Governor Hochul announced 15 State landmarks will be illuminated blue on the evening of May 16 in recognition of National Police Week.

“New York’s Congressional delegation should be focused on passing stronger gun safety laws — not punishing states like New York that do the right thing. Because you can’t be ‘tough on crime’ if you’re...

Governor Hochul announced a total of 350,000 housing units statewide have been built, preserved or are under construction since she took office.

Governor Hochul announced that inflation refund checks up to $400 will be sent this fall to 8.2 million households across New York State.

Governor Hochul announced a $10 million award to two projects through round two of New York’s Regional School Food Infrastructure Grant Program.

The New York State Budget deal would benefit middle-class families.

Earlier, Governor Hochul signed the FY 2026 Budget into law.

Official news from the Office of the Governor.

Governor Hochul signed new legislation as part of the FY26 Enacted Budget to put money back in the pockets of millions of New Yorkers.

Governor Hochul celebrated the 100th anniversary of the New York FFA organization during the organization’s annual Convention, held this year on the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse — the same l...

Governor Hochul announced essential changes to New York's Discovery Laws alongside New York District Attorneys, domestic violence survivors and advocates.

Governor Hochul announced that New York is becoming the largest state to require statewide, bell-to-bell restrictions on smartphones in K-12 schools.

“President Trump’s presidential order halting the development of wind energy threatens thousands of good-paying jobs and jeopardizes our ability to build a reliable, affordable and clean energy grid f...

Governor Hochul announced the completion of renovations to Robert H. Dietz Memorial Stadium in the City of Kingston as part of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative.

Earlier, Governor Hochul visited the Hudson Guild Children’s Center to highlight the FY 2026 Budget investments in child care.

Governor Hochul recognized May as Mental Health Awareness Month throughout New York, issuing a proclamation and highlighting the unprecedented investments made into strengthening the state’s system of...

Governor Hochul  rallied with New Yorkers to celebrate a FY 2026 New York State Budget deal that delivers all of the Governor’s affordability commitments and will put nearly $5,000 back in the pockets...

Governor Hochul outlined the turmoil created under President Trump’s first 100 days in office, warning that his administration’s retaliatory policies, deep federal cuts and unilateral tariffs are pois...

Governor Hochul announced an agreement with legislative leaders on key priorities in the Fiscal Year 2026 New York State Budget.

The Cooling Assistance Benefit helps income-eligible households buy and install an air conditioner or fan to cool their home.

ALBANY, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – As part of a $15 million statewide effort to restore and expand forests near urban communities, Governor Kathy Hochul has awarded the Southern Tier nearly $1.6 mill…

Governor Hochul celebrated Arbor Day 2025 by announcing $15 million in grant awards through New York State’s new Community Reforestation (CoRe) program.

Governor Hochul announced that New York has dedicated nearly $125 million to on-farm projects that conserve natural resources, combat climate change, and protect soil and water quality since 2020.

Governor Hochul announced that Chobani will make the nation’s largest investment in natural food manufacturing, creating more than 1,000 jobs.

Governor Hochul announced $60 million in Environmental Bond Act funding for the next round of Green Resiliency Grants.

Governor Hochul and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) increased bus service on 16 local routes across Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island.

The U.S. Interior Department said it was reviewing Empire Wind, which was approved under President Joe Biden.

Governor Hochul announced the Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved over $175 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York S...

Official news from the Office of the Governor.

Governor Hochul announced the start of construction at Medford Gardens, a 66-unit affordable senior housing development in the hamlet of Medford located in the town of Brookhaven in Suffolk County.

Governor Hochul announced 13 State landmarks will be illuminated blue, white and red today to honor the victims of the Dominican Republic nightclub tragedy.

Official news from the Office of the Governor.

Governor Hochul issued a proclamation declaring April as Financial Aid Awareness Month in New York State.

Governor Hochul met in her Albany office with domestic violence survivors to discuss New York's discovery laws.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced 18grants through the CARES UP Initiative to aid suicide prevention efforts among the military, first responders and emergency d

It comes as Lt. Gov. Delgado says he won't again alongside her.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul had criticized detaining the family while their case was working its way through the U.S. immigration system.

Governor Hochul announced the commencement of projects to make the Delancey St–Essex St Station complex accessible.

ORCHARD PARK — Governor Kathy Hochul, the Buffalo Bills and Erie County today celebrated the topping out of the new $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium at the construction site in Orchard

Governor Hochul announced $15 million to foster collaboration across disciplines to promote the ethical use of artificial intelligence.

Governor Hochul signed three new laws to strengthen New York’s gun violence prevention efforts and keep New Yorkers safe.

“Donald Trump enacted the largest tax hike in American history, skyrocketed New Yorkers' costs by over $6,000 per year."

Governor Hochul recognized April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in New York, issuing a statewide proclamation.

Governor Hochul announced the completion of a $66.4 million project to replace the Bronx River Parkway bridge over the Metro-North Railroad.

Governor Hochul announced capital grants to expand services for organizations that serve veterans, service members and military families.

The governor called on New York lawmakers in the House Republican majority to 'stand up and fight back.'