Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, once a national figure during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, is set to face significant scrutiny as he appears before the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic. The subcommittee, which is examining governmental responses to the health crisis, will question Cuomo on Tuesday. Republican Critique and Cuomo’s…
While land conservation efforts began in the 19th century, it wasn’t until 1924 that an organized statewide agency was established. Now, in 2024, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (OPRHP), in partnership with WMHT, is celebrating its centennial with a new documentary titled “From Land to Legacy: 100 Years of…
A dense fog advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service as of Tuesday at 12:32 a.m. The advisory is in effect until 4:30 a.m. for several counties, including Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Cayuga, Oswego, Jefferson, Lewis, Erie, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, and Ontario. Residents in these areas should exercise caution while traveling, as visibility…
If you haven’t heard of The Haunted History Trail of New York State, now is the time to discover it! This guide is ideal for planning your Halloween adventures and immersing yourself in the state’s eerie history. Discover the Ivy League Psychic Academy: A Victorian Funeral Home with a Haunting Legacy Built in 1882 by…
Transit advocates, angered by Governor Kathy Hochul’s recent decision to pause congestion pricing, held a “day of action” on Sunday to underscore the pressing need for accessibility projects that the program was set to fund. Riders Alliance and Partner Organizations Rally for Accessibility The Riders Alliance joined forces with the Center for Independence of the…
Have you noticed the growing number of “extra fees” businesses are charging when you pay for various services? It seems like everything costs more today, and while inflation plays a significant role, many of us are frustrated by these additional, sometimes unexplained charges. Food Delivery Fees: A Growing Burden If you’ve used food delivery apps,…
Federal authorities are intensifying their investigation into a terror threat targeting New York’s Jewish community. A 20-year-old Pakistani national, Mohamed Shahzeb Kahn, inspired by ISIL, is in custody after allegedly planning a massive attack aimed at killing as many Jews as possible. Governor Hochul’s Response and Increased Vigilance Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Sunday that…
As a true crime buff with a keen interest in Investigation Discovery, Oxygen, and similar networks, you may have noticed that many true crime stories from New York are featured repeatedly across different shows. Here are nine notable instances where New York victims or crimes have been highlighted: 1. Twisted Killers – Overkilled (Season 1,…
A man in New York state with an extensive history of arrests has found himself in trouble once more. Authorities report that the 53-year-old Watervliet resident, who has been arrested 45 times, was recently apprehended after breaking into a local business and stealing several guns. The Controversy Over “Catch and Release” Policies This latest incident…
A former American Airlines mechanic has been sentenced to nine years in prison for his involvement in a smuggling operation that brought 10 bricks of cocaine from Jamaica to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport, the Department of Justice announced Friday. Paul Belloisi, 56, was convicted in May 2023 following a jury trial on…