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The good, the bad, and unfinished child care initiatives
We consider what the adopted state budget does - and doesn't do - to make child care more accessible.
Nonprofits serving families and kids struggle financially
We discuss state funding for human services and explore the future of foster care, which grapples with high insurance costs.
State solar permitting agency addresses public concerns
We explore the real and perceived powers of a state office responsible for permitting large-scale solar projects.
Inside the strategy of Gov. Kathy Hochul
Politico New York's Nick Reisman shares insights from a one-on-one interview with Gov. Kathy Hochul.
State reports examines afterschool care landscape
NYS OCFS Commissioner DaMia Harris-Madden reflects on an overdue state report examining afterschool care in the Empire State.
Troopers secure paid time to process violent incidents
We examine a new benefit ensuring state police members get paid time off when they're involved in the serious use of force.
2026 legislative session superlative awards
Dan Clark, Raga Justin and David Lombardo hand out superlative awards for the 2026 legislative session.
Structural problems underlie behavioral health services delays
A new report highlights the delays for New Yorkers in need of community-based services for behavioral health disorders.
Data centers in bullseye of New York policy debates
Times Union Investigative Reporter Ezra Bitterman talks about the future development of data centers in New York.
