New York State News
Foreclosures spike in Upstate NY: Metros among those with biggest jumps in U.S. in 2023
Two Upstate New York metros were in the top 10 nationwide.
People to know in NY cannabis: Ellis Soodak
Ellis Soodak owns Verdi, Chelsea’s first licensed dispensary. He answered eight simple questions for NY Cannabis Insider’s “People to know” series.
VP Elise Stefanik? Trump effectively auditioning potential running mates
Trump is expected to receive the nomination after winning in Iowa and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis left the race.
License everyone ready to open legal cannabis dispensaries to compete with illicit stores (Guest Column)
Guest columnist Joe Rossi of Park Strategies writes that New York’s Cannabis Control Board needs to reconsider the number of licenses it will issue at its upcoming board meeting.
Trump may testify in sex abuse defamation trial, but court limits what he can say
A different jury found last year that Trump sexually abused E. Jean Carroll.
Gov. Hochul’s proposed budget shows some restraint, for a change (Editorial Board Opinion)
NY governor holds the line on taxes and spending while investing in AI, workforce training and bolstering state reserves.
NY Cannabis Insider’s week in legal weed for Jan. 20, 2024
We published stories about Gov. Hochul’s cannabis proposals, Astoria’s first legal dispensary and more.
Six indicted for knocking off 130 stores in multi-state scheme that targeted New York
The defendants stole from 71 Lowe’s and 59 Home Depots in 13 states, authorities said.
Onondaga County Republican leader won’t seek new term in 2024
Local GOP will elect a new party chair in February.
Hochul’s campaign reports raising $6.4 million in latest bonanza, fueled by wealthy donors
Hochul has proven to be a fearsome collector of campaign cash.
Stefanik to join Trump in New Hampshire as VP rumors swirl
Stefanik was the first member of Congress to endorse Trump’s bid for reelection in 2023.
Upstate NY postal worker admits stealing cash, gift cards from mail
She faces up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
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