An online path to the ballot
Sen. Rachel May, a Syracuse Democrat, is proposing a digital option for candidates collecting nominating signature.
New York plots energy storage expansion by 2030
The state has released a new roadmap for achieving 6,000 Megawatts of energy storage in the next seven years.
Senate Dems sink Hochul’s chief judge pick
Times Union Capitol reporter Josh Solomon recaps a dramatic Senate Judiciary Committee meeting.
Comptroller DiNapoli discusses headlines from the Capitol
New York Comptroller Tom DiNapoli discusses his oversight powers and a Congressional inquiry into state unemployment fraud.
Immigration coalition underwhelmed by Hochul’s 2023 vision
New York Immigration Coalition Executive Director Murad Awawdeh assesses Gov. Kathy Hochul’s State of the State address.
School boards association optimistic about 2023 agenda
New York State School Boards Association Executive Director Bob Schneider discusses budget and policy goals for 2023.
New environmental leader in the Assembly
Assemblymember Deborah Glick, a Manhattan Democrat, discusses her new role as chair of the chamber's environmental committee.
Guarding the needs of vulnerable New Yorkers
Project Guardianship CEO Kimberly George calls for a strong network of guardians to protect vulnerable New Yorkers.
Disability advocates look for staff investment in budget
New York Disability Advocates President Mike Alvaro calls for investments in staff wages and a cost-of-living bump.
Upstate performing arts venues pursue recurring state funding
A coalition of 13 upstate theaters are calling for a recurring $20 million state fund to support their operating needs.
