Democrat vying for red Assembly seat pushes progressive agenda
Democrat Mary Finneran discusses her bid for a deep-red Assembly seat, including her path to victory and policies she would prioritize.
Majority politics hinders idea to recruit volunteer first responders
Assemblymember Joe Angelino, a Central New York Republican, discusses his effort to incentivize more volunteer first responders.
Uncertain regulatory future of online prediction markets
We look at the landscape of online prediction markets, which have attracted the eye of state regulators and lawmakers in New York.
Assemblymember Reyes promotes healthy food choices
Assemblymember Karines Reyes discusses a package of bills designed to help New Yorkers make healthy food decisions.
Bruce Blakeman on energy costs, child poverty and the art of compromise
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, the GOP gubernatorial nominee, discusses energy affordability and cutting child poverty.
Federal weatherization dollars at risk of diversion by state
NYS Community Action Association CEO Tim Nichols wants the state to reverse course on plans to divert money from home weatherization.
State taps major events czar to oversee New York’s busy events calendar
Gov. Kathy Hochul tapped former NYC Council Member Justin Brannan to serve as senior director for major events operations.
Coalition calls for more train options north of Poughkeepsie
Empire State Passengers Association's Steve Strauss makes the case for Metro North to offer train service north of Poughkeepsie.
Doctors defend out-of-network billing resolution process
We revisit the dispute resolution process for determining the reimbursement rates for out-of-network emergency services.
Assemblyman Michael Cashman talks safety in prisons
Assemblymember Michael Cashman, a Plattsburgh Democrat, shares ideas to address safety in New York prisons.
