What do the Discord leaks mean for the security clearance process?
In a June 30 memo, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin directed Pentagon officials to take a range of actions to tighten access to classified information. The directive stems from a…
New Legislation in NY Could Prohibit the Public Use of Marijuana
Back in July, New York State Senator George Borrello introduced legislation that would prohibit the smoking and consumption of marijuana in public places, unless specifically…
New legislation proposes to regulate short-term rentals, prices may go up
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Some people may prefer renting Airbnbs instead of hotels when it comes to booking trips — but for those traveling in New York, those prices may go up…
North Korea stays silent on its apparent detention of a US soldier who bolted across the border
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea stayed silent Wednesday about the detention of an American soldier who sprinted across the Koreas’ heavily fortified border as other…
NYS clarifies rules against corporal punishment in schools
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)— The New York State Board of Regents voted to update regulations when it comes to definitions relating to corporal punishment. Corporal punishment is not…
Flooding highlights need for future rail support
This week on Empire State Weekly, this week severe thunderstorms caused significant damage in several parts of the state. Flash flooding caused Amtrak service in the Hudson Valley…
Cost-effective positions may protect Dayton, Wright-Patt intelligence jobs
Tighter federal access to classified and secure information probably will not result in fewer contractors with clearances in the Dayton area around Wright-Patterson Air Force…
Sterling Renaissance Festival ‘Pickle Man’ said he was fired for having his service animal on property
Sterling, N.Y. — A vendor at the Sterling Renaissance Festival affectionately known as the “Pickle Man” will not be back for this season. The longtime vendor was fired, and…
A report that Elon Musk uses ketamine could put his security clearance at risk — again
A recent report in the Wall Street Journal that Elon Musk uses ketamine at parties could prompt an investigation into his security clearance, two attorneys who specialize in…
Judge bans White House communication with Big Tech
ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) — During the pandemic, we were overwhelmed with information on vaccines, where to get COVID tests, social distancing and more, but many claim some of those…