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Trump undercuts EPA’s climate change fighting tools
We try to make sense of the fallout from the Trump administration rolling back federal rules on greenhouse gas emissions.
State labor commissioner discusses executive budget
New York State Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon talks red tape, spending on child care subsidies, and expanding an AI tool.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli shares budget concerns
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli raises a red flag on long-term budget deficits and potential restrictions on his oversight.
State ethics watchdog faces budget cut
Despite new revenue opportunities and proposed technology upgrades, the state's ethics watchdog is facing a funding cut.
Behavioral health providers identify insurers for litany of problems
NYS Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare's Lauri Cole talks about prompt payments to her members and cutting red tape.
Know you rights when hiring a tax preparer
We talk with the state Department of Taxation and Finance about consumer protections available when hiring tax preparers.
What the Hochul budget proposal means for seniors
State Office for the Aging Director Greg Olsen discusses programs and funding in the state budget impacting New York's seniors.
Records show inconsistent, lax discipline in state police
Investigative journalist Sammy Sussman examined disciplinary records underscoring problems with state police discipline.
WFP navigates governor’s race and leadership change
WFP leader Jasmine Gripper explains the decision not to endorse a primary challenge to Gov. Kathy Hochul.
