Debate Over Gas Drilling Continues In New York
Environmentalists say gas drilling risks contaminated water wells and air pollution. The industry says those fears are exaggerated and that the process been used safely on tens of thousands of wells.
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Environmentalists say gas drilling risks contaminated water wells and air pollution. The industry says those fears are exaggerated and that the process been used safely on tens of thousands of wells.
Finding out the unofficial results after New York City's polls close can require plenty of patience, thanks to a paper-and-scissors, multiple-person process.
The $132.5 billion budget was negotiated by Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the Senate Republican and Assembly's Democratic majorities
When emergency crews respond to a car or building fire in Passaic, a bill might soon be sent out.
Members of the all-Republican township council in Medford are furious that Gov. Chris Christie is telling voters to "call their bluff" and vote down a proposed tax increase.
Finding sexual abusers of children and prosecuting their cases is one of law enforcement's top priorities. But in Brooklyn, District Attorney Charles Hynes' office has come under fire what not vigorously pursuing cases in the Orthodox and Hasidic Jewish communities.
The senator was chosen by congressional leaders for what is seen as a coveted and historic post in Washington.
The products produces a high when smoked and have been linked to severe adverse reactions including death and acute renal failure.
With outside contractors doing $10 billion in business with New York City this year, there is plenty of room for impropriety.
According to the poll, 49 percent of U.S. residents say the worst of the country's economic woes are behind us while 45 percent report there is more bad news ahead.
Residents in Springfield Gardens, Queens say that their neighbor's yard has become a prime site for illegal garbage dumping and a home for rats and raccoons.
School districts on Long Island are getting a lesson in drugs. Faculty members and parents are learning how to spot signs of drug use among students.
Pope Benedict XVI is visiting the island nation of Cuba today and those of Cuban descent living in Hudson County have something to say about it.
Since last year, we've been telling you about Connecticut St. Sen. Len Suzio's calls to lower the gas tax there. Now something is being done about it.
The baggage scandal has prompted calls for the Federal Aviation Administration to put undercover agents and cameras in the bellies of airplanes and enhance background checks on potential employees.
