Cornell Now Has a Rule About Butchering Bears in Dorm Kitchens
Cornell University has added a new dorm rule banning the processing of wild game after students butchered a legally hunted black bear in a campus kitchen.
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New York State Is Enforcing This Nightime Conservation Law
What are the rules about using a spotlight in New York State?
New York Looks to Make Robots Illegal in Schools
After pushback from teachers and parents, New York looks to make robots in schools illegal
Are Animal Encounters More Dangerous in New York?
A new study ranks New York among the top 10 states for animal-related deaths
SUNY/CUNY Open Doors to Disenrolled Howard University Students
Governor Kathy Hochul announced guaranteed SUNY and CUNY admission for eligible Howard University students affected by the school's recent enrollment changes.
Don't Click That Party Invite Until You Read This
Fake party invites are tricking people into giving away passwords this summer. Find out how to spot the scam before it's too late.
Don't Fall for This Mega Millions Scam Targeting New Yorkers
Thinking about playing Mega Millions or Powerball? New York officials are warning about a scam claiming victims won $18.6 million and luxury cars. Here's how to protect yourself.
2 Nostalgic NY Vacation Spots Named Among the Best in America
Remember summer vacations before smartphones and social media? Two New York destinations have been named among America’s best places for a nostalgic, old-school getaway.
Could This Be the Last Time We Change the Clocks?
The Sunshine Protection Act has passed the House. Find out what permanent Daylight Saving Time would mean for sunrise and sunset times across Central New York.
Up to 100 Shooting Stars an Hour Could Soon Be Visible Over NY
The Perseid meteor shower returns this summer, and 2026 could be one of the best years to watch. Here's when New Yorkers can see up to 100 shooting stars an hour.
Three Days of Music, Food and Family Fun Planned for First Butter
Three separate festivals, one valley-wide celebration — Otsego County is doing something a little different with its end-of-summer send-off this year.
America Buried a Time Capsule—Here's What New York Included
New York has chosen two items to represent the Empire State in America's 250-year time capsule. See what made the cut.