The next time you are planning to release balloons into the sky as a memorial, you might want to think twice. Is it illegal to release balloons in New York State?
Upstate NY lawmakers Elise Stefanik and Nick Langworthy urge Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to take stronger action against wildfires sending smoke into New York, sparking air quality alerts and health concerns.
A viral claim about a new “no touch” phone law in New York has drivers confused. Here’s what’s true, what’s not, and what New Yorkers still need to know.
Sometimes it feels like we can't catch a break this summer. We finally have beautiful sunny, warm weather and it gets ruined by either Canadian wildfire smoke, or now - algae blooms.
The 2025 NY State Fair is launching a new emergency alert system to deliver real-time weather and security updates. Learn how to sign up and what new safety upgrades are in place.