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New York Introduces Anti-Bitcoin Mining Bill

New York Introduces Anti-Bitcoin Mining Bill

A New York State Senator just introduced a bill to impose new taxes on Bitcoin mining firms. If passed, it would levy progressive taxes, putting the highest obligations upon the largest businesses. The bill focuses on two issues: broader climate...

Owner:  Alena Afanaseva
New York Democratic Lawmakers Want Bitcoin Miners to Pay More Tax. Here's Why

New York Democratic Lawmakers Want Bitcoin Miners to Pay More Tax. Here's Why

In brief New York lawmakers have introduced a bill aiming to tax Bitcoin miners. Democratic Senator Liz Krueger and Assemblymember Anna Kelles argue that mining operations use too much electricity. If passed, the money would be passed to lower...

Owner:  Josh Quittner
New York declares burn ban amid persistent drought, high fire danger

New York declares burn ban amid persistent drought, high fire danger

Syracuse, N.Y. -- New York state has issued a burn ban for the next two weeks because of a lingering drought that has led to a high wildfire risk in many parts of the state. The statewide ban starts today and continues through Oct. 15, the state...

Owner:  Newhouse Family
New York state enacts outdoor burn ban until Oct. 15

New York state enacts outdoor burn ban until Oct. 15

By CBS New York Team October 2, 2025 / 3:48 PM EDT / CBS New York CBS News Live CBS News New York Live All of New York state is under a burn ban until at least the middle of October, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday. While the conditions...

Owner:  Shari Redstone (Family)

Williams Cos. pipeline faces pushback in New York

Pipeline Debate Heats Up in New York The Williams Companies‘ proposed Northeast Supply Enhancement (NESE) pipeline continues to stir political and environmental battles in New York and across the Northeast. The Tulsa-based company has been pushing...

Owner:  Richard Sellers
IE University Boldly Bets On A New York City Campus As Others Retrench

IE University Boldly Bets On A New York City Campus As Others Retrench

On a quiet street in New York’s SoHo neighborhood, a Spanish university is doing what no other institution in higher education would dare right now. IE University, based in Madrid, has opened up a new graduate school largely for international...

Owner:  John A. Byrne
First Opportunity to Purchase: The Cloudy Future of Multifamily Housing Sales in New York

First Opportunity to Purchase: The Cloudy Future of Multifamily Housing Sales in New York

The New York City Council (City Council) is presently considering Intro 902, a proposed local law that has the sponsorship of more than half of the City Council. Intro 902 will amend the New York City Administrative Code to give certain nonprofit...

Owner:  Aviva Cuyler
New SANYNJ Study Shows Port Industry of New York and New Jersey Supports Over 580,000 Jobs, $18.1 Billion in Tax Revenue

New SANYNJ Study Shows Port Industry of New York and New Jersey Supports Over 580,000 Jobs, $18.1 Billion in Tax Revenue

Port Industry Supports Over 580,000 Jobs, $18.1 Billion in Tax Revenue October 2, 2025 ― Edison, NJ ― The Port Industry of New York and New Jersey supported nearly 580,000 jobs, accounted for nearly $18.1 billion in tax revenue, and was...

Owner:  Max Pizarro
Hochul issues burn ban across New York as dry conditions persist

Hochul issues burn ban across New York as dry conditions persist

Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday, Oct. 2 announced a statewide ban on outdoor fires for burning brush and debris, cooking and campfires as dry conditions increase the risk of wildland fires across New York. The burn ban will be in place through Oct....

Owner:  Gannett Co. Inc.
The Surprising Ways Pets Influence Home Life In New York

The Surprising Ways Pets Influence Home Life In New York

When it comes to pets, most of us in New York will admit they run the house. A new study from Power Wizard shows just how far people are willing to go to keep their furry friends comfortable. Rearranging Life for Pets Almost three out of four...

Owner:  Townsquare Media
Wildlife experts urge steps to reduce harmful encounters with animals

Wildlife experts urge steps to reduce harmful encounters with animals

Two nationally known wildlife experts are urging people in Vermont and northern New York to take steps to reduce potentially harmful encounters with wildlife.Peter Gros and Rae Wynn-Grant are the co-hosts of "Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom...

Owner:  Hearst Family
New York City Jail Barge to Be Scrapped, Opening Space for New Marine Terminal

New York City Jail Barge to Be Scrapped, Opening Space for New Marine Terminal

By Daniel Katzive (gCaptain) – A 625-foot New York City jail barge moored on the East River in the South Bronx is finally set to head to the scrappers, two years after its last prisoners disembarked. The removal will open up valuable maritime...

Owner:  Mather Family
Diocese of New York receives $1 million grant from the Lilly Endowment

Diocese of New York receives $1 million grant from the Lilly Endowment

We’ve received a $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to expand the College for Congregational Development and translate its resources into Spanish. CCD helps congregations become healthier and vibrant. In its first three years, 98...

Owner:  AnglicanTV Ministries Inc

Ikegami Announces NAB Show New York 2025 Product Highlights

Ikegami, a developer of broadcast-quality television cameras and production equipment, will demonstrate the latest additions to its range at NAB Show New York, Javits Center, Oct. 22-23 in Booth 708. These will include the IPX-100 IP extension...

Owner:  Kathy Haley
The Accountability Crisis in New York’s Project Based Rental Assistance Program

OCTOBER 2–THE NEW YORK DOSE — FROM DR. MARISA DONNELLEY, YOUR NY LOCAL EPIDEMIOLOGIST

Is it just me, or does it all of a sudden feel like fall in New York this week? And I am all for it 🍁 There’s a lot to cover this week, so let’s jump right in. Infectious disease “weather report” Covid-19: Declining, but still elevated. RSV: No...

Owner:  John Bailey
Lady Gabriella Windsor's poignant comeback: Thomas Kingston's widow, 44, stuns at glamorous New York gala as she makes tentative return to the spotlight after her husband's death
Climate Week 2025: The World Shows Up at A Critical Time

Climate Week 2025: The World Shows Up at A Critical Time

2025 has been a roller coaster ride for sustainable business, and for action on climate in particular. With so many questions swirling, many of us wondered a few months ago who would come to Climate Week NYC and what level of commitment they would...

Owner:  Aron Cramer (President & CEO)

Six Thematic Takeaways, Buy-Rated Stocks From Goldman's Global Sustainability Forum

Goldman Sachs hosted its 2025 Global Sustainability Forum in New York, outlining key takeaways on sustainable investing strategies in a rapidly evolving world where reliability and aging demographics dominate and act as tailwinds. Reliability --...

Owner:  Ivandjiiski Family

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