Governor Kathy Hochul today provided an update on wildfires burning across New York State and has deployed a multi-agency response to fires in Orange and Ulster counties in close coordination with local fire departments and first responders. Aerial investigation shows the Jennings Creek/Sterling State Park wildfire, which is in both New York and New Jersey,…
On Sept. 14, 2025, during WBLS 107.5’s “Hear From the Mayor,” New York City Mayor Eric Adams reflected on the 24th anniversary of 9/11 and hosted retired NYPD inspector Paul McCormack, now CEO of Ground Zero 360, to discuss the traveling memorial exhibit—currently installed in City Hall’s Rotunda—that features personal effects from 11 fallen first…
Governor Kathy Hochul today ( April 6 2024 ) updated New Yorkers on safety precautions taken following yesterday’s 4.8 magnitude earthquake and reminded the public of best practices to stay safe during a seismic event. Over the past 24 hours, the U.S. Geological Survey has detected at least 25 aftershocks in Central New Jersey, many of which…
New Law Ensures Safe and Comfortable Learning Environments by Setting a Maximum Temperature for New York School Classrooms Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation to require that all school districts develop plans to mitigate extreme heat in classrooms and support services spaces and to establish a maximum allowable temperature to ensure the health and safety…
One year after launching the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity (APEP), the Biden Administration celebrates the initiative’s progress in fortifying economic ties across the Western Hemisphere. Bringing together twelve nations that represent a vast share of the region’s GDP, APEP focuses on supply chain resilience, fostering investment, and driving sustainable growth. This past year saw…
The latest report shows inflation holding steady at 1.9% while wages continue to climb, giving Americans more spending power. Since President Trump took office, real wages have risen 1.3% over the past year and increased every month, with prices for everyday goods like gasoline, eggs, and smartphones dropping. Energy costs are down, back-to-school shopping is…