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The omnibus bill, which lawmakers hope to pass in both chambers with just days before the legislative session’s end, is the first major prison accountability bill that is close to a vote after Brooks’ death last December at Marcy Correctional Facility near Utica.
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In a court order this week, Judge Daniel Lynch wrote that the state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision violated “the separation of powers” by temporarily suspending a law that sets limitations to the use of solitary confinement. -
A lot of people look forward to celebrating Independence Day with fireworks, but those booming explosions can make many pets startled and anxious. -
Goat grazing has become popular because goats can navigate the steep terrain, eradicate poison ivy, and leave behind natural fertilizer. -
The state estimates the bill will result in 1.5 million people losing health insurance. -
Albany lawmakers adjourned their annual session this month without adopting any legislation addressing immigration, even as federal authorities ratchet up deportation tactics. -
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s intent to build a nuclear power plant — the first in the U.S. in more than 15 years — has sparked near-instantaneous interest and acute concern among state lawmakers. -
Syracuse Deputy Mayor Sharon Owens and Albany's chief city auditor Dorcey Applyrs both claimed victory Tuesday in their city’s Democratic mayoral primaries. -
Turnout was lowest in Rochester and Syracuse, where just more — or less — than 18% of eligible voters cast ballots. -
New York City is headed toward a general election unlike any in recent memory. -
Gov. Kathy Hochul made the announcement Monday in Niagara County.
