The state Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services warned that wind gusts up to 40 mph were likely, complicating efforts to douse flames.

New York Yankees' Austin Wells (28) celebrates his solo home run off Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jake Bloss with coach Travis Chapman during the first inning of a spring training baseball game Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara) AP

Buffalo and New York City have seen the most lease cancelations so far, White Plains has two and several other municipalities throughout the state have one each.

The New York Giants need to upgrade their quarterback room in a big way this offseason, but there aren't many attractive options to choose from.

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New York correction officers are set to return to work Monday following a new agreement with the state’s Department of Corrections and Community Supervision. The deal requires at least 85% of staff to report back before taking effect.

Cortland County, N.Y. — A 33-year-old woman in Cortland County was convicted Friday of murdering her mother. The Cortland County District Attorney Patrick Perfetti announced that Ariela Thran, of Fulton, was found guilty of second-degree murder for killing her mom, Patricia “Allison” Halverson in January 2024.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency on Saturday as crews battled brush fires on Long Island. She said 100,000 N95 masks will be sent to the impacted area.

Sherwood was scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent at 3 p.m. CDT Wednesday, but the Jets headed that off with a three-year, $45 million contract extension that includes $30 million in guaranteed money, SportsNet New Yor k, FOX Sports and ESPN reported on Sunday.

The Index of Upstate Business Leader Confidence jumped 18 points to 78.8, with the future outlook reaching 92.5. In the Rochester/Finger Lakes region, optimism is even higher. However, skepticism remains about New York’s state government, with 86% of CEOs lacking confidence in its ability to improve the business climate.