A federal judge struck down a New York law for companies to pay $75 billion for climate change costs. An EarthJustice lawyer says polluter pays laws are not new and this could get reversed.
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For the first time, visitors to the NYS Fair can learn about the responsible consumption of cannabisOrganizers call the Green Standard Alliance booth at the NYS Fair a major milestone for the state's cannabis industry, focusing on safety and education.
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The Herkimer Diamond quartz crystal found in Upstate NY is as clear as a diamond and, some claim, rarer.
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The artists went micro in a big way making it part of the fun in finding the details for fair visitors admiring the butter.
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Governor Kathy Hochul approved $36 million in additional funding for a range of agencies that help survivors of rape, domestic violence, child abuse and other crimes. But agencies want more stability.
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Heavy rain and severe weather forced the New York State Fair to temporarily close and end early Wednesday following flooding across the fairgrounds.
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The court-brokered agreement now goes to the county executive who is required to hold a public hearing and sign it into law by September 9th
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On Wild Card, famous guests answer questions that we don't always talk about. Musician Sara Bareilles talks about the importance of crying in her life.
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A mother was caught in a current while saving her son in Lake Michigan. When she couldn't get them closer to shore, a man appeared to help.
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NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Sam Holleran, one of the authors behind the new book Scattered Steel: the afterlife of the World Trade Center.
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Nearly 600 artists submitted crop art at the Minnesota State Fair. Using seeds from Minnesota grown crops, many artists created scenes inspired by Operation Metro Surge.
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The U.N. has backed a new map showing Africa in its true relative size, with the U.S. standing alone in opposition.