NY Among 19 States Suing To Reverse Trump's 20,000 Health Care Job Cuts: 'Reckless, Dangerous' NY Among 19 States Suing To Reverse Trump's 20,000 Health Care Job Cuts: 'Reckless, Dangerous'
NY Among 19 States Suing To Reverse Trump's 20,000 Health Care Job Cuts: 'Reckless, Dangerous' Over one-third of U.S. states are urging a federal judge to reverse President Donald Trump’s decision to cut 20,000 Department of Health and Human Services employees, arguing the move could have dangerous and long-lasting effects on public health. Nineteen states — including Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Maryland — along with Washington, D.C., filed a lawsuit in Rhode Island on Monday, May 5. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced in March that the agency would cut nearly 25 percent of its workforce as part of Trump’s push to overhaul the federal government and reduce spendin…
Here's Where NY Ranks Among Best States In US, And Why Here's Where NY Ranks Among Best States In US, And Why
Here's Where NY Ranks Among Best States In US, And Why A newly released report has ranked all 50 states in the United States from top to bottom based on a variety of factors, providing insight into the best states to live in. Utah has been recognized as No. 1 in the U.S. News Best States rankings for the third consecutive year. However, the report encompasses a broader scope, highlighting various states that also excel in several key areas. Historically, Utah was often associated with three main attributes: the film Footloose,’ green Jell-O, and a youthful workforce. Curtis Blair, president and CEO of the Provo-based Utah Valley Chamber of Comm…
Trump Lies About $1.98 Gas: See Where That Number Likely Came From Trump Lies About $1.98 Gas: See Where That Number Likely Came From
Trump Lies About $1.98 Gas: See Where That Number Likely Came From President Donald Trump says gas is down to $1.98 a gallon, but that number doesn't exist at any pump in the country. In early May, Trump has repeatedly claimed gas has fallen below $2 a gallon. He made the claim in the White House, social media posts, and during an interview with NBC's Meet the Press on Sunday, May 4. Trump also said gas was $1.98 a gallon when speaking with ABC News on Tuesday, April 29, at the end of his first 100 days back in the Oval Office. "So now, if you look at what's happened, energy is down," Trump said. "Gasoline hit $1.98 in a few states during the last co…
NY's Foster Care System Ranked Outside US Top 10, New Study Says: Here's Why NY's Foster Care System Ranked Outside US Top 10, New Study Says: Here's Why
NY's Foster Care System Ranked Outside US Top 10, New Study Says: Here's Why Northeast and mid-Atlantic states showed wide disparities in foster care quality, with some ranking among the nation's best and others falling behind, according to a new study. SmileHub released its 2025 list of States With the Best Foster Care Systems on Tuesday, April 29. The study analyzed every state using 19 key foster care metrics, from adoption timelines and high school graduation rates to monthly stipends. The ranking used a weighted scoring system across three categories: foster youth baselines, community environment and support systems, and legal support. …
‘Route Boys’ Leader Behind Tri-State Pharmacy Raids, Jail Stabbing Gets 22 Years ‘Route Boys’ Leader Behind Tri-State Pharmacy Raids, Jail Stabbing Gets 22 Years
‘Route Boys’ Leader Behind Tri-State Pharmacy Raids, Jail Stabbing Gets 22 Years A man who led a violent, drug-dealing burglary crew known as the “Route Boys” will spend over two decades in federal prison. Jason Liriano, 25, of Brooklyn–also known as “jay bigfella”–was sentenced to 22 years behind bars in Central Islip federal court on Tuesday, April 29. It followed his September 2023 guilty plea to drug trafficking and firearms charges. Tuesday’s sentencing marked the final chapter in a wide-reaching crime spree that spanned New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Liriano founded the Route Boys gang, which committed more than 100 break-ins at pharmacies, bodegas, chec…
Recall Issued For Popular Apple Juice Brand Sold In 28 States, Including NY Recall Issued For Popular Apple Juice Brand Sold In 28 States, Including NY
Recall Issued For Popular Apple Juice Brand Sold In 28 States, Including NY A voluntary recall has been issued for certain batches of a widely sold apple juice brand, according to an alert from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The juice was distributed across 28 states and comes in clear, round glass bottles with white metal screw-top lids packaged in four 10-ounce bottles per pack (six packs per case).  The recall was initiated due to concerns that were not detailed in the FDA’s official notice, but the agency classified the situation as a Class II recall, meaning use of the product could cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. …
