Tag: State
Explaining New York state's progress on cannabis legalization
Since the 2021 state-wide legalization of recreational cannabis usage, New York has continued with restrictive cannabis policy. Read More »
AccessCNY, Arc of Onondaga call for increased funding amid inflation
AccessCNY supports around 2,400 people in New York state with disability and mental health diagnoses amid struggles to pay its workers. Read More »
Supreme Court declines to hear case challenging Hochul's conceal carry legislation
The Supreme Court declined to hear Antonyuk v. James on Monday, leaving key provisions of New York’s Concealed Carry Improvement Act in place. Read More »
N.Y. Public Interest Research Group continues environmental efforts in Syracuse
Since the New York Public Interest Research Group was founded in 1976, the non-profit has made significant progress in climate change. Read More »
President Trump asks NY Rep. Stefanik to return to Congress
President Donald Trump is withdrawing his bid for New York congresswoman Elise Stefanik to serve as ambassador to the United Nations. Read More »
CNY policymakers react to President Trump’s DOEd shutdown
NYS politicians condemned Trump’s order to dismantle the Department of Education, warning it will negatively impact students and teachers. Read More »
Gov. Hochul encourages federal cooperation, support for New York AI development
Gov. Hochul released a statement regarding the CHIPS act and Micron deal following President Trump’s accusations of “wasteful” AI spending. Read More »
NY officials react to Trump's Congress address, potential CHIPS Act cuts
New York state elected officials expressed their concerns after Trump said he intends to limit or revoke CHIPS act. Read More »
Hochul recognizes February as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Gov. Kathy Hochul declared February as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, with February 11 marked by landmarks lit in orange. Read More »
NY Sen. Gillibrand responds to Trump's planned executive order for terminating DOEd
Following Trump’s plans to eliminate the Department of Education, NY Sen. Gillibrand said she'll do everything in her power to protect it. Read More »
Hochul signs legislation to protect abortion, reproductive rights
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation allowing abortion providers to use the name of their practice instead of their personal name. Read More »
Explaining lake-effect snow ahead of CNY's latest storm
Syracuse is expecting heavy lake effect snow, a localized weather phenomenon caused by cold air moving over warmer lake waters. Read More »
Hochul reveals free tuition plan for students entering microchip industry
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed a $47 million plan offering free tuition to community college students entering the microchip industry. Read More »
Hochul announces $252 billion executive budget for 2025
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul presented her $252 billion executive budget Tuesday, aiming to strike living costs for New Yorkers. Read More »
SUNY schools to require added civic discourse, information literacy curriculum
SUNY schools are requiring civic discourse information and info literacy to be added to their curriculums. Read More »
Syracuse mayoral race, Stefanik replacement special election set for 2025
With the start of 2025, the highly-anticipated mayoral race in Syracuse has started to heat up. Syracuse mayor Ben Walsh is unable to run due to reaching his two term limit, opening the door for multiple candidates. Read More »
Onondaga County DA appointed as special prosecutor in Robert Brooks case
William Fitzpatrick has been appointed as Onondaga County’s district attorney in the special investigation of Robert Brooks’ death. Read More »
Editor's picks: The top news stories of 2024
2024 saw many changes to Syracuse University and the local community. The Daily Orange's news staff compiled the year's most impactful stories. Read More »
Companies to pay for climate change-related damages under state law
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a law requiring carbon-emitting companies to pay for climate change-driven damages across the state. Read More »
JMA Wireless receives $44 million from CHIPS grant
JMA Wireless was awarded a $44 million federal grant as part of the CHIPS and Science Act, Senate Majority leader Chuck Schumer. Read More »
3rd candidate announces special election campaign for Stefanik seat
Blake Gendebien formally announced his intention to run in the upcoming special election for New York state’s 21st Congressional District. Read More »
Schumer announces $6.1 Billion grant toward Micron expansion
The United States Department of Commerce has approved a $6.1 billion grant to support Micron Technology’s expansion in New York state. Read More »
Onondaga Nation to restore sacred creek after colonial theft, pollution
The Onondaga Nation is working to clear Onondaga Creek and its brook trout population after over 100 years of pollution. Read More »