Gov. Kathy Hochul is betting big on the future of tech — dropping $5 million to launch AI and Society departments across eight SUNY campuses. The goal? To keep New York on the cutting edge of artificial intelligence while making sure the tech works for people, not against them. From battling online hate to boosting…
Summary: Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a policy change allowing the New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) to accept Conditional Approvals from the NYC Department of Transportation as proof of municipal authorization for outdoor dining spaces. The move streamlines the approval process for restaurants and bars seeking to expand their licensed premises under the Dining…
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is pushing back against former President Donald Trump’s new tariffs, calling them a “reckless tax” that hurts small businesses, raises costs for families, and shakes financial security. She warns the tariffs could cost Americans thousands, weaken 401(k)s, and drive away Canadian tourists, impacting businesses from Niagara Falls to Montauk. “This…
Governor Kathy Hochul isn’t backing down on crime, mental health, or budget showdowns. In a fiery Politics Unusual interview, she defended her subway safety plan, pushing back against federal funding threats and touting a 50% crime drop since the Giuliani era. She vowed to tackle New York’s mental health crisis, calling it “inhumane” to leave…
ALBANY, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the New York Power Authority (NYPA) has taken full ownership of the 20 MW Somers Solar project in Washington County, marking its first renewable energy acquisition under expanded authority granted in 2023. The large-scale solar initiative, part of NYPA’s plan to drive 3 GW of renewable energy…
ALBANY, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul, in partnership with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, has introduced a $160 million initiative to enhance the Q70 LaGuardia Link bus service. The proposal includes dedicated bus lanes on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, priority traffic signals, increased service frequency, and a…
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