Kathy Hochul’s pandering to the left this year might leave New York in a tough position.
As Governor Kathy Hochul embarks on her re-election campaign, she seems focused on navigating her challenging political landscape. It feels like she’s trying to balance appeasing the far-left faction while also winning over supporters of Mayor Zoran Mamdani, no matter how questionable some of his demands may be for the people of New York. There’s […]
Workers in California and New York are frustrated by their states’ choice to oppose the ‘No Tax on Tips’ rule established by the Trump administration.
California and New York Reject Federal Tip Tax Exemption States like California and New York, led by Democratic governance, are reportedly not adhering to the federal “tip tax exemption” introduced by the Trump administration earlier this year. This situation leaves tipped workers still obligated to pay state income taxes on their tips, regardless of the […]
Venezuela is detaining at least 5 Americans, one of whom is from New York.
A report indicates that at least five Americans, including a New Yorker, are currently detained in Venezuela. This comes in the wake of the Trump administration’s intensified military and economic pressure on the country. Among those imprisoned is James Lackey-Lange, a 28-year-old from Staten Island. He was sentenced for alleged false imprisonment, according to information […]
Michael Rapaport Launches Bid for New York Mayor to Face ‘Zohran the Moron’: ‘I’m Serious About This’
Actor Michael Rapaport has declared his intention to run for mayor of New York City in 2029. “I’m not messing around,” he said, highlighting concerns about the incoming mayor. During a recent episode of the i am rapaport stereo podcast, he stated, “I’m planning to run for mayor of New York in the next few […]
Food52, a popular New York City food company, has shut down while a competitor seeks to acquire it.
Food52 Files for Bankruptcy Amid Financial Struggles It seems like things have really taken a turn for the worse. Food52 Inc., the popular food and home decor company based in Brooklyn, has filed for bankruptcy protection this week after laying off numerous employees earlier in the month. This 16-year-old company lost its funding when its […]
New York mother thrown into the air by 70 mph winds
Wind Gusts Cause Disruption in Upstate New York In upstate New York on Monday, strong wind gusts were so fierce that they uprooted trees and knocked people off their feet, as seen in videos and reports. One particularly shocking video features Diane Miller from Hamburg. She opened the door to her daughter’s house just as […]
Tax on tips in New York uncertain
Tax Exemption on Tips Under New Law ROCHESTER, N.Y. — When the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” was enacted on July 4, it introduced a significant tax exemption for tips. This new law allows specific employees—like housekeepers, hairdressers, restaurant staff, and bartenders—to deduct qualified tips from customers, with a limit of $25,000 per year, effective […]
Mamdani hires attorney who represented al Qaeda operative as chief counsel in New York City.
New York City’s Mayor-elect Names Controversial Lawyer as Chief Counsel On Tuesday, Zoran Mamdani, the mayor-elect of New York City, revealed that he has chosen Ramzi Qassem, a lawyer known for defending controversial figures, as the city’s chief legal officer. Mamdani will officially take office on January 1. In addition to Qassem’s appointment, Mamdani also […]
AOC to give introductory comments at Zohran Mamdani’s New York City mayor inauguration
New York City Prepares for Mamdani’s Inauguration Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) is set to deliver opening remarks at Zoran Mamdani’s inauguration as New York City’s next mayor on January 1, according to the mayoral transition team. The transition team highlighted that Ocasio-Cortez’s involvement signifies a movement toward affordable policies and a fresh approach to governance […]
New York will increase overtime pay limits beginning January 1.
New Overtime Guidelines for New York Workers Starting on New Year’s Day, New York State plans to increase the overtime threshold for certain salaried employees. Those working in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County will need to earn a minimum of $1,275 per week, which translates to about $66,300 annually, in order to […]