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12/22/2025

The water restrictions were put in place on Monday, December 22, after a major water transmission line broke over the weekend.

The water restrictions were put in place Monday after a major water transmission line broke over the weekend.

12/22/2025

Climate advocates celebrate as Gov. Hochul signs a law ending the 100-foot rule. Shifting costs from utility customers to developers aims to phase out fossil fuels by discouraging new gas lines.

The victory comes after a tough year for climate priorities in New York.

12/22/2025

AAA reports a record 122.4 million people are traveling this season. With gas prices below $3, nine out of 10 people will drive. December 26 is projected to be one of the busiest days on the road.

The average price for a gallon of gas in New York is down about 10 cents from last year.

12/19/2025

In a stunning announcement Friday afternoon, North Country Rep. Elise Stefanik said she would end her campaign for governor and not run for another term in Congress next year.

Rep. Elise Stefanik says she is suspending her campaign for New York governor and will not seek reelection to Congress.

12/19/2025

State Republican leaders are calling for unity behind Rep. Elise Stefanik. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is moving forward with a primary challenge the party leadership hoped to avoid.

President Donald Trump said last week that Rep. Elise Stefanik and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman are "two great people running."

12/19/2025

After nearly 100 central New York winters, the historic Niagara Hudson Building is undergoing a major revitalization. National Grid aims to preserve the Art Deco icon for a renewable energy future.

National Grid begins a multi-year restoration of Syracuse's historic Art Deco Niagara Hudson Building, starting with repairs to its iconic stainless steel doors.

12/19/2025

The Rome Rescue Mission is seeing an increase in working families seeking help. Staff emphasize that community generosity is vital as they prepare holiday meals and gifts for neighbors in need.

The Rome Rescue Mission is preparing hundreds of holiday meals as central New York nonprofits see an increase in working families seeking assistance.

12/18/2025

Governor Kathy Hochul will sign the Medical Aid in Dying Act, making New York the 13th state to allow the practice. She cited her faith and her mother’s battle with ALS in her decision.

12/18/2025

Central New York lawmakers are pushing to end "medical deserts" in the region. A new legislative package from Sen. Joseph Griffo and Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon aims to provide incentives to attract and retain doctors in underserved upstate communities.

State Sen. Joseph Griffo and Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon are pushing legislation to address physician shortages and "medical deserts" in upstate New York.

12/17/2025

The U.S. Senate unanimously approved a bill to make Oswego's Safe Haven Holocaust Refugee Shelter Museum part of a national park. The museum honors 982 Jewish refugees who found safety at Fort Ontario during World War II.

The U.S. Senate on Tuesday approved adding the Safe Haven Holocaust Refugee Shelter Museum to the national park system.

12/16/2025

Volunteers in Fulton are packing weekend meals for 280 elementary students who might otherwise go hungry. Blessings In A Backpack #1764 Fulton NY needs donations to continue its work.

Many schools may offer free breakfast and lunch, but an organization is making sure students have enough to eat on weekends, too.

12/16/2025

Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh will lead the NYS Canal Corporation starting in January. Governor Kathy Hochul praised his work revitalizing the city since 2018 as preparation for overseeing the state's historic canal system.

Gov. Kathy Hochul is revealing information about the Syracuse mayor’s next steps.