Kathy Hochul
Governor Kathy Hochul says New York is seriously exploring a bid for a future Winter Olympics, potentially split between New York City and Lake Placid. State Assemblyman Robert Carroll recently visited the upcoming Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo to study how a two-city Games could work. Former Team USA hockey player David Leggio believes […]
Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed a plan called “Excelsior Power” that would offer a $25 monthly bill credit to customers who replace older thermostats with smart thermostats and allow utilities to adjust those thermostats during times when the electric grid is most stressed. The report says the state is pursuing more flexible grid management as energy […]
Kathy Hochul is proposing “Excelsior Power,” a plan offering a $25 monthly bill credit to New Yorkers who install smart thermostats and allow utilities to adjust them during peak demand to help stabilize the grid. Utilities like Rochester Gas and Electric and New York State Electric & Gas already run a voluntary program with small […]
Source: WXXI NewsLink: https://www.wxxinews.org/local-news/2026-02-18/gov-kathy-hochul-promised-rochester-225-million-what-could-it-be-used-forPublished: February 18, 2026WXXI breaks down the large pool of state funding Rochester leaders are discussing, with many projects competing for what could become major investment in neighborhoods, parks, infrastructure, and economic development. The story explains that some money is already associated with a High Falls State Park plan, while a significant […]
With the All Electric Buildings Act set to take effect in January 2026, Governor Kathy Hochul signaled she may delay implementation due to affordability and infrastructure concerns. The mandate would ban new gas hookups in buildings under seven stories. However, utilities like RG&E and NYSEG are already strained. Hochul emphasized a pragmatic approach, citing post-pandemic […]
Governor Hochul’s statewide cellphone ban in schools is now in effect, and News10NBC is examining the early impacts. While some celebrate improved classroom focus, others worry about student safety and communication gaps. The new mandate required each district to submit a formal compliance plan. The investigation into how schools are adapting and whether students and […]
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York’s maximum weekly unemployment insurance benefit will rise from $504 to $869 starting next week. The increase aims to provide greater relief amid the ongoing federal government shutdown, which has left thousands of workers without pay. Employers will also see savings—an average of $100 per employee—since they will no […]
New York’s new state budget includes the creation of a formal Office of Gun Violence Prevention (OGVP), centralizing efforts to reduce shootings and support victims. With $327 million allocated to gun-related initiatives, OGVP will coordinate with law enforcement and hospitals, manage grants, and launch public education campaigns. The move comes amid federal rollbacks of similar […]
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed New York’s $254.3 billion state budget after a five-week delay, touting funds for free school meals, family tax rebates, and a classroom phone ban. Democrats praised investments in education and job markets, while Republicans criticized it as wasteful and politically driven. Lawmakers also expressed frustration over the opaque negotiation process. The […]
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that over 8 million New Yorkers will receive inflation refund checks of up to $400 per family following a newly approved $254 billion state budget. Originally proposed in December, the rebates are funded by higher-than-expected sales tax revenue. While the timing remains uncertain, the payout is intended to alleviate financial pressure […]
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