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Around New York
1. A closer look at New York’s state budget, and how it ended up as the latest in 15 years
Thursday evening, both houses of the state Legislature wrapped up voting on a final package, which many describe as bloated with policy for which Gov. Kathy Hochul insisted on, holding up the budget for more than five weeks in order to see enacted her way. Hochul has consistently worn it as a badge of honor.
2. State lawmakers criticize Gov. Hochul's policy-laden budget strategy
With a $254 billion budget behind them, state lawmakers said they're frustrated by the drawn-out process and how Gov. Kathy Hochul flexed her executive muscle to hold up the spending plan five weeks past its deadline.
3. Central New York diaper bank expands access to diapers for families in need
For thousands of families across Central New York, diapers are not just a baby item – they’re a financial burden. Unlike food or health care, diapers are not covered by most public assistance programs, leaving many parents scrambling to afford this basic necessity.
Around the Nation
1. Zelenskyy hopes for ceasefire with Russia and says he'll be 'waiting for Putin' in Turkey personally
2. Trump team mulls suspending the constitutional right of habeas corpus to speed deportations. Can it?
3. Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine and Gaza, saying 'Never again war'