🔗 https://l.syracuse.com/nbcydi New York’s minimum wage is going up again on Jan. 1, 2026 to $16 in Upstate and $17 Downstate. That’s about $20 more a week for full-time workers. Starting in 2027, the wage will rise automatically each year based on inflation, unless the economy weakens, which could freeze the increases. Tap the link above to see the full story. Reporting like Kevin's takes time, effort and money to produce. If you care about this type of high-quality, reliable, local journalism