'Wrong direction': Survey shows dismal outlook for New York City
A survey of New York City residents found that they are split in how they feel the city is headed as it continues to fight the coronavirus pandemic.
NY wedding venues sue Cuomo for same rights as restaurants amid coronavirus pandemic
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and other state officials have been hit with a class-action lawsuit filed on behalf of more than 1,000 wedding venues that are arguing for the right to be treated the same as restaurants, which are allowed to serve up to 50% of their maximum occupancy under the current executive order pertaining to coronavirus-related restrictions.
Dept. of Justice requests COVID-19 nursing home data from Gov. Cuomo
The Department of Justice is requesting data from New York Governor Andrew Cuomo in regard to the COVID-19 order that may have resulted in the deaths of elderly nursing home residents.
CDC issues new coronavirus testing guidelines
The CDC has issued new coronavirus guidelines that some say will put Americans at risk. Meanwhile, the Department of Justice is examining New York and New Jersey for COVID-19 nursing home deaths.
Positive coronavirus tests in NY below 1 percent for 15th day, hospitalizations hit new low
The rate of positive coronavirus tests in New York remained below 1 percent for the 15th straight day on Friday, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced in a statement.
Cuomo OKs clerical fixes on mail-in ballots, with a twist
New York state will now give voters a chance to correct missing signatures and other clerical errors so their absentee ballots can be counted.
Mail-in voting in New York
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed a new law allowing every New Yorker to vote by mail, if they want to, in November.
Cuomo brushes back report of care home death undercount
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo responded to an Associated Press report that his state’s coronavirus death toll in nursing homes could be a major undercount, saying it makes sense to include only those residents who died on the home’s property.
Even as coronavirus numbers in NYC hit all-time low, Cuomo, De Blasio urge caution
Officials are warning New Yorkers to keep their guard up and that despite New York City's sterling numbers, the coronavirus still hasn't gone away.
NYC COVID-19 infection rate
Officials are warning New Yorkers to keep their guard up and that despite New York City's sterling numbers, the coronavirus still hasn't gone away.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo book on COVID-19 response due out in October
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who has gained a national following through his management of the coronavirus pandemic, is writing a book that looks back on his experiences.
Cuomo to DNC: Trump's virus response shows leaders matter
In a prerecorded video, Cuomo addressed the opening night of the virtual Democratic National Convention late Monday.
Gyms to start reopening in New York, Cuomo says
Cuomo announced that gyms will be allowed to reopen for the first time since March.
Trump threatens to send feds to NYC to stop bloodshed
President Donald Trump is again threatening to send federal agents to New York City if local authorities don't stop a surge of violence that has left seven people dead and more than 50 people shot since Friday.
NY hits 7 million COVID-19 tests, positive tests remain under 1%
Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Sunday that 7 million COVID-19 tests have been conducted so far in New York and that the number of tests coming back positive remained under 1 percent for the ninth consecutive day.
Cuomo: COVID-19 hospitalizations in NY hit new low
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Saturday that coronavirus hospitalizations in the state have dropped to a new low since March 17.
Museums and aquariums in NYC, bowling alleys across NY get green light to reopen
New York City museums and aquariums, as well as bowling alleys across the state, are getting the green light to open again, while the state will soon release guidance for indoor gyms to reopen one day.
Gov. Cuomo expected to deliver guidance for gyms to reopen in NY
Last week, Governor Andrew Cuomo said going to a gym is a dangerous activity, but on Friday he announced that guidelines for fitness studios to reopen in New York would be released Monday.
Pop-up parties, large gatherings continue to defy social distancing rules
It's the opposite of what you want to see in the middle of a pandemic. Dozens of unmasked partiers crammed onto an MTA bus in Maspeth, Queens while smoking, dancing and ignoring social distancing rules. The MTA is now trying to track down the culprits behind the pop-up party.
Gov. Cuomo: Many school districts still need to submit full plan
The governor says about 1 in 7 New York school districts still haven't submitted a plan to the state for the opening of the new school year, now just weeks away.