Overhaul Of NYS Driver Point System To Come Into Effect Early 2026
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is overhauling the point system it uses to penalize drivers and the changes could impact you significantly.
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USDA Chief Says ‘Everyone’ Will Have to Reapply for SNAP Benefits After Claiming Rampant Fraud
The head of the US Department of Agriculture said the Trump administration is planning to have “everyone” receiving SNAP benefits reapply after a probe into a bulk of Republican-led states allegedly found 186,000 cases of fraud.
SNAP Benefits to be Fully Issued Following End of Government Shutdown
Following the end of the longest government shutdown in history, SNAP benefits will be distributed in full for November and December, the US Department of Agriculture announced on Thursday.
UPDATED: House Votes to End Unprecedented Government Shutdown, Trump Signs
The House on Wednesday passed a funding bill to end the longest government shutdown in US history, sending the legislation to President Trump’s desk for the final step to end the 43-day standoff.
House Sets Final Vote To End Government Shutdown After Bill to Restart Funding Clears Key Hurdle
The House of Representatives will vote Wednesday evening on ending the longest government shutdown in US history after a bill to fund all federal operations through Jan. 30 cleared the powerful Rules Committee along party lines.
End In Sight: Senate Has Enough Democratic Votes to Reopen Government After 40-Day Shutdown
Senate Democrats emerged from a two-and-a-half-hour caucus meeting Sunday night announcing there will be enough votes in the Senate to reopen the federal government after a grueling 40-day shutdown.
NY Starts Sending Out SNAP Payments After Being Cut Off Due To Government Shutdown
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office said Sunday that SNAP benefits went out to New Yorkers using federal funds after the longest-ever federal government shutdown cut off food stamp payments for the first time.
Mega Millions Jackpot Soars to $900M as Game’s Longest-Ever Stretch Without A Winner Continues
The longest Mega Millions winless streak continued Friday night as no ticket matched all six numbers, ballooning the grand prize to a whopping $900 million.
Mega Millions Jackpot Soars to Nearly $850M
The Mega Millions lottery prize soared to an estimated $843 million Wednesday, after the game’s longest run ever without a win.
Government Shutdown Becomes the Longest On Record
The government shutdown has entered its 36th day, breaking the record as the longest ever and disrupting the lives of millions of Americans with federal program cuts, flight delays, and federal workers nationwide left without paychecks.
Election Results LIVE On Election Day
Watch live coverage with AP on Election Day 2025. Will Zohran Mamdani be elected New York City mayor? Who will be the next governors of New Jersey and Virginia? Will California adopt a new congressional map?
Election Day Today! Please Go Out To Vote!
Today, Tuesday, November 4th, is Election Day in New York State. At stake in this election is the office of Mayor of New York City and other local positions.
Trump Administration Agrees to Partially Fund SNAP Despite Government Shutdown
The federal food stamp program will pay out partial benefits to millions of Americans despite running out of regular funding at the start of this month due to the ongoing government shutdown.
Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $800 Million
The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to $800 million, potentially making someone a lot richer ahead of Thanksgiving.
Food Delivery Apps Providing Discounts to SNAP Recipients As Government Shutdown Continues
Instacart said Friday it will offer customers who receive SNAP benefits 50% on their next grocery order to ease strain as the government prepares to cut off food aid payments.
Hochul Declares State of Emergency Over Looming Halt To EBT Food Stamps
Due to the ongoing government shutdown, SNAP payments will be suspended nationwide starting in November, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. It’s a massive blow to New York, where 3 million people rely on the federal benefits to put food on the table.
Speed Cameras Coming to NY Bridges, Tunnels in 2026
Speed cameras will fine drivers in work zones on New York City’s bridges and tunnels starting in 2026, according to the MTA.
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