Government Warns of Possible Jail Time For Use of Fake COVID Vaccination Cards
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) today warned New Yorkers about the risks of using or buying fake COVID-19 vaccination cards.
New York Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker Resigns
New York Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker has resigned from his position, according to Governor Kathy Hochul.
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FDA OKs Pfizer COVID-19 Boosters for 65 and Older, High-Risk Americans
The U.S. moved a step closer Wednesday to offering booster doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to older Americans and others at high risk from the virus as the Food and Drug Administration signed off on the targeted use of the extra shots.
House Republicans File Impeachment Articles Against Biden
A group of House Republicans have filed articles of impeachment against President Biden over his handling of the immigration crisis at the southern border and his chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Left: Ilhan Omar Right: Rashida Tlaib
AOC, ‘Squad’ force House Dems to Nix $1B for Israel’s Iron Dome from Spending Bill
A group of far-left lawmakers — including Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) and Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) — forced House Democratic leadership Tuesday to cut $1 billion for Israel’s Iron Dome from a short-term government funding bill.
WATCH: Volcano Erupts on La Palma in the Canary Islands
After days of seismic activity, a volcano on La Palma in the Canary Islands erupted in a glorious and fiery spewing of Lava. The events were caught on live feed, and can be watched here on CrownHeights.info.
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Pfizer Says its COVID Vaccine is Safe and Effective for Kids Ages 5-11
Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine has been found to be safe and effective in children aged 5 to 11, the drugmaker said Monday.
Bus Driver Shortage? Governor Enacts Changes Making It Easier To Get A CDL
Did you know that there was a bus driver shortage? Not exclusive to the Jewish community, Governor Hochul has enacted a series of steps to facilitate the recruitment of school bus drivers.
Take A Look: Ford Tests All-Electric Police Vehicle
Ford is paving the way for electric police fleets in America. As part of its more than $30 billion investment in electrification through 2025, Ford is exploring all-electric, purpose-built law enforcement vehicles.
UN General Assembly Means Manhattan Road Closures, Here’s The Closure List
The UN General Assembly’s annual meeting is set to begin Sunday, bringing with it lots of traffic to Midtown and on Manhattan’s East Side this week. Here is a list of official street closures.
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FDA Advisory Panel Votes Against Recommending COVID-19 Booster Shots
A Food and Drug Administration advisory panel voted against green-lighting COVID-19 booster shots Friday — throwing up a major hurdle for President Biden’s plan to dole out a third dose to most Americans.
New York Tosses Jail Time For Most Minor Parole Violations
New Yorkers will be able to avoid jail time for most nonviolent parole violations under a new law signed Friday by Gov. Kathy Hochul.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that all New Yorkers enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, will receive the maximum allowable level of food benefits for September.
All NYS SNAP Recipients To Receive Maximum Food Benefits for September
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that all New Yorkers enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, will receive the maximum allowable level of food benefits for September.
Governor Hochul Announces Series of Universal Mask Requirements For Child Care Centers
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a series of universal mask requirements designed to protect New Yorkers against the highly contagious Delta variant and the recent surge in COVID-19 infections statewide.
Apple’s iOS 14.8 Pegasus Security Fix: iPhone Users Urged to Update Immediately
Apple on Monday released security updates for its iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches and Mac computers that close a vulnerability reportedly exploited by invasive spyware built by NSO Group, an Israeli security company.
New Jersey to Divest from Ben & Jerry’s and Parent Company
New Jersey plans to divest investments in the parent company of Ben & Jerry’s, Unilever, after an internal investigation found the ice cream company sought to boycott Israel, the state Division of Investment said on Tuesday, according to The New Jersey Globe.
Polls Close in California Recall Vote with Newsom Favored to Survive
Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom appeared on track Tuesday to avoid becoming the state’s second chief executive in fewer than 20 years to be removed from office by the voters in the middle of his term.
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