Hochul talks cellphone ban, working with Mamdani, raising taxes, MTA and SNAP | WATCH
New York’s cellphone ban is showing strong early results, and Gov. Hochul says the data supports her push to address a growing youth mental health crisis.
Is Mamdani helping Hochul's chances in the NY governor's race?
Polling suggests New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has a major lead over her opponents for the state's gubernatorial race.
Hochul and Mamdani talk funding cuts, childcare amid possible Trump crackdown on NYC
Governor Hochul and Mayor-elect Mamdani met in Manhattan to plan how New York will handle Trump’s threats, funding cuts, and the fight for universal child care.
Hochul gives order for NY agencies to issue SNAP benefits
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced New York state agencies will issue full federal SNAP benefits for November.
Rep. Elise Stefanik announces run for New York governor: 'New generation of leadership'
Hailed by President Donald Trump as "a star," Stefanik rose to national prominence for her defense of Trump during his impeachment hearings.
Elise Stefanik expected to announce run for NY governor
Gov. Kathy Hochul faces potential challenges from Stefanik, Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado, and Bruce Blakeman as polls suggest more than half of New York voters want a new governor in 2026.
NY SNAP benefits: What to know about possible delays during shutdown
Millions could see food assistance delayed in Nov. as the federal shutdown drags on. Here's what Gov. Kathy Hochul says the state is doing to keep food pantries stocked.
Trump's threat after Hochul endorses Mamdani: 'No reason to be sending good money'
President Donald Trump has weighed in on New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's endorsement of Zohran Mamdani in the NYC mayor's race.
Meet Frankie Focus, new mascot for phone-free schools in NY
Meet Frankie Focus, New York's new mascot for phone-free schools.
Eligible NY homeowners to receive $350-$1.5K tax relief checks this summer: How to apply
Nearly three million New Yorkers will receive $2.2 billion in tax relief this summer and early fall through the STAR program. Here's how to apply.
Siena College Poll shows New Yorkers prefer 'someone else' over Hochul
A new Siena College Poll of New York State registered voters released today shows the majority of voters would prefer not to re-elect New York Governor Kathy Hochul.
New Yorkers to get $2B in inflation refund checks
New legislation signed by New York Governor Kathy Hochul includes sending inflation refund checks to over 8 million New Yorkers.
NY state budget includes cellphone ban for students during school day
As part of the newly passed state budget, Governor Kathy Hochul is implementing a statewide ban on student cellphone use during the entire school day, beginning this fall.
Gov. Hochul announces tentative deal on $250B NY state budget
The budget will include an increase in payroll taxes on large companies to fully fund the MTA's capital plan, and introduce a bell-to-bell cell phone ban for most students during the school day.
Federal memo leaked in court filing admits weak legal strategy in NYC congestion pricing case
The 11-page document calls the legal arguments against congestion pricing “very unlikely" to succeed and admits the litigation poses a “considerable risk."
NY Gov. Hochul meets with Trump in Washington
New York Governor Kathy Hochul met with former President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., Friday morning to address heated issues, including congestion pricing, immigration, and infrastructure.
NY Gov. Hochul, Pres. Trump to meet Friday: Here's why
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to visit Washington D.C. on Friday to meet with President Donald Trump, where the two will discuss a few topics, like congestion pricing and Penn Station.
New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado will not run for re-election with Gov. Hochul
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado confirmed on Monday that he will not run for re-election on the ticket with Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026. Delgado, who was appointed to the role in 2022, said he will serve out his current term, which runs until January 2027.
Gov. Hochul declines to remove Adams from office, outlines actions to strengthen oversight over Adams, NYC
Hochul has been closely monitoring the situation, citing concerns about Adams’ reliance on the Trump administration to resolve the case, which she believes could compromise his political integrity.
Trump moves to end NYC congestion pricing, but Hochul fights back: What happens next?
"I don't care if you love congestion pricing or hate it, this is an attack on our sovereign identity, our independence, from Washington," NY Gov. Hochul said.