Jun 12 WATCH: New York governor signs police accountability legislation By Marina Villeneuve, Associated Press New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has signed into law a sweeping package of police accountability measures that received new backing following protests of George Floyd's killing. Continue reading
Jun 06 Watch 4:35 New York protests continue despite rain, pandemic and curfew By Christopher Booker, Sam Weber The threat of a pandemic did not keep New Yorkers home as protesters across the city took to the streets chanting “Black Lives Matter” calling for several police reforms. Largely peaceful, several demonstrators defied the city’s 8 P.M. curfew. Protests… Continue watching
Jun 03 WATCH: Restaurants in much of New York get green light for outdoor dining By Associated Press Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Wednesday that restaurants must place outdoor tables 6 feet apart, all staff must wear face coverings, and customers must also wear covering when not seated. Continue reading
May 30 Louisville PD apologizes for targeting news crew at protest By Associated Press A police officer was seen on camera firing what appeared to be pepper balls at a news crew during a live television broadcast of the second night of Louisville protests, prompting an apology from the Louisville Metro Police Department. Continue reading
May 23 Cuomo eases ban on groups; NYC beaches open By Associated Press New Yorkers experiencing cabin fever after two months of coronavirus quarantine were offered an unexpected reprieve when Gov. Andrew Cuomo eased the state's ban on gatherings in time for the Memorial Day weekend. Continue reading
May 22 WATCH: Cuomo says it’s his call when New York City will reopen By Karen Matthews, Associated Press Governor Cuomo said it will be up to the state — not the city — to make those decisions. Continue reading
May 19 New York to allow small Memorial Day ceremonies By Associated Press New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says the state will allow Memorial Day ceremonies with up to 10 people despite statewide lockdown rules. Continue reading
May 19 Appeals court approves June 23 New York Democratic presidential primary By Larry Neumeister, Marina Villeneuve, Associated Press New York state's June 23 Democratic presidential primary will definitely take place now. The state's Democratic Party leadership gave up its attempt to cancel the presidential primary Tuesday. Continue reading
May 18 WATCH: Western New York to begin reopening process By Associated Press Western New York, including the city of Buffalo, has met coronavirus containment goals and can begin to reopen its economy, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Monday. Continue reading
May 18 WATCH: NYC could ease some virus restrictions in early June, mayor says By Candice Norwood "The first half of June is the first opportunity to relax anything," de Blasio said in a news conference. Continue reading