Crypto interests are lobbying Gov. Kathy Hochul to veto a groundbreaking bill that would temporarily halt new crypto-mining projects at fossil-fuel burning plants. Source: New York Times
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What to Watch for as Hochul and Top Rivals Meet in N.Y. Governor Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 7, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul will be a target for Rep. Tom Suozzi and Jumaane Williams in the first of two debates featuring the three leading Democrats. Source: New York Times
New York Officials Fear Supreme Court Ruling Will Mean More Gun Crime
By Gotham Rex on June 6, 2022
The Supreme Court is expected to rule on — and possibly overturn — a century-old law that allows local officials great discretion over who can carry a handgun. Source: New York Times
Adams, Hailed on the National Stage, Finds Frustration Closer to Home
By Gotham Rex on June 3, 2022
Mayor Eric Adams faced a bumpy first round in pushing his agenda in Albany, particularly when it came to his education goals. Source: New York Times
Chris Jacobs Drops Re-Election Bid After Bucking His Party on Guns
By Gotham Rex on June 3, 2022
Representative Chris Jacobs, whose district includes Buffalo suburbs, abandoned his campaign after his support for a federal assault weapons ban caused a G.O.P. backlash. Source: New York Times
New York Tightens Its Strict Gun Laws in Democratic Show of Force
By Gotham Rex on June 2, 2022
State lawmakers passed a package of gun-safety bills, and were set to approve measures to broaden abortion protections as their 2022 session drew to a close. Source: New York Times
What Happens When an Autistic Teenager Becomes Unmanageable at Home?
By Gotham Rex on June 1, 2022
Unpredictable violence, chaotic outbursts and countless trips to the emergency room. What happens when an autistic teenager becomes unmanageable at home? Source: New York Times
From Gun Laws to Abortion, 5 Issues for N.Y. Legislators as Session Ends
By Gotham Rex on May 31, 2022
A move to raise the minimum age to buy AR-15-style weapons is among several hot-button issues still to be resolved in Albany before the session ends. Source: New York Times
Gov. Hochul Stockpiles Donations, as Rivals Struggle to Keep Pace
By Gotham Rex on May 30, 2022
Real estate, unions and crypto interests were among the donors to Ms. Hochul. Here are five takeaways from the money battle in New York’s race for governor. Source: New York Times
Trump’s Lawsuit Against Letitia James Is Dismissed
By Gotham Rex on May 27, 2022
Mr. Trump had argued that an inquiry by the attorney general, Letitia James, violated his constitutional rights. It was his second legal loss in two days. Source: New York Times
New York A.G. Can Question Trump Under Oath, Appeals Court Rules
By Gotham Rex on May 26, 2022
The judges unanimously rejected the former president’s appeal of an earlier ruling that ordered him and two of his adult children to testify in a civil investigation into his family business. Source: New York Times
New York Will Allow Adult Victims to Revive Decades-Old Sex Abuse Claims
By Gotham Rex on May 23, 2022
The State Legislature passed a bill that would give adult victims one year to bring lawsuits. Gov. Kathy Hochul said she would sign the bill. Source: New York Times
Biaggi Seeks to Block Sean Patrick Maloney’s Chosen Path to Re-election
By Gotham Rex on May 23, 2022
Mr. Maloney, who leads the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, upset some Democrats by opting to run in a district currently represented by a Black congressman. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Governor Candidates Flood the Airwaves With $20 Million in Ads
By Gotham Rex on May 23, 2022
With the June 28 primary fast approaching, candidates for governor are spending big to get their message out to voters. Source: New York Times
Hochul’s Lt. Governor Pick Says He Is Afro-Latino. Some Latinos Object.
By Gotham Rex on May 21, 2022
The three major Democrats running to become New York’s second-in-command have Latino roots, but Antonio Delgado’s claim to the heritage is being challenged. Source: New York Times