Panel reviewing education in prison poised to blow deadline
A commission studying education in prison is scheduled to release a report in September.
Promoting epilepsy awareness
Assemblymember Harvey Epstein pushes bill to arm New Yorkers with epilepsy with information about their conditions.
New York triples down on offshore wind
NYSERDA President & CEO Doreen Harris explains the state’s latest effort to harness offshore wind power.
Child care infrastructure further weakened during pandemic
A new survey from the Children’s Agenda highlights a net loss of child care providers during the pandemic.
Police investigators urge legislative action on gun crime
The state police investigators association wants tougher penalties for gun crimes and changes to pre-trial procedures.
Pollsters embark on outreach experiment
Siena College Research Institute and Emerson College Polling are asking the same questions, but to different people.
Court-ordered mental health treatment cases increasing
Aug. 12, 2022 - Gotham Gazette reporter Ethan Geringer-Sameth shares details from his reporting on the use of court-ordered mental
Hochul administration solicits input on agriculture policies
State Department of Agriculture & Markets Commissioner Richard Ball provides an update on statewide listening tours.
Affordable housing is the new employment perk
Oneida Indian Nation’s Dana Sovocool explains how Turning Stone Resort Casino is trying to attract new hires.
Increasing detection of lead exposure
Senate Health Committee Chair Gustavo Rivera wants increased screenings for elevated levels of lead in children's blood.