Jon Campbell

Federal prosecutors have dismissed bribery and record falsification charges against former New York Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin, citing insufficient evidence following the death of a key witness. Benjamin, who resigned three years ago, had pleaded not guilty to accusations involving campaign contributions and a $50,000 grant.

New York state will not tax student loans covered by President Joe Biden's forgiveness plan.

The state Appellate Division in Rochester ruled New York's congressional maps violated the state constitution.