Tropical Storm Dolly's forecast is drawing attention as forecasters watch its next move. Here's what the latest projections ...

Goalies from reigning sectional champions and several of Section III's top scorers return for the 2026 field hockey season.

Drivers sometimes flash their headlights to warn others about police or speed traps ahead. Here's what New York law and court ...

In the U.S., El Niño has its effect mostly during winter months, when the pattern increases the frequency of winter storms.

New York Governor's Race This Week is a weekly column by USA TODAY Network-New York reporters highlighting aspects of the 2026 campaign to lead the Empire State. Republican gubernatorial candidate ...

New York's homeless population has grown in communities outside New York City, including the Mohawk Valley, despite a statewide decline, a new report from the New York State Comptroller's Office ...

A new study has ranked each of the 50 states from best to worst. New York is No. 23 in the rankings. US News published its 2026 Overall Best State Rankings the week of July 27. Each state was analyzed ...

Cases of cyclosporiasis, a stomach-churning parasitic infection known for causing explosive diarrhea, have now reached 45 states, including New York, as infections climb well into the thousands. There ...