New York is poised to become the largest U.S. state to authorize assisted dying. Pro-assisted dying group Death with Dignity’s Chief Marketing Officer, Elaine Fong, whose mother used Washington State’s Death with Dignity law in 2016, attended Wednesday's announcement in New York.

Hundreds of schools across New York, including dozens on Long Island, have to take old water fountains and taps out of commission.

New York state has released its 2025 State Energy Plan, a long-range policy blueprint that will guide energy decisions through 2040 as officials attempt to balance reliability, affordability, economic growth and climate mandates.

New York state officials have unanimously approved a 15-year plan to balance climate law with affordable utility bills, committing to more wind and solar energy while acknowledging the need for natural gas and nuclear power to keep the grid reliable.

The New York State Office of Cannabis Management voted Thursday to reopen a shuttered upstate medical marijuana production facility, paving the way for new ownership to revive a facility that was among the first of its kind in the state.

On Tuesday, the New York State Energy Planning Board adopted the state energy plan, which sets a framework to meet energy needs through 2040. Board Chair and NYSERDA President and CEO Doreen Harris tells WAMC North Country Bureau Chief Pat Bradley the plan is a key element for setting state energy policy.

New York's updated State Energy Plan recognises that a variety of energy sources - including advanced nuclear - will be needed to help the US state meet its overall energy needs over the next 15 years.

New York is requiring animal shelters across the state to meet higher standards for animal care and facility operations.

Which state will reign supreme? President Donald Trump announced Thursday the first-ever Patriot Games as part of the year-long 250th anniversary celebration for the United States. The games, scheduled for fall 2026,