOSED
The recent storms that pounded portions of New York State have lead to officials closing various campsites. The summer storms that raged through the last few days left a line of destruction behind. As residents cleanup and, in some cases, start to rebuild their homes, the weather is starting to become more enjoyable with less humidity and sunny skies.
Sammy Hagar Will Not Get To Meet NYS Trooper Who Gave Him ‘I Can’t Drive 55′ Ticket
Here's why a reunion between Sammy Hagar and the New York State Trooper who inspired one of his biggest hits won't get to happen. Sammy Hagar will be performing at SPAC on Monday July 22, 2024. He has some serious history with Upstate New York and our area. However it appears he was going a little too fast and ended up with a now famous speeding ticket.
Making Democracy Work: Let’s find more ways to encourage our youth to vote
Have you ever thought about the ways that our country might change if everybody voted? If all the citizens, young and old, could register their opinions by going to the polls? Where could we start to make that happen?. It has been estimated that by February 2024 a total of...
Record number of tornadoes in July for NYS
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — On average New York State averages about 9 confirmed tornadoes per year. Seven tornadoes alone were confirmed on July 10, 2024, as the remnants of what was once Hurricane Beryl slid over New York State. Another 9 have been confirmed since then bringing the running total for July to 16 tornadoes, […]
Upstate, New York Angler Smashes NYS Fishing Record
What's the biggest fish you've ever caught? Did it break any records?. One man in Upstate New York can answer that question confidently with a big old, YES!. The Department of Environmental Conservation shared exciting news for one Upstate New York angler. According to a social media post, a man...
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