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The agency recently halted a weather balloon launch in Albany, which forecasters relied on for up-to-date weather data. Experts say that could put New Yorkers at risk during the next storm.
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Farmers count on small amounts of money to make improvements to boost farm viability and even the larger community. -
President Trump's border czar joined state Republicans in Albany on Wednesday to criticize New York's Green Light Law and express support for Laken's Law. -
Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to send $300 checks to most New Yorkers. Legislative leaders say they favor a more “targeted” approach. -
In meetings with Russia, the U.S. has not invited Ukraine or European countries, throwing the trajectory of the war into question. -
The wildcat strike led to lockdowns, National Guard deployments and at least seven prisoner deaths. -
The senator is urging the Trump administration to approve a poultry vaccine and provide transparency in tracking the outbreak.
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In a pair of rulings Thursday, judges ordered federal agencies to reinstate thousands of workers who were recently fired. In both cases, the judges said the mass firings appear illegal.
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Iranian officials met with Chinese and Russian counterparts in Beijing on Friday to coordinate their positions on nuclear and other issues.
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