Can horse racing stand on its own four feet?
Horse racing critic John Scheib makes the argument against using VLT revenue to support the horse racing industry.
Comptroller talks Wall Street bonuses and state budget
A drop in Wall Street bonuses in 2022 could indicate a decline in future state revenues.
Drug court use drops with change in pre-trial detention laws
For many criminal defendants, being held behind bars while awaiting trial was an incentive to pursue drug court.
Hochul’s housing chief defends plan to mandate home creation
Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to require the New York City area to grow its housing stock by 3 percent over three years.
What it takes to win
What does it take to get a major policy or funding priority into the state budget?
Assembly GOP urge limitations on ‘Raise the Age’ diversions
Assemblymember Mary Beth Walsh wants New York to change how it determines if minors facing criminal charges go to family court.
Access to child care hinges on investment in industry workforce
Record state investments in child care in 2022 haven't necessarily translated into more New Yorkers accessing care.
New Yorkers weigh in on key budget sticking points
Siena College Research Institute asked New Yorkers how they feel about key issues being debated in budget negotiations.
Crime, bail and the 2022 data set for New York
We assess the criminal justice landscape in New York by digging into crime data from 2022.
Higher education budget debate revolves around tuition costs
Assembly Higher Education Committee Chair Pat Fahy weighs in on the higher education portion of budget negotiations.