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New York Democrats say the state will spend $1 billion to expand research into chip technology in an effort to turn upstate New York into a global center of semiconductor research and manufacturing

ALBANY, N.Y.—A ban on noncompete agreements could soon be coming to New York—potentially with a carve-out for higher earners. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering whether to sign or veto a bill that would prohibit noncompete agreements, which typically prevent workers from taking a new job or starting a business for a period after leaving an employer.

According to the FOX Forecast Center, the lake-effect snow resulted in high gear on Monday as cold air came into the US from Canada. This caused the lake-effect snow to intensify and cover the lakes downwind for several days. The forecaster has predicted that the western and central New York will receive the highest snowfall. Meanwhile, some places south of Watertown, New York, may record snow of up to 2 feet on Wednesday. Lake-Effect Snow Warnings have been sounded across Erie, Pennsylvania, into Jamestown, New York, and the Buffalo Southtowns, and locations such as Syracuse, Watertown and Old Forge of central New York. Owing to the weather condition, New York Governor, Kathy Hochul has urged all residents of New York to brace up for the impact of the winter storm. She has also asked the people to be extra cautious and check the forecast before planning a trip. Hochul in a statement said, «The most hazardous weather conditions will be in the areas where lake-effect snow bands form and produce a lot of snow in a short period, which will hamper travel in some places for the next day or so». According to the FOX Forecast Center, from the northeastern Ohio snowbelt through southwestern New York and the Buffalo Southtowns, more than a foot of snow is predicted to fall. In the metro Buffalo area, where only a few inches of snowfall are possible, significant snowfall totals are not anticipated. The eastern shores of Lake Ontario on the Tug Hill Plateau in central New York are expected to receive very heavy snowfall. On Tuesday afternoon, the winds will shift to the northwest resulting in snowfall in Syracuse, New York, metro. Besides, Tug Hill Plateau is likely to receive more than 2 feet of snow.

New York Adult Survivors Act expires, musician Sean «Diddy» Combs is the target of a third lawsuit. Governor Kathy Hochul signed the legislation into effect in May 2022, giving victims of sexual assault a year to file claims, regardless of the statute of limitations.

The Rainbow Bridge border crossing between Canada and the United States was reopened Thursday evening as the investigation into a “horrific” vehicle explosion the day before continues.

US-Canada bridge in Niagara Falls on Wednesday, November 22, resulting in two people dying and necessitating the closing of four border crossings in the area, authorities said. No preliminary information was available on the cause of the explosion, but it provoked concern on both sides of the border. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said officials were "taking this extraordinarily seriously", and the White House said President Joe Biden was "closely following the developments".

New York and Ontario were quickly closed as a precaution, and the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport began security checks on all cars and told passengers to expect additional screenings. The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority posted on X, formerly Twitter, that all cars arriving at the Buffalo Airport would undergo security checks. The authority said travelers should also expect additional screenings.

A proposed ban on noncompete agreements has come under a fierce attack by business groups in New York

SAG-AFTRA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). In a statement issued on Thursday, Biden commended the collaboration, highlighting its role in ensuring the continuous narration of American stories. President Biden acknowledged the power of collective bargaining, stating, «When both sides come to the table to negotiate in earnest, they can make businesses stronger and allow workers to secure pay and benefits that help them raise families and retire with dignity.» Biden emphasized the historic victories achieved by workers in the last three years, securing record pay, benefits, and contributing to a thriving economy.

New York on Thursday. Those injured include five first responders, eight adults, and two children, according to a report published by CNN. Addressing a news conference here, Wappingers Falls Police Commissioner Paul Italiano said that the first responders who have been injured include one Firefighter and four police officers.

Ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft will pay a combined $328 million to settle wage theft claims in New York

Sam Bankman-Fried was in constant contact with prominent political and financial figures in New York City in the months leading up to the collapse of FTX and his subsequent arrest.

Gas and construction trade groups are suing to block New York state’s ban on gas stoves and furnaces in new buildings

New York is bidding to put new controls on social media platforms that state leaders say will protect the mental health of younger users

A nine-year-old girl abducted during a family camping trip in upstate New York was found “safe and in good health” Monday night after investigators lifted a fingerprint from a ransom note dropped off at the family’s home, police said.

AFP, At LaGuardia Airport, one of its terminals had to be shut down due to the flooding. Social media photos depicted passengers wading through water that reached well above their shoe tops. Mayor Eric Adams advised residents to stay indoors as the streets were impassable and subway stations were inundated with water.

Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency across New York City, Long Island, and surrounding area after torrential storms flooded subways and streets and delayed flights. Ophelia's remnants soaked New York City with heavy rain early Friday, and caused flash flooding in parts of the city, Xinhua news agency reported. A flood watch is in effect through 6 a.m. Saturday for the entire tri-state — New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, with rainfall rates of one to two inches per hour expected at times. Strong storms have shut down swaths of the Big Apple's subway system, flooded some streets and highways, and cut off access to at least one terminal at the LaGuardia Airport. A number of subway lines were suspended Friday morning with other lines suspending service through flooded stations, especially in Brooklyn. «There is only extremely limited subway service available because of heavy flooding.

In response to the situation, New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency encompassing New York City, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley. Mayor Eric Adams also issued a separate state of emergency declaration for New York City.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed a bill requiring people selling their homes to disclose whether their properties have been flooded or are at risk for future flooding

As migration to the United States from Venezuela and other countries soars, Democratic elected officials are pressing the Biden administration to quickly grant work permits for asylum-seekers while their cases wind through immigration courts

Help-wanted advertisements in New York will have to disclose how much jobs pay under a new salary transparency law