Report highlights use of force trends, but more data needed
The New York Civil Liberties Union weighs in on use of force data collected from departments all over the state.
Weighing the racial and ethnic impact of property development
Development projects in New York City will soon be required to assess their racial and ethnic impact.
Lawmakers propose codification of right to unionize for student-athletes
Assemblymember Michaelle Solages wants student-athletes to have stronger bargaining position with colleges and universities.
The plot thickens in 2019 JCOPE leak case
Albany Times Union investigative reporter Chris Bragg recaps the latest drama at the state's ethics watchdog.
Regulating the collegiate athlete gold rush
Assemblymember Michaelle Solages wants state rules to maximize earning potential of student-athletes.
Excluded Workers Fund’s application window rapidly approaching
Undocumented New Yorkers await final state regulations in advance of applying for state pandemic assistance.
Lawmakers urge Cuomo to revise non-emergency nursing home visitation rules
In odd twist, nursing homes revert to stricter visitation rules following end of official pandemic emergency.
New York’s redistricting commission gets to work
The state's bipartisan redistricting commission is getting the ball rolling with a statewide listening tour.
Property owners underwhelmed by rollout of state’s rent relief program
Burdensome process and lack of tenant engagement has landlords left wanting by state's rent relief program.
Senate Aging Committee chair discusses care for elderly
Senate Aging Committee Chair Rachel May discusses home care services and studying nursing home results.