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Kaseem Moultrie on the steps of the capitol during the People's State of the State protest. Photo: Marie Cusick
Progressives present "people's" SOS message
Albany, NY, Jan 09, 2013 — A coalition of progressive groups got the jump on the governor's speech, holding their 23rd annual People's State of the State on the steps of the Capitol in Albany yesterday. Go to full article
Governor Cuomo meets with New York's congressional delegation and county executives to discuss the financial impacts of Hurricane Sandy. Photo: Governor's office via Flickr
Cuomo to Congress: show me the money
Albany, NY, Jan 04, 2013 — UPDATE: The Associated Press reported late this morning that Congress had overwhelmingly approved $9.7 billion to pay flood insurance claims for the many home and business owners flooded out by Superstorm Sandy. The Senate was expected to pass the bill later today.
After facing intense pressure from both parties for failing to pass a $60 billion federal relief package for Sandy victims over the holidays, House Republicans now say they will vote on a $9 billion flood insurance program today, and the remaining balance on Jan. 15, 2013.
But New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he still has doubts they'll follow through. Go to full article
After facing intense pressure from both parties for failing to pass a $60 billion federal relief package for Sandy victims over the holidays, House Republicans now say they will vote on a $9 billion flood insurance program today, and the remaining balance on Jan. 15, 2013.
But New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he still has doubts they'll follow through. Go to full article
A researcher at Dr. Agris' lab at the University at Albany. Photo via New York NOW
SUNY Albany expands RNA research
Albany, NY, Dec 26, 2012 — Most of us know all about DNA, the genetic building blocks that make us unique. But in recent years, there's a lot of interest in RNA-- a molecule that controls how our genes are expressed.
It has implications for treating everything from cancer to Alzheimer's disease and millions of dollars in federal and state investment are going into RNA research at the University at Albany. Go to full article
It has implications for treating everything from cancer to Alzheimer's disease and millions of dollars in federal and state investment are going into RNA research at the University at Albany. Go to full article
Weather data helped scientists predict the peak timing of flu outbreaks more than seven weeks before they happened. Photo: US Army Corps of Engineers Europe District via Flickr
Researchers predict flu with weather forecasting techniques
Nov 29, 2012 — Someday your local weatherman may also be able predict the latest flu outbreak.
That's according to a new study published this week in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Go to full article
That's according to a new study published this week in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Go to full article
Just 10 days after Hurricane Sandy, a Nor'easter dumped several inches of snow over much of the Northeast. But a new study indicates New York could be seeing a lot fewer cold blasts in the future. Photo (Sourland Mountain, NJ): Vilseskogen, CC some rights reserved
Climate change may lead to much warmer NY
Nov 13, 2012 — In the coming century will New York warm up by three degrees Fahrenheit and have a climate like Richmond, Virginia?
Or will it warm by eight degrees and become more like the state capital of Georgia, a city with the nickname "Hotlanta"? Go to full article
Or will it warm by eight degrees and become more like the state capital of Georgia, a city with the nickname "Hotlanta"? Go to full article
New York City's East River viewed from Roosevelt Island, 2 p.m. on Monday, October 29. Photo: Mark Lyon, CC some rights reserved
Hurricane Sandy: why don't some people heed weather warnings?
Oct 29, 2012 — During Governor Cuomo's briefing on Hurricane Sandy Monday morning, he emphasized the need for people in evacuation areas to leave when they're advised to.
But, with memories of overblown predictions for Hurricane Irene's impact on the New York City area last year, some people still aren't taking the weather that seriously. Go to full article
But, with memories of overblown predictions for Hurricane Irene's impact on the New York City area last year, some people still aren't taking the weather that seriously. Go to full article
Drilling rig in the Marcellus Shale region. Photo: Laurie Barr
Fracking supporters, foes prepare legal next steps
Albany, NY, Aug 31, 2012 — New York State is poised to issue its plans for hydrofracking. The decision could come any time after Labor Day. But there's no guarantee the controversy will die down, and both opponents and supporters are exploring their legal options. Go to full article
Russian graduate student Filipp Banfilov takes a test in his digital forensics course at UAlbany. Photo: Marie Cusick, Innovation Trail
American and Russian students learn cyber security together in Albany
Albany, NY, Aug 15, 2012 — A bill to strengthen the nation's cyber security laws stalled in Congress last week, but the issue remains a top priority for policy makers and business leaders around the globe.
The Innovation Trail's Marie Cusick reports on a new program at SUNY Albany that connects students in New York and Russia to teach them about cyber security. Go to full article
The Innovation Trail's Marie Cusick reports on a new program at SUNY Albany that connects students in New York and Russia to teach them about cyber security. Go to full article
Pres. Obama on a visit to Schenectady in 2011. Photo: Matt Ryan, Innovation Trail
President Obama praises New York State tech businesses
Albany, NY, May 09, 2012 — President Obama was in Albany yesterday and gave a speech taking aim at Congress. But as the Innovation Trail's Marie Cusick reports, the President also touted the region's growth in high-tech manufacturing. Go to full article
They deserve human dignity. They deserve to be treated fairly.
NY moves to end abuse of people with special needs in state care
Albany, NY, May 08, 2012 — Governor Andrew Cuomo Monday announced a major reform package aimed at ending the abuse and neglect of people with disabilities in state care. Marie Cusick reports from Albany. Go to full article
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