Officials say the new COVID-19 omicron sub-variant, BA.2, is slowly spreading in New York. Outdoor dining rules get an extension in Connecticut, a lower court judge says Nassau Police should release misconduct records, and disagreements over bail reform continue to cause drama in the New York legislature.
Another variant to worry about?
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