Lake George groups split over proposed use of chemical herbicide
The potential use of a chemical herbicide in Lake George is being debated in the courts.
Fight over judicial confirmation raises constitutional questions
Times Union's Josh Solomon went to the library to learn about the intent behind New York's judicial confirmation process.
Environmentalists want additional dollars for outdated water infrastructure
Environmental Advocates NY's Rob Hayes says the governor should double her budget's proposed clean water investment.
Assemblyman Andrew Hevesi responds to governor’s budget
Assembly Children and Families Committee Chair Andrew Hevesi discusses the human services portion of the governor's budget.
Senator Tom O’Mara wants to increase highway speed limits
Legislation proposed by Sen. Tom O'Mara would pave the way for 70 mile per hour speed limits on certain highways.
Governor’s anti-poverty chief discusses budget proposal
New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance Commissioner Daniel Tietz discusses the governor's budget.
State regulators urged to require all-electric new construction
Rewiring America New York Policy Director Michael Hernandez discusses the power of an obscure regulatory council.
Getting to know the governor’s chief financial advisor
New York's acting Budget Director peels back the curtain on this year's process of crafting a state budget.
State sets minimum critical care staffing levels for hospitals
Politico New York reporter Maya Kaufman discusses the latest installment in the debate over hospital staffing levels.
Senate Health Chair Gustavo Rivera responds to Hochul’s budget
State Sen. Gustavo Rivera discusses a "mixed bag" of health proposals in Gov. Kathy Hochul's $227 billion proposed budget.
