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.
The relationship between New York and Canada
The Consul General of Canada in New York discusses his recent visit to Albany and the possible fallout of tariff escalation.
Governor launches ‘unplug and play’ initiative
The head of the state parks and recreation discusses capital funding to support pools, playgrounds, and community buildings.
Advancing the public health campaign against hepatitis C
Public health advocates want to make screening for hepatitis C more accessible and expand treatment services.
Making it easier to build new housing
Open New York wants state policymakers to adjust state laws to promote new housing and make it easier to build homes.
Hochul looks to overhaul court discovery laws
Prosecutors are backing proposed changes to the laws governing evidence disclosure, but defense attorneys are pushing back.
State transparency leader wants updates to sunshine laws
The head of the state Committee on Open Government shares some of the 2025 priorities identified in their annual report.