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New York State DEC Rescues Man in Hudson Valley Stuck Near Waterfall
Hikers across New York state can get themselves in quite a bind, especially after getting lost or injured while on the trail. But while being unprepared or careless during a big hike can lead to trouble, sometimes it's Mother Nature that just doesn't want to cooperate. And with the state...
U.S. Rep. Dave Joyce wants to drive down tuition increases by taxing university endowments
WASHINGTON, D. C. - Saying that wealthy, elite universities need to take responsibility for ballooning student debt, U.S. Rep. Dave Joyce has introduced legislation that would require them to pay more taxes on endowment profits, and increase the number of schools that pay such taxes. The South Russell Republican and...
Two-year-old Toddler Hit by Car in Corning and Driver Charged
CORNING, N.Y. (WENY) -- Corning City Police responded to an incident where it was reported a two-year-old child was hit by a car on Relihan Blvd. Authorities say the child was behind the vehicle when the driver, Zachary Whitney, 20, began to back up and accidentally hit the child. On...
State legislators, law enforcement call on Hochul to suspend prison visitations in wake of repeat drug exposure incidents
State lawmakers, law enforcement agencies and families of correctional officers stood together on Thursday, calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to improve working conditions for prison workers and suspend prison visitations. Read more from WBEN:
Wrongful death suit against Disney serves as a warning to consumers when clicking 'I agree'
Does signing up for Disney’s popular streaming service mean you have agreed to never sue the entertainment giant over anything forever? That is what Disney argues in a wrongful death lawsuit involving a 42-year-old New York doctor whose family claims had a fatal allergic reaction after eating at an Irish pub in Disney Springs in October. A wrongful death lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is serving as a reminder to consumers of the importance of reading the fine print when signing up for a streaming service or smartphone app. The lawsuit was filed by the family of a New York woman who died after eating at a restaurant in Disney Springs, an outdoor dining, shopping and entertainment complex in Florida owned by Disney. Disney is arguing that the lawsuit should be dropped because the plaintiff, the woman’s husband, once signed up for a trial subscription of the Disney+ streaming service. That service, they argue, includes a subscriber agreement in which the customer agrees to settle any lawsuits against Disney out of court through arbitration.
NY weather update: Thunderstorms with damaging winds and golf-ball-sized hail in Rensselaer and Saratoga counties Thursday
On Thursday at 5:05 p.m. an updated severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service valid until 5:15 p.m. for Rensselaer and Saratoga counties. Wind gusts of up to 60 mph and golf-ball-sized hail (1.75 inches) are foreseen. "At 5:05 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located near Mechanicville,...
World War II Warships Getting Major Support From New York State
The Buffalo waterfront is home to three United States Navy Warships, and two of those ships are in serious need of repair. So much so that it wasn't that long ago that they were taking on water, putting them on the verge of sinking. Over the last couple of years,...
TRAFFIC ALERT: Multiple Lanes Shut Down on 787
Important Reminder, if you or someone you know needs help, dial 988 to speak with a crisis counselor. Someone is there to help 24 hours a day. You can also start an online chat by visiting https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/crisis/988.html. Update 6:11pm: NewsChannel 13 says they have confirmed with police that a man...
DraftKings Backs Down After Outrage In New York State
Since becoming legal in 2022, mobile sports betting has become extremely popular here in New York State. These days, you can rarely hit up a sports bar or watch a game with friends without someone checking their phone to see how their bets are doing. That’s why when one of...
Most Air Pollution Found In These Parts Of New York
Higher levels of air pollution are found in these areas of your hometown in New York. The New York State DEC released the results from the first phase of the State’s "historic effort" to monitor air quality. DEC Releases First Phase Results of Statewide Community Air Monitoring Initiative. The...
National Weather Service: “Above” Average Precipitation This Winter In New York
The calendar says it's only mid-August, but weather experts are giving snow lovers exciting news about the upcoming winter. As I write this article, the date says August 15. However, Fall is near. Halloween stores are opening, and pumpkin spice season is days a way. In fact, Dunkin' is now selling a "spiked" pumpkin spice latte with 6% ABV. CLICK HERE to find out more.
Severe Weather Possible Across Western New York
Things are going to get dicey weather-wise across Western New York over the next 24-48 hours. There is a risk of severe weather moving into the area on Friday and continuing through the weekend. READ MORE: OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC TEASES WEATHER PREDICTION FOR WESTERN NEW YORK. It looks like we...
Another Store Files For Bankruptcy, Closing Many New York Stores
Another day and another popular business is filing for bankruptcy and closing a number of stores in New York. On Wednesday, Hudson Valley Post reported an "affordable fitness brand known for its commitment to an all-inclusive and inviting environment" filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and is closing at least 10 New York gyms.
NYS is buying extra equipment to assist in extreme weather events
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - New York State is taking $15 million to buy equipment to help counties prepare for extreme rain and snow events. The recent State Budget allows Governor Hochul to spend that money and deploy the equipment to different counties. The State’s Commissioner for Emergency Services says...
Columbia University students ask what's next after Shafik resigns
NEW YORK -- Columbia University students are reacting to President Minouche Shafik's decision to resign from the university Thursday, the first full day on campus after she stepped down. Shafik's 13-month tenure as Columbia University's president was marred by controversy over her handling of pro-Palestinian protests during the spring semester. "There's definitely a lot of relief" Students waited in line Thursday to enter the Upper Manhattan campus, which just implemented a new ID requirement -- one of Shafik's final moves as president. In response to reports of possible protests at colleges across the U.S. as the fall semester begins, students and staff must...
Leveling the Playing Field Expands Outreach, Distributes Free Sports Equipment Across Western New York
CHEEKTOWAGA, NY – After expanding to Western New York in 2023, Leveling the Playing Field (LPF) is excited to announce today that it will begin distributing gently used sports equipment collected over the past year to organizations benefitting children across Western New York. LPF aims to bridge the gap...
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