Politics
Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, passed away at the age of 100. He died at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by family, as confirmed by the Carter Center.
With President-elect Donald Trump set to take office in January 2025, many U.S. colleges and universities are advising international students to return to campus before his inauguration, citing concerns over potential travel bans similar to those implemented during his first administration. These advisories come amid uncertainty about Trump’s plans, but schools aim to minimize risks […]
NPR and PBS face heightened threats to their funding under President-elect Donald Trump, with Elon Musk advocating significant federal budget cuts, including the elimination of financial support for public media. Federal funding, which supports local news, educational programming, and emergency alerts, is vital for NPR and PBS stations, especially in rural areas. Critics argue that […]
The Child Poverty Reduction Advisory Council (CPRAC) has released a report with recommendations to cut child poverty in New York by 50% by 2031. The proposed measures, costing $9 billion, aim to build on prior initiatives like expanding the Empire State Child Credit, raising minimum wages, and allocating $7.5 billion for childcare, which have already […]
The House Ethics Committee has accused former Congressman Matt Gaetz of paying for sex, including with a 17-year-old girl, and engaging in illicit drug use during his time in office. A bipartisan investigation, detailed in a 37-page report, alleges Gaetz violated multiple laws and House rules, including those prohibiting prostitution, statutory rape, and obstruction of […]
NPR’s “Seeking Common Ground” project explored how Americans perceive and experience community in a divided nation. Through discussions with nearly 30 small groups across the country, facilitated by reporters from 10 NPR stations and supported by the nonprofit Cortico, the initiative sought to understand community dynamics beyond political labels. Participants emphasized the importance of close-knit […]
The Greece Police Department is making significant security upgrades, according to Chief Michael Wood, including installing license plate recognition cameras to track down everything from stolen cars to missing people. Wood said they’re being installed now across the town. “You think of the criminal activity right away,” Wood said. “License plates for stolen cars, for […]
New York Governor Kathy Hochul recently vetoed two child care bills, sparking criticism from advocates and lawmakers. The bills aimed to improve child care accessibility for low-income families. The first bill, S4924A/A1303A, would have removed the requirement that parents earn above a minimum income to qualify for assistance, aligning New York with federal standards. The […]
Ontario is preparing to take retaliatory measures against the U.S. if President-elect Donald Trump implements sweeping tariffs on Canadian products. These potential actions include barring American-made alcohol from Ontario’s liquor stores and restricting electricity exports to Michigan, New York, and Minnesota. Premier Doug Ford has also indicated that Ontario may limit exports of critical minerals […]
New York has expanded its food donation and recycling program through legislation signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul. The new law (S5331A/A5906A) requires large food generators, including grocery stores, colleges, and food manufacturers within 50 miles of an organic recycling facility, to donate surplus edible food and recycle food scraps. This initiative addresses food waste, supports […]
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