Leadership shakeup for state alcohol regulators
New leadership is coming to the state Liquor Authority after eight years.
Notary requirements present barrier to accessing civil courts
The Legal Aid Society discusses the future use of notaries for some legal actions in New York.
Reading the state’s fiscal tea leaves
The Fiscal Policy Institute explains the ramifications of initial tax receipts for the state's nascent fiscal year.
Nascent public election financing at risk of being undermined
Good government reformers are opposed to proposed changes to the state's public financing of election campaigns.
New York updating its hurricane response plan
The New York Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services is leading a hurricane evaluation study.
State resources for combating the opioid epidemic
We consider what the state budget does - and doesn't do - to combat the opioid epidemic.
NYRA bets downstate future on improved fan experience
The New York Racing Association discusses its plans to overhaul Belmont Park and attract new fans.
Legislation targets tax-deductible donations to Israeli settlements
Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani discusses tax-deductible donations to charities that support Israeli settlement operations.
Pandemic-era health care facility rules expiring
A look at the challenges and opportunities the health care industry faces as pandemic-era regulations are poised to expire.
LIVE from Planet Albany
A live recording of Dispatches from Planet Albany with guests Shontell Smith and Rebecca Garrard.
