Some House Republicans face tough budget test over Medicaid, SNAP benefits
The House’s sweeping budget plan to advance President Donald Trump’s agenda could result in steep cuts to Medicaid and food ...
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Some NYC families can get $120 per child in summer food benefits. Here’s how to apply.
Last year among New York families required to apply, relatively few submitted applications, according to state data.
Trump Administration Live Updates: Defense Department to Cut Over 5,000 Workers
The Pentagon said it would fire 5,400 civilian probationary workers beginning next week, and officials say a wave of much ...
Will New York Force More Mentally Ill People Into Treatment?
Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed changes to the state’s mental health laws, but they face opposition from lawmakers and ...
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‘Hands Off Medicaid’: Healthcare advocates urge residents to call Long Island congressmen to oppose Medicaid cuts
Proposed cuts to Medicaid funding would have devastating impacts on medical services for 680,000 L.I. residents who depend on ...
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LGBTQ clubs call on Hochul and state leaders to increase support for trans wellness fund, HIV/AIDS initiatives
Three New York City-based LGBTQ political clubs delivered a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul and top lawmakers in Albany urging them to increase funding and ...
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CM Julie Won introduces bill to ban public disclosure of migrant shelter locations
By Shane O'Brien  Council Member Julie Won has introduced a bill in the New York City Council to prohibit the public ...
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York Forecast
Forecast issued at 5:00 am WST on Friday 21 February 2025. Mostly sunny. Winds south to southwesterly 20 to 25 km/h tending south to southeasterly 20 to 30 km/h during the morning. Overnight ...