Tag: New York Governor Andrew Cuomo

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Hints at Free Tuition

Governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo, peaked the interest of many on January 3rd with the suggestion of a proposal that would cover tuition prices at public universities and colleges in New York State for families earning up to $125,000 by 2019. “College is a mandatory step if you really want to be a success,” the Democratic governor said as he announced the plan, which requires approval by the state’s legislature. About 70 percent of […]

Authorities identify suspect in New York explosions

    (REUTERS) Authorities have identified a suspect in the Manhattan explosion case as a 28-year-old New Jersey resident of Afghan descent who may be armed and dangerous, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said on Monday. The New York Police Department released a photo of Ahmad Khan Rahami, who was wanted for questioning in the Saturday night explosions in Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood, de Blasio said on CNN. “He could be armed and dangerous,” […]

New York Governor Cuomo to lead trade mission to Cuba – WSJ

(Reuters) – New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is planning to lead one of the first trade missions to Cuba since the Obama administration loosened travel and trade restrictions on the Communist-ruled Caribbean island, the Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday. Quoting a person familiar with his plans, the paper said the Democratic governor, who will be among the first high-profile U.S. politicians to visit Cuba since last month’s policy shift, would announce his plan on […]