NY Among 10 Best States For Supporting Working Moms, New Study Says: Here's Why NY Among 10 Best States For Supporting Working Moms, New Study Says: Here's Why
NY Among 10 Best States For Supporting Working Moms, New Study Says: Here's Why Several Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states rank among the best in the country for working mothers, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of the Best & Worst States for Working Moms on Monday, April 28. The report compared all 50 states and Washington, DC, across 17 key metrics, including the gender pay gap, parental leave policies, child care costs, and the share of female executives. The study aims to identify where women raising children have the best chance at balancing a career with their family. "Working moms have to carefully balance career opportuni…
Millions In NY Breathing Unhealthy Air, New Study Warns: Here's Why Millions In NY Breathing Unhealthy Air, New Study Warns: Here's Why
Millions In NY Breathing Unhealthy Air, New Study Warns: Here's Why Nearly half of all people in the United States, including millions across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, are breathing unhealthy levels of air pollution, according to a new study. The American Lung Association released its 2025 edition of the "State of the Air" report on Wednesday, April 23. The study, now in its 26th year, highlights troubling air quality trends in Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. The report found that 156 million people – about 46% of the U.S. population – are living in counties that earned failing grades f…
Trump Admin Withholds $2M In CT Planned Parenthood Funds: Here Are The Impacts Trump Admin Withholds $2M In CT Planned Parenthood Funds: Here Are The Impacts
Trump Admin Withholds $2M In CT Planned Parenthood Funds: Here Are The Impacts U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal is warning that thousands of Connecticut residents could lose access to essential health care as the Trump administration continues to block nearly $2 million in federal funding for Planned Parenthood of Southern New England (PPSNE). The funds, earmarked for release in March, were never disbursed. Blumenthal, a Democrat from Connecticut, slammed the decision as “cruel” and “craven.” “Tens of thousands of people in Connecticut rely on Planned Parenthood for essential and affordable health care services — now jeopardized by the Trump Administration’s withholding o…
Google Gained 'Monopoly Power' With Online Ad Technology, Judge Rules Google Gained 'Monopoly Power' With Online Ad Technology, Judge Rules
Google Gained 'Monopoly Power' With Online Ad Technology, Judge Rules A federal judge ruled that Google illegally cornered the online advertising market by linking its tools together to block out competition, a major win in a broader antitrust crackdown on Big Tech. The ruling found Google liable for willfully using a series of "anticompetitive acts" to dominate how digital ads are placed across the internet. The decision was handed down in federal court in the Eastern District of Virginia on Thursday, April 17. In her decision, US District Judge Leonie Brinkema said Google's ad technology blocked out competitors and hurt consumers. "For over …
NY Ranked Third Most Eco-Friendly State, New Study Says: Here's Why NY Ranked Third Most Eco-Friendly State, New Study Says: Here's Why
NY Ranked Third Most Eco-Friendly State, New Study Says: Here's Why Several Northeast states are among the most environmentally friendly in the nation, according to a new study. The Greenest States in 2025 list was released by WalletHub on Wednesday, April 9. The personal finance website compared all 50 states across key metrics like air and water quality, renewable energy use, green transportation, and carbon emissions. WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo said infrastructure plays a big role in whether residents can make eco-friendly choices. "If a state doesn't have a great infrastructure for alternative-fuel vehicles, it becomes much harder for r…
NY Among Top 10 States For Child Healthcare, New Study Says: Here's Why NY Among Top 10 States For Child Healthcare, New Study Says: Here's Why
NY Among Top 10 States For Child Healthcare, New Study Says: Here's Why Families in the Northeast are getting some of the best care in the country for their children, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best & Worst States for Children's Healthcare on Tuesday, April 8. The report compares all 50 states and Washington, DC, using 33 indicators of cost, access, and quality. Metrics range from the percentage of children in excellent health to the number of pediatricians per capita. "The quality of children's health care should be one of the most important considerations for parents when deciding where to live," said WalletHub ana…