NY to have statewide patrols and sobriety checkpoints for Halloween: Here's why

A local news story from New York, reported by PIX11 NYC.

Local News · New York · October 24, 2026

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NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York Governor Kathy Hochul and State Police are urging drivers not to get behind the wheel impaired this spooky season. Governor Kathy Hochul announced increased statewide patrols and sobriety checkpoints from October 25–31, targeting impaired, distracted, and speeding drivers.

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