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S&P 500 Surges to Start the Year – The New York Times

This year has gotten off to a rocky start for the stock market. The S&P 500, one of the world’s most widely followed stock indexes, rose more than 10% in the first three months of 2024, buoyed by 22 new record highs. About 40% of index constituents are trading above their 12-month-old level. And even […]

New York assembly speaker says ‘raising penalties’ isn’t a ‘deterrent’ for criminals, rejects governor’s plan to curb retail theft

New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie (D) said Tuesday that “increased penalties” will not be a “deterrent” to criminals. new york post report. Heastie rejected Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul’s plan to curb shoplifting and assaults on retail workers by increasing sentencing. Hochul called for tougher penalties for violent shoplifters as part of the state […]

CBS New York anchor Dana Tyler gives tearful sign off after 34 years

Longtime WCBS-TV evening news anchor Dana Tyler gave an emotional and tearful farewell on her last newscast in more than 30 years. “This is my last newscast. This is my last 6 o’clock news with you here on Channel 2. It’s my last day on Channel 2. I’ve been here 34 years.” Tyler said Wednesday. […]

New York budget likely to be late again as disputes continue

New York lawmakers are on track to miss state budget deadlines as negotiations over housing and education funding continue, a senior administration official said Wednesday. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins ​​told reporters that there is an April 1 deadline to adopt a new state budget, but that the Legislature is expected to grant an extension […]