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Stefanik, 41, who also won’t seek re-election to Congress, said she reached the decision after spending time with her family before Christmas.
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New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Ontario Premier Doug Ford were in Buffalo Friday, signing a "landmark" deal to collaborate on nuclear energy development.
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In the last few weeks, new information has come to light regarding New York State’s Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program, while many consumers continue their advocacy against the company running the program.
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49% of those polled said they would vote for Hochul in next year's election for governor, compared to 30% for Stefanik.
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The New York state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced several new actions to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) “forever chemicals” Thursday. These pollutants do not break down in the environment and are found in air, soil and water.
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The attack at Australia's Bondi Beach earlier this week on people who were celebrating the first night of Hanukkah was horrific. Stories have emerged about those who died trying to stop the gunmen.
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Washington, D.C.'s performing arts center was named for President Kennedy after his assassination. But his vision for the arts as a cornerstone of democracy was shared by Eisenhower and Johnson.
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The Justice Department released some of the Epstein files, including many previously public documents, related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's criminal charges and his death by suicide in federal custody.
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A federal judge said HUD cannot dramatically change its funding policies on homelessness for now. States, cities and nonprofits say the proposed overhaul would push thousands back onto the streets.