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21-Year-Old Who Caused Double-Fatal Mount Vernon Crash Sentenced
A 21-year-old man will spend years behind bars after he admitted to speeding at 100 mph and causing a crash that killed two friends and permanently disabled a third in Westchester County, authorities said. Mount Vernon resident Anthony Rose, age 21, was sentenced to two-and-a-half years to seven-and-a-half years in...
Rep. Mike Lawler's push to rename the Tappan Zee bridge attacks the wrong Gov. Cuomo
Mike Lawler arrives for a meeting of the House Republican Conference on June 12, 2024 The congressmember's merch also bears a striking resemblance to the logo for the Golden State Warriors. [ more › ]
Report: New York hate crimes skyrocket, with Jews targeted in majority of incidents
(The Center Square) — Hate crimes have skyrocketed in New York over the past five years, according to a new report by state Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli, which revealed nearly half of the incidents reported last year targeted Jewish people. DiNapoli said there were 1,089 reported hate crime instances in 2023 — a 69% increase over pre-pandemic levels in 2019 and the highest number since the state began collecting the data as required by New York’s 2000 Hates Crimes Act. ...
Increase of ‘cat eyes’ weapons being found in Upstate NY airports
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — There has been an increase in the number of “cat eyes” being carried to checkpoints in Upstate New York airports. “Cat eyes” are similar to brass knuckles, but they are shaped like a cat — the user would place their fingers through the holes, or “eyes,” and the pointed “ears” become […]
18-Year-Old Is First Man Charged Under New Mask Ban Law In NYC
Earlier this summer New York State Governor Kathy Hochul implemented a mask ban after masked pro-Palestine protestors began harassing people in public around New York City and after doing so other cities and counties followed suit which led to this week’s first arrest under the controversial mask ban law.
AVOID Driving During These Times This Weekend In New York
The "record-breaking" summer travel season will continue this weekend. Here's when you should AVOID driving in New York. This Labor Day weekend will be one of the busiest ever when it comes to travel. Labor Day Travel Up Nearly 10 Percent. AAA says "this year's record-breaking" summer travel season will...
Car Passengers Can Actually Get Ticketed, Or Fined In New York
Did you know that a passenger can get ticketed in New York State? Or that passengers can get the driver fined?. All vehicle passengers, even adults in the backseat, must wear a seatbelt. Click It Or Ticket, Applies To Passengers. In 2020, New York State passed a law requiring all...
Insects Spreading Fatal Brain Swelling Virus In Upstate New York
Insects in at least 10 Upstate New York counties tested positive for a virus that kills about 33 percent of those infected and leaves others with mild to severe brain damage. The New York State Department of Health issued an advisory urging New Yorkers to take personal protective measures to avoid mosquito bites.
Tractor-Trailer Gets Stuck Under Another Bridge in New York State
Another week, and yet another bridge in New York has been struck by a vehicle. The latest impact saw a large tractor-trailer getting itself stuck during the afternoon rush hour, resulting in an entire street being shut down. While transportation officials across New York state continue to make efforts to...
Dangerous Jury Duty Scam Reaches Upstate New York
Most people want to avoid jury duty. That's why officials from the Hudson Valley are sounding the alarm about this new scam. Scammers are always finding new ways to try and trick you. Speed Camera Scam. Speed cameras are now up across New York State. And that means you can...
Keeping horses healthy and safe at the NYS Fair
GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The State Agriculture Department is now warning horse owners to vaccinate their animals after several horses tested positive for West Nile and EEE viruses across the state. NewsChannel 9’s Ashley Cafaro stopped by the horse barn at the New York State Fairgrounds to find out how the horses are doing at […]
CUNY chancellor outlines safety plans for new semester
As students return to college campuses for the fall semester, schools are working to ensure a safe environment for all students. City University of New York schools kicked off the semester on Wednesday, and campuses are already on high alert following a spring semester marked by intense pro-Palestinian protests. The demonstrations sometimes led to arrests, vandalism and accusations of antisemitism.
New Jersey and New York Grocery Chain Banning this Controversial Item
Stop & Shop has been in the news quite a bit lately. The grocer recently announced the closure of many "underperforming" stores in New Jersey and New York. The following locations in New Jersey will close its doors by the end of the year:. 1083 Inman Ave., Edison. 1049 US...
The Daily Dirt: City predicts more interest in C-PACE loans
The city just made it easier for developers and landlords to secure financing for green technologies in their buildings. Will it be enough?. It is no secret that the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy program, or C-PACE, got off to a dreadful start, with only a handful of projects getting the low-interest financing.
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