President Trump has tapped Scott Socha, a Delaware North hospitality executive, to lead the National Park Service. Conservation groups warn the pick raises conflict and staffing concerns.

Albany lawmakers want to tweak the Foundation Aid formula and add roughly $1B to NYC schools — a push that collides with NAEP gains in some lower‑spending states.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has stepped back from expanding CityFHEPS rental vouchers, citing a tightened budget and legal questions — leaving advocates and a pending suit to press for answers.

A Chapter 11 filing by North Star Health Alliance has put Carthage and Ogdensburg hospitals under court supervision, and State Sen. Gustavo Rivera warned the move exposes deeper funding problems.

Lawmakers pressed health officials after a hearing revealed about $1.4B in managed‑care tax revenue has been collected but not yet passed to providers. The delay has hospitals and clinics demanding answers.

New York City officials face scrutiny over the handling of homeless individuals during recent freezing weather, with deaths prompting debate over involuntary removal policies and city services.

NYPD Commissioner Tisch's plan divides the Bronx into two patrol commands to add about 200 officers to tackle persistent crime, amidst concerns over the reallocation of existing staff and the need for community engagement.

A surprise Trump video at the Garden City GOP convention touted Bruce Blakeman’s law-and-order record and shifted the spotlight to his bid for governor. The clip amplifies Republican unity but intensifies the contrast with Democrats.

NYC Mayor Mamdani urges state lawmakers in Albany for fiscal autonomy, advocating for tax increases on the wealthy to address a $12.6 billion budget deficit.

Mayor Mamdani is sending officials into every borough to collect renters’ complaints about hidden fees, mold and unsafe conditions. Testimony will inform a report and enforcement steps.

Gov. Kathy Hochul extended a disaster emergency in Bronx and New York counties through Feb. 12 as a nurses’ strike strains local hospitals and prompts contingency staffing.

Eric Adams, former New York City mayor, agreed to a $4,000 fine after the city’s Conflicts of Interest Board ruled he misused a public press event to attack political rival Andrew Cuomo.

Gov. Hochul hosted a roundtable supporting the Local Cops, Local Crimes Act to keep NY police focused on local issues, not federal immigration enforcement.