Gov. Kathy Hochul issued orders to strengthen the state’s “red-flag” law and create new units to target violent extremism online, following the Buffalo shooting that left 10 dead. Source: New York Times
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For Hochul, Shooting in Buffalo Is a Hometown Tragedy
By Gotham Rex on May 18, 2022
The governor grew up in the Buffalo suburbs and lives in the city now. The shooting has taken on political overtones in the 2022 race for governor of New York. Source: New York Times
In Buffalo, Biden Denounces ‘Domestic Terrorism’
By Gotham Rex on May 18, 2022
The president acknowledged that it would be difficult to persuade Congress to act on restricting guns. Source: New York Times
Lawmakers in Albany Consider How to Make Tight Gun Laws Even Tighter
By Gotham Rex on May 17, 2022
Measures would institute new requirements for gun dealers, including better record keeping and increased staff training. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Recommends but Doesn’t Mandate Masks
By Gotham Rex on May 17, 2022
City health officials urged New Yorkers to wear medical masks indoors and to take other precautions. Source: New York Times
The Abortion Safe Haven New York Advocates Envision
By Gotham Rex on May 13, 2022
New York legalized abortion before Roe v. Wade was decided, attracting out-of-state patients seeking the procedure. Now, the state is preparing for a new wave of patients if the ruling is overturned. Source: New York Times
Pot Sellers Ponder Going Legal
By Gotham Rex on May 12, 2022
Becoming a taxpaying, regulated business has its downsides for marijuana wholesalers that have operated illegally until now. Source: New York Times
In New York, Two Ascending Political Stars Collide
By Gotham Rex on May 9, 2022
Mayor Eric Adams and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who represent divergent wings of the fractured Democratic Party, have not spoken one-on-one in nearly a year. Source: New York Times
Taxpayers May Foot Bill for Penn Station Revitalization, Report Says
By Gotham Rex on May 9, 2022
New York State wants to rebuild the transit hub in Midtown Manhattan and pay for the improvements through a larger real estate development. Source: New York Times
Gov. Kathy Hochul Tests Positive for Covid
By Gotham Rex on May 8, 2022
The New York governor’s exposure comes as the state battles yet another variant that is more transmissible than previous versions of the virus. Source: New York Times
New York Lawmakers Vow to Protect Abortion Access
By Gotham Rex on May 4, 2022
Democratic leaders said they were working to solidify New York as a safe haven for women seeking reproductive care. Source: New York Times
Hochul Chooses a Congressman Who Has Won in a Swing District
By Gotham Rex on May 4, 2022
Antonio Delgado will replace Brian Benjamin as the governor’s running mate in the upcoming Democratic primary. Source: New York Times
Hochul Chooses Antonio Delgado as New Lieutenant Governor
By Gotham Rex on May 3, 2022
Mr. Delgado is also expected to serve as Gov. Kathy Hochul’s running mate in her campaign for a full term leading New York this year, replacing former Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin. Source: New York Times
Brian Benjamin Won’t Be on the New York Ballot After All
By Gotham Rex on May 2, 2022
Lawmakers have passed legislation that would allow individuals who have been arrested or indicted to be removed from state ballots. Source: New York Times
New York City Enters Higher Coronavirus Risk Level as Case Numbers Rise
By Gotham Rex on May 2, 2022
The city moved into the medium risk level, known as yellow, as it sees a troubling increase in cases and the mayor weighs bringing back some restrictions. Source: New York Times