The New York Fed's February consumer survey shows one‑year inflation expectations near 3%, but the survey closed before a recent oil‑price shock tied to the Iran conflict.

Zelenskiy says Kyiv dispatched interceptor drones and specialists to shield U.S. bases in Jordan after a U.S. request, offering battlefield expertise as leverage for air‑defense support.

Albany lawmakers are pushing to raise New York's bottle deposit to 10¢ and expand which drinks qualify for refunds.

A new state law lets experienced dental hygienists provide cleanings and preventive care in schools, clinics and long‑term care without a dentist on site. Regulators have until June 19, 2027 to write rules and stand up new certification pathways.

Rama Duwaji liked Instagram posts that appeared to celebrate the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attacks, according to reporting. City Hall says the mayor condemned the violence.

Wall Street investor Marty Dolan says he's mounting another Democratic primary bid against Rep. Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez in NY‑14, promising a better‑funded rematch.

Letitia James hailed a federal court victory that voided FEMA’s BRIC termination, but New York projects worth roughly $351 million are still waiting as states press for enforcement.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the Department of Buildings will advance new rules to force faster façade repairs and remove long‑standing sidewalk sheds, pointing to work at Highbridge Gardens.

Bruce Blakeman’s comments echoed the "Great Replacement" idea tied to the Buffalo supermarket attack, prompting sharp criticism from lawmakers and civil‑rights groups.

Postmaster General David Steiner warns the Postal Service could exhaust operating cash within a year without congressional relief. Lawmakers face choices on borrowing limits, pricing and pensions.

This filing season New York expanded the Empire State Child Credit and added reporting tied to last fall’s inflation refunds. File a state return and check any digital 1099‑G.

An appeals-court panel struck down parts of New York’s 2019 source-of-income law, a move that could make it harder for Section 8 and CityFHEPS renters to find homes. Advocates and officials are weighing next steps.

The state Commission on Prosecutorial Conduct has logged 479 complaints but issued only one public censure; advocates say staffing and slow processes are to blame.