Public financing reshapes state legislative fundraising
A report by the Brennan Center found that matching local political contributions had a big impact on fundraising behavior.
Lagging investments in New Yorkers with disabilities
New York Disability Advocates want a major boost in spending on the workforce serving New Yorkers with disabilities.
Expanding health care options for workers’ compensation cases
We examine potential changes to the workers' compensation system designed to make it easier to access a medical provider.
Accelerating land protection in New York
Organizations looking to be land stewards in the Empire State have been slowed by state policies governing ownership.
One month of congestion pricing in the books
There has been a month of congestion pricing in Manhattan, so how is it going? We get answers from the Riders Alliance.
Albany Dems open door to delayed NY-21 special election
Legislation was introduced by the legislative leaders without any fanfare on Friday that could extend the timeline for holding special elections in New York.
Heating assistance faces uncertain future
The Home Energy Assistance Program subsidizes energy bills, but it abruptly stopped taking applications in January.
Meeting the needs of older New Yorkers
New York State Office for the Aging Director Greg Olsen discusses funding to cut down on waitlists for senior services.
Nonprofits struggle to keep up with inflation demands
The governor's proposed 2.1 percent COLA for non-profits that contract with the state won't cover their growing expenses.
Is the gravitational pull of Planet Albany weakening?
Democratic consultant Bradley Honan is making the case that power in state government has become more diffuse.