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Keeping New York Moving: Governor Hochul Celebrates Record Single Day Subway Ridership of 4.5 Million Reached on Dec. 12

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the Subway had a record ridership of 4,497,599 passengers commuting on Dec. 12 — this is the highest ridership for a single weekday since March 11, 2020. Sixty-seven percent of all subway trips on Dec. 12 were taken using Tap-and-Go payments. “Our subway system is the lifeblood of New…

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New York Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Hochul Remove 73,000 Ghost Cars to Enhance Public Safety

Mayor Adams And Governor Hochul Announce Removal of 73,000 Ghost Cars and Illegal Motorized Vehicles From New York City Streets as “Public Safety Week” Rolls on Deputy Mayor Chauncey Parker, Public Safety: Good afternoon everyone. I’m Chauncey Parker, the deputy mayor for Public Safety. On behalf of Mayor Adams, we’re here today for an important announcement…

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Statement NY State Governor Kathy Hochul Following U.S. Customs and Border Protection Reducing Operating Hours at Four Northern Border Crossings in New York State

“I strongly oppose the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s decision to reduce operating hours at four crossings on New York’s border with Canada. While the Biden-Harris Administration has achieved measurable success in enhancing southern border security, New York is experiencing a dramatic increase in irregular crossings along our northern border. “My Administration has already taken…

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Governor Hochul Announces $22 Million is Now Available to Strengthen and Modernize New York’s Electric Grid

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $22 million is now available for projects that strengthen and modernize New York’s electric grid. Funded by a U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Grid Resilience Formula Grant, the State’s new competitive grid modernization program supports projects that help to ensure the reliability of infrastructure and expand access to clean energy for…

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New York Governor Announces $25M V-FIRE Grants and $10M Stipend Program to Support Volunteer Firefighters

Governor Hochul Awards $25 Million in New York State Funding for the Volunteer Fire Service A rush transcript of the Governor’s remarks is available below: Good morning, good morning. This is a place I feel right at home. You do not know this about me, but, for 30 years — 30 years ago, this year…

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NY Free College Applications Return: SUNY, CUNY, and Private Schools Waive Fees for New York Students

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that starting October 21, high school seniors across New York will once again be able to apply to SUNY, CUNY, and more than 50 private colleges without paying application fees. As part of College Application Month, the initiative aims to ease financial burdens and encourage students to explore higher education options….

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