Rep. Lee Zeldin on Wednesday introduced NYPD Deputy Inspector Alison Esposito as his lieutenant governor running mate.


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Lawmakers argue the state's animal sale ban, set to go into effect Sunday, would put pet store owners out of business. Newsday's Robert Brodsky reports.

Pet stores say they face 'financial ruin' if NYS ban is enacted

Gov. Kathy Hochul says 8.6 million New Yorkers would receive checks, including 1.3 million people on Long Island. 

Rebate checks for NYers would range from $300 to $500

Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to announce restrictions on the use of cellphones in schools, which would take effect next September. Newsday State Capitol correspondent Keshia Clukey reports.

'The idea would be bell to bell'

The state's "Clean Slate" has gone into effect, sealing some convictions once a person has completed their sentence. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa and Newsday Albany bureau chief Yancey Roy report.

'There are guardrails in place'

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Businesses including neighborhood convenience stores lobbied Gov. Kathy Hochul to reject the rule.

NYS to phase out 'super pollutants,' despite cost concerns

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The new ferry, the Long Island, can provide service when any of the fleet's older vessels are out for maintenance or in an emergency.

Port Jefferson's newest ferry arrives after treacherous journey 

The governor said the bill would have likely triggered higher insurance rates for consumers.

Hochul vetoes bill to allow larger awards in 'wrongful deaths'

It's unclear what impact the appellate ruling may have on the tribe's operation of the billboards. The tribe is expected to appeal.

State wins favorable ruling against Shinnecock billboards

The new rules will be enforced statewide starting Jan. 3.

Tougher DMV point system could cost more people their licenses

Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a law requiring the services to get consent from the restaurant before making reservations.

NY moves against services that scalp dining reservations

There was some vaccine hesitancy before the pandemic, compounded by fatigue when mandates were implemented, one expert said.

LI lagging behind rest of NYS on flu, COVID vaccinations

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Democratic officials are warning that NY could be a target of "retribution" from President-elect Trump, Newsday's Albany reporter Michael Gormley reports.

'New York is kind of bracing for this'

A state audit calls for better use of public money to redevelop coastal areas after damaging storms, including building affordable housing. Newday Albany correspondent Michael Gormley has more on the report.

Audit: Weaknesses in state's recovery response after damaging storms

A hot political issue this election season is the SALT tax deduction cap, which residents and elected officials want repealed. NewsdayTV's Pat Dolan reports.

'We'll continue being annoyed'

A new Siena College Research Institute poll shows former President Donald Trump is trailing Democratic challenger Vice President Kamala Harris in the presidential race among registered voters statewide. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

Double-digit lead in New York poll

NewsdayTV's Joye Brown talks one-on-one with GOP candidate Michael Sapraicone, who's running against Democratic incumbent Kirsten Gillibrand, at NewsdayTV studios.

U.S. Senate: One-on-one with GOP candidate Michael Sapraicone at NewsdayTV studios

Many Long Islanders are feeling the impact of the $10,000 SALT tax cap, especially those with high property values. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'We're taxed to death'

The shipment of major goods was shut down as tens of thousands of dockworkers formed picket lines at dozens of ports across the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Could cost the economy nearly $5 billion a day' 

In response to the Farmingdale High School marching band charter bus accident, a proposed state bill would require most passengers in charter buses to wear safety belts or face fines.

Tragedy prompted seat belt bill

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced there will be a new congestion pricing plan by the end of the year. 

New congestion pricing plan is on the way 

Gov. Kathy Hochul cited the high cost of living in New York City as a reason to delay the implementation of congestion pricing.

'New Yorkers are getting hammered on costs'

Suffolk County Comptroller John Kennedy says TPVA and BusPatrol need to come up with a corrective action plan. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

 'A ticket is no good unless it results in money. Dead presidents.'

Suffolk's dismissal of $2 million worth of tickets drew criticism from the state lawmaker who sponsored the program. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'This is the biggest scam' 

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