Environmental justice driving new state permitting process
A new permitting policy is designed to protect communities disproportionately hurt by pollution in the past.
Environmental coalition urges investment in climate action fund
The NY Renews coalition wants the state to invest at least $1 billion shovel-ready projects through the Climate Action Fund.
Navigating the evolving hearing aid landscape
The state issued guidance this fall to help New Yorkers with hearing loss navigate over-the-counter hearing aid options.
New York’s marijuana marketplace begins new phase
The state's cannabis czar discusses the latest round of licenses for marijuana growers, processors, and retailers.
Regulating high-speed police pursuits
NYCLU's Christopher Dunn highlights the dangers of police pursuits in metropolitan areas.
State mental health official discusses investments in kids
We break down the ramifications of the state's record investments in mental health services for kids in the current budget.
Legal representation gap persists in civil courts
The Legal Aid Society's Adriene Holder highlights the challenges of navigating civil proceedings without a lawyer.
Insurers oppose direct billing for out-of-network ambulances
Health insurers are hoping to block legislation they claim will increase ambulance costs, without improving care.
High levels of food insecurity persist in New York
Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York CEO Tom Nardacci discusses Nourish New York and serving asylum seekers.
Using nature-oriented solutions to preserve shorelines
A new law encourages state environmental officials to use nature-oriented solutions when preserving shorelines.
