The Great New York State Fair, in Syracuse, which started last week and runs through Labor Day, had an entire day dedicated to celebrating the industry. [New York Times]• The New York State Court of Appeals expanded the definition of what it means to be a parent, especially for same-sex couples. New York Today is a weekday roundup that stays live from 6 a.m. till late morning. Follow the New York Today columnists, Alexandra Levine and Jonathan Wolfe, on Twitter. You can find the latest New York Today at nytoday.com.

Source: New York Times August 31, 2016 10:03 UTC