New York State
Amber Alert Issued For Stephnie White, Teen Abducted In New York State
Stephnie White was abducted on Niagara Falls Boulevard in North Tonawanda at around 7 p.m. on February 15, police said.
Video of Rochester Police Pepper Spraying Girl Watched Over 2 Million Times
Protests have been held outside Rochester Police Department's headquarters after body camera footage of the incident was released on YouTube.
Rochester Protesters Topple Police Barricades Over 9-Year-Old Girl Sprayed
Despite heavy winter storms, protesters chanted "Black Lives Matter" and "No justice, no peace" while overturning barricades outside the police station.
68% in U.S. Oppose Trump Self-Pardon, 58% Support Twitter Banning Him: Poll
President Trump may be vulnerable to numerous federal charges that he could forestall by pardoning himself before leaving office.
GOP Sheriff Hopeful Claims He Won't Impose Laws Infringing on 'Liberties'
Steve Felano, the 35-year-old founder of 2ANYS, a gun rights advocacy group, announced his candidacy in Erie County, despite having no prior experience in law enforcement.
New York Mother Killed Trying to Rescue Girl From 'Controlling' Boyfriend
Franchelli Almonte, 36, was trying to help her friend's daughter, who was reportedly being held against her will in a North Side apartment.
Man Dies In Accidental Shooting At New York Gun Club
The 67-year-old victim was killed by the "accidental discharge of a firearm" at a Penfield gun club's firing range.
Progressives Press Top Democrat to Commit to Expanding Supreme Court
A group of progressive New York elected officials made the appeal to the Senate minority leader after the swearing in of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court.
New York Plastic Bag Ban—What You Need to Know
The ban on plastic bags in New York State can be enforced from today following a seven-month delay.
Are Bill De Blasio and Andrew Cuomo Targeting New York City's Jews?
It's time for a U.S. Department of Justice investigation.
Woman Assaults Boss Who Asked Her to Wear Mask at Work, Police Say
Tina Hoch was taken into custody after the incident at her workplace in the town of Sand Lake, New York.
New York Abuses the Legal System to Target The NR
Letitia James is performing an overtly political stunt.
State Police Rushed to Aid 75-Year-Old Knocked Down by Police
The elderly man was reported to be in a "stable but serious condition" while the two officers involved in the incident have been suspended without pay, Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown confirmed.
How Andrew Cuomo Sold out New York's Seniors
Governor Andrew Cuomo has disastrously mishandled nursing homes in New York state.
Andrew Cuomo Needs to Own Nursing Home COVID Deaths
Andrew Cuomo needs to fall on his sword when it comes to nursing home deaths in New York state.
Sanders Most Popular in New York State, But Bloomberg Leads in NYC: Poll
"Bernie is trouncing with younger voters and Mike has a commanding lead with older voters," said Siena poll spokesman Steve Greenberg.
Florida Man Caught With Loaded Gun at Airport for Second Time in 3 Weeks
Authorities say a Florida man was caught trying to bring a loaded gun past an airport security airport in upstate New York for the second time in three weeks.
Winter Storm Warning For New York With Record Cold Temperatures
A winter storm warning is in effect across Central and Western New York with a cold front bringing record cold temperatures and snowfall of more than 12 inches in some parts of the region.
National Rifle Association, New York Attorney General Square Off in Court
The two quarreled over whether the NRA had a right to review documents related to the attorney general's investigation into its tax-exempt status.
Massachusetts and New York Considering Proposal to Ban Flavored Cigarettes
In the wake of the ongoing vaping crisis, Massachusetts and New York have proposed legislation that will ban sales of menthol and mint flavored cigarettes statewide. But store owners are crying foul, saying it's wrong to ban products that aren't causing short term problems.
Retired Bishop Goes on Leave After Sex-Abuse Lawsuit Filed
A suit filed under New York's Child Victims Act claims Howard Hubbard used his position as a priest "to groom and to sexually abuse" a 16-year-old in the mid-1990s.
New Law Could Open Floodgates on Child Sex Abuse in Jehovah's Witnesses
Critics claim Jehovah's Witnesses leaders have turned a blind eye to "massive and horrendous abuse" for years.
New York Law Lifts Statute of Limitations on Child Sex Abuse Claims
"I hope this law improves public safety and gives victims their day in court," says New York state Senator Brad Hoylman, author of the Child Victims Act. "It's more than about money—it's about about being recognized by court of law for suffering."
How Hot Will It Get This Weekend? Excessive Heat Temperatures Expected
The National Weather Service has urged the public to stay safe in the excessive heat.
New York Passes Law to Release President Trump's Tax Returns
"New York lawmakers are providing a new avenue for the House Ways and Means Committee to obtain these crucial financial documents. As soon as this bill becomes law, all Chairman Neal will have to do is ask," a progressive advocacy group stated.
New Gold Star Family Free Tuition Bill Introduced in NY
"We can't make up for the loss of the parent, but we can at least make sure they get the college education they deserve," said New York state Senator John Brooks of his bill.
Doctor Won't Let Anti-Vax Kids in His Office
Dr. Albert Karam of Texas told Newsweek that banning unvaccinated patients from his office was an act of duty to the vulnerable children he treats.
N.Y. Bill Would Let Teens Make Decisions on Vaccines
The bill, if passed into law, would allow minors over 14 in New York to receive vaccinations without parental approval.
Black Teacher Alleges Years of Racial Discrimination
Teacher Andrea Bryan is suing the Commack School District in New York State over years of alleged racial discrimination and harassment from some of her colleagues and students.
Bear Cub Euthanized After Woman Gets Scratched
Officials were worried the bear may have had rabies.