Gov. Hochul's NY school cellphone ban gets a warm reception in Albany
Hochul wants schools to ban smartphones and other internet-enabled devices before the next school year. Lawmakers are open to it.
New group launches push for cell phone ban in NY schools: ‘Our kids’ well-being has collapsed’
Smartphone use in our schools has supercharged in-school violence and bullying, created an educational environment full of distraction, and isolated our children from each other,” said Raj
Governor proposes banning cellphones in schools throughout New York state starting next fall
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Students throughout New York state might have to give up their cellphones during school hours starting next fall under a proposal announced Tuesday by Gov. Kathy Hochul.
Gov. Hochul unveils 'bell to bell' cellphone ban for New York schools in budget address
Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled the "statewide standard" for a school cellphone ban during her budget address in Albany on Tuesday.
Cell phone ban in NY schools? Hochul wants it done under $252B budget plan
A $252 billion New York budget plan by Gov. Kathy Hochul would ban student cell phones during school and hike school aid by at least 2% per district.
NY’s Hochul Calls for Law Banning Cell Phone Use in Schools
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is proposing legislation to ban cell phones in public school classrooms, saying the move is necessary to give students a “distraction-free learning environment.”
New York school enacts cellphone ban as state considers policy to restrict phones
New York could soon join other states that limit cellphones in schools as Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected Wednesday to lay out a proposal to restrict phone use for the school day. If approved, the ban would go into effect next school year,
Cell phone ban in NYS schools: 'I'm surprised it's bell to bell' says local superintendent
A cell phone ban in New York State schools is one step closer to reality. “I’m surprised that it’s bell to bell,” said Mark Laurrie, Supt of Niagara Falls City Schools on WBEN. “I thought it would be more up to districts.
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What are the invasive species threatening NY ecosystems?
The emerald ash borer is an invasive beetle from Asia that feeds on all native ash trees in New York. After being accidentally transported to the U.S. in infested crates, it has killed millions of ash ...
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13 Largest Cities in New York, Ranked by Population
New York, often called the Empire State, is one of fourth-most populated in the United States. According to the U.S. Census ...
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NY Gov. Hochul Proposes Penny Breakage, Flat Track Tax
New York's racing and pari-mutuel law, with its labyrinthine clauses and subparagraphs that few in the state capital of ...
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Gov. Hochul gives New York budget presentation
Governor Kathy Hochul is set to present New York’s fiscal year 2026 Executive Budget on Tuesday at 1 p.m. You can watch the ...
Johnson, UMBC Retrievers to visit Neely, Albany (NY) Great Danes
BOTTOM LINE: Bryce Johnson and UMBC visit Justin Neely and Albany (NY) in America East play Thursday. The Great Danes have gone 4-3 at home. Albany (NY) has a 5-4 record in games decided by at least ...
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Who Has the Cheapest Car Insurance in Albany, NY?
Monthly rates are for full coverage car insurance for a 30-year-old man. Some rates use different ages or coverage limits. NYCM is the best choice for most Albany drivers. It offers excellent ...
Gov. Kathy Hochul focuses on New York's affordability, subway safety during State of the State address
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul laid out an ambitious agenda for 2025 during her State of the State address at the Hart Theater in ...