New York State
New York State has launched a new online portal to help families access affordable child care. Governor Kathy Hochul introduced the portal to address the state’s child care crisis, making it easier for families to apply for assistance and find suitable providers. The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) covers 90% of child care costs for […]
DMV kicks off its annual underage drinking at summer events like concerts and festivals throughout New York State by checking for fake IDs. DMV Investigators will be working with the State Liquor Authority, State and local law enforcement at different locations and venues. If anyone under the age of 21 is found with a fake […]
The University of Rochester School Medical Center and Rochester School of Nursing have announced a three-year extension of their UR Nursing Scholars Program, now continuing through the summer of 2027. This initiative offers a tuition-free education in the Accelerated Bachelor’s in Nursing program. Due to the extension, an additional 300 scholarships will be available to […]
New York’s Summer EBT program opens applications on July 1, providing $120 per school-aged child monthly for groceries during summer. Eligible families include those already on SNAP, Temporary Assistance, or reduced-price school meals, with others needing to apply online. Applications require a NY.gov ID and details about each child and household member. Funds expire 122 […]
New York State Medicaid now covers doula services for eligible pregnant, birthing, and postpartum individuals, aiming to improve maternal health outcomes. Doulas offer crucial support by advocating for clients, assisting with pain management, and reducing the need for C-sections, thereby enhancing the overall birthing experience for both mother and baby. Dr. Elizabeth Bostock of Rochester […]
The New York state Legislature has passed a bill aimed at protecting children from addictive social media feeds by allowing parents to block algorithm-suggested posts. Governor Kathy Hochul is expected to sign the bill into law. The legislation, which addresses concerns about social media’s impact on children’s mental health, would prevent platforms from showing suggested […]
This summer, the East Coast may see the arrival of the giant Joro spider, Trichonephila clavata, originating from East Asia. Known for their striking yellow and blue-black colors, these spiders have stirred concerns about an invasion in New York City and New Jersey. Female Joro spiders can grow up to four inches and spin large, […]
The New York State Senate and Assembly have passed a bill mandating warning signs in stores that sell or repair firearms. These signs inform customers that having a firearm at home significantly increases risks of suicide, lethal domestic violence, and accidental deaths, especially involving children. The warning message emphasizes the heightened danger and provides the […]
The New York State Education Department has awarded $34 million in expansion grants to 64 school districts for pre-kindergarten programs for the 2024-25 school year. This funding aims to support a 180-day pre-k program. Local districts benefiting from these grants include Gananda Central School District ($434,230), Livonia Central School District ($356,622), Medina Central School District […]
New York’s EBT system will experience a temporary shutdown on May 19, 2024, from midnight to 11 a.m., to facilitate a system transition. This outage will affect all EBT cardholders in New York, preventing them from using their cards for food and cash transactions during this period. Additionally, the customer service helpline, app, and online […]