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Gov. Kathy Hochul envisions a 5 gigawatt buildout of nuclear generation including a plant in Upstate New York—the biggest expansion of nuclear power anywhere in the U.S. in decades. Supporters say it’s a necessary investment in the state’s economic future and electric reliability, but environment groups say nuclear remains slower and more expensive than other clean-energy alternatives.
Facing a huge gulf in contributions and spending, District 25 challenger Robin Wilt has attacked incumbent Rep. Joe Morelle over ads created by a PAC with ties to AI and Trump.
The state Assembly district, a Republican stronghold that spans Wayne County and Webster, has three GOP candidates vying in this month’s primary to succeed fellow party member Brian Manktelow.
Robin Wilt will challenge Rep. Joe Morelle in the Democratic primary for New York’s 25th District. Both candidates say this election cycle is critical for the nation’s future.
Bill Moehle, who has held the position for four consecutive terms, suspended his re-election campaign after town board member Nate Salzman received the party designation.
In this year’s Democratic primary, Brighton Town Supervisor Bill Moehle faces a challenge from board member Nate Salzman, who recently became the party’s designated candidate. Will Democratic voters give their longtime supervisor another term or opt for new town leadership?
The town board member challenging longtime Supervisor Bill Moehle has received the official designation from the Brighton Democratic Committee.
Backlash prompted Rochester councilmembers to rescind the big raise they approved in December, but those who supported the increase say it’s still needed given the work required by their elected positions.
Monroe County’s suburbs elected more Democrats than ever in November. Is this an indication of a lasting enrollment shift or a cluster of fluke victories?
Malik Evans secured more than 85 percent of the vote over his Conservative challenger, while the race in Monroe County’s 12th Legislative District saw a historic upset.
A split among candidates on the right and a shifting enrollment trend inject unpredictability into a once-solid Republican county legislative district.
