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Enrollment Up at SUNY for Third Consecutive Year
November 18, 2025 | 10:25 AM ESTGovernor Hochul announced enrollment gains across the State University of New York for the third consecutive year.
Assisting Recovery Efforts from Red Hook Fire
November 17, 2025 | 4:12 PM ESTGovernor Hochul announced that New York State has secured a Physical Disaster Declaration for Kings County and the contiguous counties of Queens, Richmond and New York.
Completing the Hunts Point Access Improvement Project
November 17, 2025 | 2:19 PM ESTGovernor Hochul announced that work has been completed on the third and final phase of the transformative $1.7 billion Hunts Point Access Improvement Project — the final milestone in the transformation of the South Bronx that has strengthened neighborhoods, improved mobility and provided new recreational opportunities and access to green space.
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Governor Hochul announced the launch of a statewide hotline, 1-800-HARASS-3 (1-800-427-2773), for issues of workplace sexual harassment.
Governor Hochul urged New Yorkers across the State to prepare for dangerous heat conditions beginning Tuesday and expected to last through Thursday as a combination of hot temperatures and moderate-to-high humidity levels are expected to cause heat index values in the 90s and potentially the low 100s in certain areas, including the New York City region.
Governor Hochul updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combating COVID-19.
Governor Hochul delivered remarks at the Long Island Federation of Labor's 22nd Constitutional Convention.
Governor Kathy Hochul launched a statewide listening tour on the future of farming in New York State.
Governor Hochul today that New York State is awarding grants totaling up to $12 million through February 28, 2026, to fund family opportunity centers, which are community-based or school-based programs that provide services that strengthen families and improve the safety and well-being of children and families.
Governor Hochul launched a statewide listening tour on the future of farming in New York State.
Governor Hochul announced that SUNY and CUNY community colleges will receive $5 million in funding to support the creation or enhancement of short-term credential programs or course offerings that provide pathways to employment in the cannabis industry.
Governor Hochul signed legislation (S.7620-A/A.9067-A), which designates U.S. Route 20 as "New York Medal of Honor Highway" and a portion of U.S. Route 20 will be further designated "The Disabled American Veterans - New York Medal of Honor Highway."
Governor Hochul announced that more than $38 million is being awarded to strengthen New York's agricultural industry through the Farmland Protection Implementation Grants program.