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Erie County legislator Edward Rath III is the latest Republican to announce he will not challenge Democratic incumbent Mark Poloncarz in this year's…
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Six area Assembly members have banded together to call for the resignation of Speaker Sheldon Silver, following his arrest on Thursday on corruption…
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A potential legal issue has arisen in the race for the 146th State Assembly seat. Candidate Steve Meyer is alleging that a radio ad supporting incumbent…
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New York's rules about natural gas "fracking" have become more complicated following a ruling by the state's highest court that local governments can ban…
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With the legislative session in Albany scheduled to end Thursday, a vote is possible on a bill to legalize medical marijuana. Some members of the region's…
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With drivers hitting more and more potholes lately, local highway superintendents and state legislators are calling for more road funding. Assemblymember…
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Assemblyman Ray Walter is calling for New York State Education Commissioner John King to resign. The call comes after King spoke at an education budget…
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Advocates and opponents of legalizing medical marijuana turned out for a state Assembly hearing Thursday in Buffalo City Hall.Many testified about medical…