Should New York’s $270B pension fund let go of Wall Street?
The Candidate for New York’s Chief Money Manager A candidate vying for the role of Chief Money Manager in New York has announced plans to pull the state’s extensive pension fund—currently the third largest in the US—away from Wall Street firms. Drew Warshaw is in the race for New York State Secretary, a position that […]
Troubling Developments for New York’s Overburdened Power Grid Amid Upcoming Green Building Requirements
Energy policy experts and some state officials indicate that New York is preparing to mandate that new buildings utilize electricity as their primary energy source. Starting in January 2026, the “All Electric Construction Law” will require most new constructions to mainly rely on electricity and prohibit gas appliances, with certain exceptions. Utility companies in New […]
New York’s ‘Defund The Police’ Democrats Unexpectedly Show Support for Officers
After the recent shooting incident at a Manhattan office building, several notable Democratic figures have re-evaluated their stance on police support. The attack resulted in four fatalities, including Didalle Islam, a 36-year-old NYPD officer and a father of two with a third child on the way. He had been working as a security guard for […]
Closed Albany restaurant favored by New York’s elite and politicians will reopen as a private social club.
Albany Restaurant Set to Reopen as Exclusive Dining Club Albany Restaurant, a long-standing establishment catering to New York’s political elite, plans to relaunch as a private member dining club in late 2025. Previously known as La Serre, the restaurant shut its doors in 2020, unable to recover from the impacts of the Covid-19 lockdown. Founder […]
New York’s three leading Democrats are staying out of the spotlight regarding Mamdani: George Pataki
Pataki Critiques NYC Democratic Leaders for Lack of Support on Mayoral Candidate Former New York Governor George Pataki accused the state’s leading Democratic figures of being evasive regarding their support for mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. During a recent broadcast, he expressed that Governor Kathy Hochul, Senator Chuck Schumer, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are, […]
Writers Guild urges New York’s attorney general to look into Colbert cancellation and Trump ‘bribe’
The Writers Guild of America, representing writers from both the East and West coasts, has reached out to New York Attorney General Letitia James, urging her to investigate CBS’s decision to cancel “Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” The guild is looking into whether or not writers from the Colbert show would be included in this […]
Understanding New York’s seldom-used fortune-telling law
New York Law Targets Fortune Telling Scams A troubling trend has emerged this week as several high-profile scams involving self-described fortune tellers captured media attention. These cases have highlighted obscure New York state laws designed to combat predatory practices within the realm of fortune telling. The intention behind this legislation is to safeguard individuals from […]
Rep. Wesley Hunt investigates the number of New York’s 670,000 undocumented immigrants using Medicaid
Texas Representative Questions New York on Medicaid for Illegal Immigrants Texas Rep. Wesley Hunt has reached out to New York Governor Kathy Hochul regarding the state’s Medicaid benefits potentially extended to an estimated 670,000 illegal immigrants. On Monday, Hunt sent a letter to Hochul, expressing his concerns about how New York handles Medicaid under certain […]
Companies and environmental advocates aim to halt New York’s Empire Wind One offshore wind initiative
It’s uncharted territory out there. In an unusual collaboration, businesses and environmentalists are coming together in court to protest a significant offshore project in New York, claiming it threatens both commercial fishing and local marine ecosystems. “A decade ago, we warned about the effects on fishermen and fisheries, but the state ignored us,” stated Bonnie […]
Indigenous group opposes New York’s logo ban in public schools: ‘Important part of American culture’
Native American Organization Challenges Ban on Tribal Names in New York Schools A Native American organization, the Native American Guardians Association, is now actively opposing New York’s prohibition on tribal-themed names and logos in public schools. They recently filed a provisional injunction against the State Affairs Committee, expressing frustration about how Native culture is being […]