Big New York

August 7, 2025 Albany, NY Statement from Governor Kathy Hochul

Governor Hochul Condemns $87M Cut to NY Safety Programs

Governor Kathy Hochul is urging Congress and the White House to reverse a recent decision by the Trump administration to cut $87 million from New York’s counterterrorism and public safety programs. This reduction, announced shortly after a tragic mass shooting in New York City on July 29, 2025, could weaken law enforcement’s ability to protect…

Read More

NYC Expands Program to Ease Student Debt and College Costs for Residents (Video)

Mayor Eric Adams has expanded New York City’s partnership with Summer, a student loan assistance company, to provide all residents with tools to manage student debt and plan for college expenses. The program offers personalized guidance on reducing monthly loan payments, enrolling in federal forgiveness programs, and saving on college costs. Building on a successful…

Read More
DonaldTrunp Hochul New York news together next to Manhattan View

Trump’s Tariffs Aim to Shield U.S. Jobs, Stir Debate with New York Governor Hochul

ALBANY, N.Y.—New York Governor Kathy Hochul decried President Trump’s tariffs as a “reckless trade war” on August 7, 2025, as new data revealed the policy’s steep toll on consumers. The tariffs, effective today, are projected to raise prices on everyday goods, costing New York households an estimated $4,200 annually in additional federal taxes. With prices…

Read More

Governor Hochul Launches $400 Million Championing Albany’s Potential Initiative

Governor Kathy Hochul initiated the $400 million Championing Albany’s Potential (CAP) Initiative with its first public workshop on August 6, 2025, at the Albany Capital Center, engaging hundreds of Albany residents, businesses, and officials. The CAP initiative, backed by $200 million for strategic downtown revitalization, $150 million for cultural enhancements like the State Museum, $40…

Read More
Governor Hochul's $20 Million Clean Water Grants Initiative Governor Kathy Hochul announced over $20 million in clean water grants on August 6, 2025, in Albany, NY, to bolster water infrastructure across New York State during National Water Quality Month. The funding, split between the Green Innovation Grant Program ($17 million for 12 stormwater and water efficiency projects) and Wastewater Infrastructure Engineering Planning Grants ($3 million for 59 communities), aims to modernize water systems, enhance resilience against extreme weather, and protect public health. Highlighted projects include stormwater resilience in New York City’s Green-Wood Cemetery, streetscape improvements in Lockport, and water system upgrades in Malone, all designed to improve water quality and support sustainable community development.

New York. Governor Hochul’s $20 Million Clean Water Grants Initiative

Governor Kathy Hochul announced over $20 million in clean water grants on August 6, 2025, in Albany, NY, to bolster water infrastructure across New York State during National Water Quality Month. The funding, split between the Green Innovation Grant Program ($17 million for 12 stormwater and water efficiency projects) and Wastewater Infrastructure Engineering Planning Grants…

Read More

All rights reserved © 2024. Made with love in New York.