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The state expanded the program to more middle-income households and estimates 2.5 million more households are eligible.
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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Robert Griffin - Dean of the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity at the University at Albany.Jay Jochnowitz - Semi-retired, Editor at large/columnist/editorial writer, Times Union.Judy Patrick - Former Vice President for Editorial Development at the New York Press Association and a longtime editor of the Daily Gazette.
New York Public Media
New York has had an anti-BDS order on the books since 2016. But Gov. Kathy Hochul’s administration says it doesn’t apply to foreign countries.
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The Federal Communications Commission is reviewing a program that helps fund internet connectivity at schools and libraries.
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New York Public News Network reporters Jimmy Vielkind and Samuel King talk about the latest developments at the State Capitol in Albany.
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Top Republicans, including Rudy Giuliani, George Pataki and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, have called on Mayor Zohran Mamdani not to attend the ceremonies.
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed making Canada the European Union's first associate member, a striking overture as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs drive Ottawa closer to Europe.
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Saudi Arabia accused Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels overnight of trying to attack Islam's holiest city, prompting condemnation from countries in the region but no sign of military support.
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One of the country's first known female tattoo artists was born on a Kansas farm. Maud Stevens Wagner ran off to join the circus and later became a tattoo legend.
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Data suggests many candidates are embracing AI this year to boost their image and portray their opponents unfavorably. But whether it will turn out voters remains unclear.