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Hochul launches assessment of N.Y. state Office of Cannabis Management
March 18, 2024, 12:54 pm | Source
A 30-day review aims to find improvements.

EPA bans asbestos, a deadly carcinogen still in use decades after a partial ban was enacted
March 18, 2024, 11:35 am | Source
The carcinogen is still used in some chlorine bleach, brake pads and other products and kills thousands of Americans every year.

Crafts retailer Joann files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
March 18, 2024, 10:41 am | Source
Joann's more than 800 stores and its website will continue to operate normally during the bankruptcy process

AAA offers advice for drivers as pothole season returns to New York
March 18, 2024, 8:07 am | Source
The average cost to repair your car after hitting a pothole last year was $406, according to AAA.

Oswego hoping to shine during total eclipse
March 18, 2024, 8:04 am | Source
The city is making the total eclipse a weekend celebration.

'Mothership' kicks off state budget negotiations in Albany as Heastie addresses alleged relationship with lobbyist
March 18, 2024, 7:49 am | Source
Legislative leaders meet to kick off budget negotiations as Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie addresses reported romantic involvement with a lobbyist

Parents of hostage kidnapped by Hamas visit New York state Capitol to raise awareness
March 18, 2024, 7:42 am | Source
Orna and Ronen's son, Omer, was kidnapped on Oct. 7.

New York lawmakers consider social media algorithm restriction involving children
March 18, 2024, 7:31 am | Source
Lawmakers continue to consider restricting kids access to social media feeds that utilize predictive algorithms.

Biden to sign executive order aimed at advancing study of women's health
March 18, 2024, 7:21 am | Source
Women make up half the population, but their health is underfunded and understudied.

Hotel union wants unemployment benefits boost in N.Y. budget
March 18, 2024, 6:30 am | Source
The push comes as the governor and legislature are busy negotiating the final details of New York's multi-billion dollar state budget financial plan.

Judge rules Buffalo mass shooting civil suit against social media companies can move forward
March 18, 2024, 6:20 am | Source
The decision was made on Monday.

N.Y. Senate budget provision would allow restaurants, bars to buy from liquor stores
March 18, 2024, 6:03 am | Source
If adopted into the final state budget, the change would allow restaurants to avoid costly distributor fees for some liquor purchases.

Alternative paths to homebuying industry gain traction among high school students
March 18, 2024, 6:00 am | Source
Students are exploring alternative paths to enter the real estate industry through hands-on experiences and vocational training.

Trump unable to secure bond in $464M N.Y. civil fraud case, attorneys say
March 18, 2024, 5:09 am | Source
The attorneys said that securing enough of a bond to halt the proceedings while Trump appeals is "a practical impossibility."

Breezy and cold with scattered snow showers tonight
March 18, 2024, 5:00 am | Source
Spring may start Tuesday, but it's definitely feeling more like winter this week.

A look inside three of Rochester's newest hot spots
March 18, 2024, 3:59 am | Source
Three new spots in Rochester have opened their doors to the community including a pizza place, and two unique bars in historic locations.

New details emerge of sexual assault allegation against Mayor Adams
March 18, 2024, 3:40 am | Source
The serious accusations come at a pivotal time for the mayor, whose 2021 mayoral campaign is under investigation by federal prosecutors.

Report: New York business owners found new opportunities despite COVID's obstacles
March 18, 2024, 3:34 am | Source
The comptroller says the state ranked high among new businesses in 2021.

Cornell student creates snack to help with period cramps
March 18, 2024, 3:21 am | Source
A Cornell student is helping women with menstrual cramps by creating a Middle Eastern snack that helps alleviate the pain.

Ithaca Carshare back in business after long pause
March 18, 2024, 1:51 am | Source
It took a state law to finally allow the nonprofit to reopen after losing its insurance last year.

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