Lawyer says COVID-19 vaccine requirement for schools could be met with resistance
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WHEC) — The latest coronavirus news from the state includes a hopeful promise for students kept out of school. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo now says he expects…
Is a business asking your vaccination status a HIPAA violation?
(WHAM) – Following New York’s adherence to the CDC guidance relaxing mask wearing for fully-vaccinated people, there is a commonly-asked question that comes up. Is it…
SUNY, CUNY schools require COVID-19 vaccine for in-person students
Last week, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that all SUNY and CUNY boards will require proof of vaccination for all students attending in-person classes this fall, and encouraged all…
In-Depth: Is it legal for businesses to ask your vaccination status?
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WHEC) — Many viewers have written to News10NBC with the same two questions: Is it legal to deny someone service if they are not vaccinated? Is it a violation of…
With mixed emotions, Capital Region veterans say ‘it’s time’ for Afghanistan withdrawal
Veterans in the Capital Region say they feel torn over President Joseph R. Biden’s plan to fully withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan by Sept. 11, ending America’s…
Some local businesses say their mask requirement will stay even if New York’s goes
PITTSFORD, N.Y. (WHEC) — Some businesses in our area are saying even if customers are vaccinated, masks are here to stay. News10NBC went around Monroe County asking stores how…
Recreational marijuana is legal in NY: Could the feds still arrest you?
New York lawmakers legalized recreational marijuana for adults 21 and up earlier this year, but nothing has changed on the federal level. The drug is just as illegal as ever as…
Can SUNY mandate faculty and staff get vaccinated?
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WHEC) — SUNY joined a growing list of universities mandating students to get the COVID-19 vaccine, but that’s not the case for those teaching or working at…
Can New York require children get the COVID-19 vaccine to attend public schools?
LIVERPOOL N.Y. — The FDA authorized the emergency use of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for children 12-15 on Monday, and New York is looking to start vaccinating the age group…
Can Federal Employees Challenge a Within Grade Increase (WGI) Denial?
Upon being denied a within grade increase (WGI), it is crucial for federal employees to know the appeal process and timeline so they may properly advocate for themselves. Any…