Beginning this summer, SUNY will end COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all 64 campuses
The SUNY system announced the end of its emergency COVID-19 vaccine mandate for its 64 campuses on Tuesday. Read more »
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Syracuse University to join Northeast University Semiconductor Network
Syracuse University will join the Northeast University Semiconductor Network, fostered by Micron and the National Science Foundation. Read more »
SU joins Schumer, Micron's new chip workforce training network of over 20 institutions
Over 20 higher education institutions and stakeholders in the northeastern U.S. will join to facilitate workforce training for the semiconductor industry. Read more »
Breaking down what's stalling Hochul's budget after April 1 deadline passed
The Daily Orange broke down what's stalling the budget, including Hochul's plans for bail, housing and environmental policy. Read more »
Hochul, state assembly extend deadline to submit FY24 budget to April 10
On Monday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul submitted a bill to extend the deadline for the FY-24 budget to next Monday, April 10. Read more »
Sen. Chuck Schumer invites director of National Science Foundation to show CNY's potential
Sen. Chuck Schumer touted central New York's potential on Friday to Dr. Sethuraman Panchanathan, director of the National Science Foundation. Read more »
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s fiscal year budget, featuring bail changes, misses April 1 deadline
Gov. Kathy Hochul's proposed FY-2024 budget failed to pass by its April 1 deadline. The budget's proposed changes to state bail laws have caused backlash. Read more »
NYS to receive $100 million to expand high-speed internet access statewide
New York state Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the funding initiative, which aims to establish affordable broadband for up to 100,000 households. Read more »
New York state law professors reject Kathy Hochul's proposed bail reform in open letter
In a letter released Tuesday, law professors across the state rejected Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed changes to current NYS bail reform law. Read more »
Anthony Broadwater to receive $5.5 million settlement from New York state
New York state will pay the settlement to Broadwater, who was wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for 16 years for the 1981 rape of Alice Sebold. Read more »
Lawsuit against FDA, USDA seeks compensation for SNAP benefit skimming victims
The Legal Aid Society hopes to ensure that EBT card skimming crimes are handled similarly to old stolen food stamp coupons. Read more »
At Albany, InclusiveU representatives advocate for resources for students with disabilities
Members of Syracuse University's InclusiveU and others rallied in support of two bills that would fund pre-college preparation and transition programs. Read more »
State law protecting workers from employer retaliation over absences goes into effect
A New York state law which protects workers from employer retaliation against absences began Tuesday to protect family and sick leave for workers. Read more »
Gov. Kathy Hochul extends pandemic SNAP assistance, adds $234 million in funds
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s investment in additional food assistance will provide SNAP households with a supplement of at least $95 this month. Read more »
Gov. Kathy Hochul announces $1 billion plan to revamp state mental health care
The plan does not make any changes to New York's law that requires telehealth services to be conducted by a New York-licensed provider, which means college students can't access telehealth care from an out-of-state therapist. Read more »
Gov. Kathy Hochul presents New York state’s Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2024
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s 2024 FY budget is 2.4% greater than last year’s budget, focusing on safety, transportation, health, housing and education. Read more »
New York approves first CAURD licenses for sale of recreational cannabis
Housing Works became the first organization to legally sell cannabis in New York state. New York's Cannabis Control Board approved 36 CAURD licenses in November 2022, eight for nonprofit organizations and 28 for business owners who themselves have or whose relatives have a past cannabis-related conviction in NYS. Read more »
Closing Cazenovia College announces “Teach Out” transfer destinations for students
Syracuse University has not announced special transfer protocols for Cazenovia College students, despite 11 other surrounding colleges and universities announcing "Teach Out" partnerships for accepting transfers. Read more »
Kathy Hochul emphasizes legislative, economic wins at State of the State address
Hochul announced programs that will prioritize housing development, transportation, clean energy and public safety. Read more »
Cazenovia College to close before 200th anniversary amid financial issues
Cazenovia College announced it will permanently close its doors after the spring 2023 semester, citing financial issues as the main factor in the school's decision. Read more »
'We need real change, now’: Invest in Our New York Campaign kicks off
The rallies occurred in New York City, Albany and Mineola, although organizers said the issues are relevant across the state and in Syracuse. Read more »
Anthony Broadwater suing city, county amid stalled $50 million case against NYS
The complaint in Anthony Broadwater's lawsuit against the city of Syracuse and Onondaga County was unsealed on Tuesday on the heels of an affidavit mandating an answer from the defendants by Dec. 27. Read more »
Climate activists celebrate Hochul-backed crypto mining moratorium
The second part of the bill, Kelles said, enables the NYS DEC to conduct a full environmental impact assessment on the state’s ability to reach current climate goals. Read more »
After 2 days, the NY-22 election is still too close to call
Polls in September and October bounced between Conole and Williams, and now after two days, the race is still too close to call. Read more »
