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Thousands languish on wait lists for mental health services
New York amasses wait lists for mental health services while Gov. Kathy Hochul looks to expand involuntary commitments.
Hochul promotes early release in prisons
The state's prisons may get some breathing room by moving up the release date of New Yorkers already scheduled to be let go.
Trump’s DOJ looking at NY AG Tish James
NY Attorney General Letitia James could find herself under a federal criminal investigation because of property paperwork.
Contenders, pretenders, and ascenders in the GOP gubernatorial field
The field of Republican candidates for governor in 2026 is starting to take shape.
POLL: Late budget, gubernatorial candidates, & Trump policies
We break down the latest survey of voters by the Siena College Research Institute with pollster Steve Greenberg.
Regulating prices set with consumer data
Assemblymember Emérita Torres explains her legislation regulating the use of price adjustments informed by consumer data.
AG Tish James goes after de facto payday lenders
New York State Attorney General Letitia James has sued online financial services accused of abusive and deceptive practices.
Thousands of foster kids on the move without luggage
Assemblymember Phara Souffrant Forrest, a Brooklyn Democrat, explains why kids in foster care need to be provided with luggage.
Inspector General looks to curb workers’ compensation fraud
New York State Inspector General Lucy Lang discusses a recent report on workers' compensation fraud investigations in 2024.