Democrats lead the class in environmental marks
New York League of Conservation Voters President Julie Tighe breaks down her organization's environmental scorecard.
Being all that an ethics body can be
NYPIRG Executive Director Blair Horner identifies a wish list for the state's new ethics oversight body to implement.
Environmental advocates cry wolf. And they’re right
Protect the Adirondacks Executive Director Peter Bauer discusses the revelation that an animal hunted in 2021 was a wolf.
Oneida Indian Nation entering marijuana marketplace
By late 2023, the Oneida Indian Nation wants a "seed to sale" marijuana business up and running in central New York.
New Yorkers are leaders in average household debt
Analysis by the state comptroller's office found the average New York household has the fourth most debt in the country.
Environmentalists eye stricter drinking water standards
Guidance this summer from federal environmental regulators has changed the landscape around safe drinking water.
Consumer advocates urge protections with default registries
Lawmakers approved a bill this year limiting fees associated with default registries and when properties could be added.
COVID deals setback to New York’s AIDS reduction goals
New York originally hoped to end the AIDS epidemic by 2020. Now the goal is 2024.
No eyes in the skies over New York highways
The state's use of aircraft for traffic enforcement has been nonexistent for years, according to WGRZ reporter Nate Benson.
Serving aging New Yorkers with HIV
New York is investing $4 million toward improving screening and treatment for New Yorkers over the age of 50 with HIV.