New York state to receive $112.7 million from JUUL in multistate settlement
JUUL Labs Inc. agreed to pay $462 million over eight years to six states, including New York, in a new settlement. Read more »
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In line with Micron partnership, Onondaga CC introduces new tech degree programs
Onondaga Community College announced two new programs, one associate's degree and one certificate, in electromechanical technology to prepare students for work with Micron. Read more »
New York state assembly passes 3rd extender for Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed budget
The NYS assembly passed a new extender bill on Monday to maintain state operations until Thursday amid stalled budget negotiations. Read more »
State legislators introduce bills to combat 'swatting' amid NYS uptick in cases
Several state lawmakers introduced legislation to increase penalties for a person who commits a swatting following a rise in cases across New York state. Read more »
SU included in wave of schools targeted in 'swattings' across NYS
In the aftermath of a falsified report of a shooting, Syracuse University joins other state and national institutions dealing with a surge in swatting. Read more »
Beginning this summer, SUNY will end COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all 64 campuses
The SUNY system announced the end of its emergency COVID-19 vaccine mandate for its 64 campuses on Tuesday. Read more »
Syracuse University to join Northeast University Semiconductor Network
Syracuse University will join the Northeast University Semiconductor Network, fostered by Micron and the National Science Foundation. Read more »
Breaking down what's stalling Hochul's budget after April 1 deadline passed
The Daily Orange broke down what's stalling the budget, including Hochul's plans for bail, housing and environmental policy. Read more »
Hochul, state assembly extend deadline to submit FY24 budget to April 10
On Monday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul submitted a bill to extend the deadline for the FY-24 budget to next Monday, April 10. Read more »
Sen. Chuck Schumer invites director of National Science Foundation to show CNY's potential
Sen. Chuck Schumer touted central New York's potential on Friday to Dr. Sethuraman Panchanathan, director of the National Science Foundation. Read more »
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s fiscal year budget, featuring bail changes, misses April 1 deadline
Gov. Kathy Hochul's proposed FY-2024 budget failed to pass by its April 1 deadline. The budget's proposed changes to state bail laws have caused backlash. Read more »
NYS to receive $100 million to expand high-speed internet access statewide
New York state Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the funding initiative, which aims to establish affordable broadband for up to 100,000 households. Read more »
New York state law professors reject Kathy Hochul's proposed bail reform in open letter
In a letter released Tuesday, law professors across the state rejected Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed changes to current NYS bail reform law. Read more »
Anthony Broadwater to receive $5.5 million settlement from New York state
New York state will pay the settlement to Broadwater, who was wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for 16 years for the 1981 rape of Alice Sebold. Read more »
Lawsuit against FDA, USDA seeks compensation for SNAP benefit skimming victims
The Legal Aid Society hopes to ensure that EBT card skimming crimes are handled similarly to old stolen food stamp coupons. Read more »
At Albany, InclusiveU representatives advocate for resources for students with disabilities
Members of Syracuse University's InclusiveU and others rallied in support of two bills that would fund pre-college preparation and transition programs. Read more »
State law protecting workers from employer retaliation over absences goes into effect
A New York state law which protects workers from employer retaliation against absences began Tuesday to protect family and sick leave for workers. Read more »
Gov. Kathy Hochul extends pandemic SNAP assistance, adds $234 million in funds
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s investment in additional food assistance will provide SNAP households with a supplement of at least $95 this month. Read more »
Micron announces 2024 start for construction on Clay semiconductor plant
Manish Bhatia, executive vice president of global operations at Micron, said the Clay facility will be completed and operational by 2030. Read more »
Gov. Kathy Hochul presents New York state’s Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2024
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s 2024 FY budget is 2.4% greater than last year’s budget, focusing on safety, transportation, health, housing and education. Read more »
Syracuse-based economic org receives $1 million grant to support CNY job training
A Syracuse-based economic development organization, CenterState CEO, received a $1 million grant to support job training from New York state as part of a statewide shift towards a technology-centered workforce. Read more »
Central New York still behind on legal cannabis despite approved licenses across state
The lawsuit was filed by a Michigan-based cannabis dispensary group that is seeking a CAURD license in the central New York and Finger Lakes region. Read more »
New York approves first CAURD licenses for sale of recreational cannabis
Housing Works became the first organization to legally sell cannabis in New York state. New York's Cannabis Control Board approved 36 CAURD licenses in November 2022, eight for nonprofit organizations and 28 for business owners who themselves have or whose relatives have a past cannabis-related conviction in NYS. Read more »
Closing Cazenovia College announces “Teach Out” transfer destinations for students
Syracuse University has not announced special transfer protocols for Cazenovia College students, despite 11 other surrounding colleges and universities announcing "Teach Out" partnerships for accepting transfers. Read more »
