State lawmakers give themselves a $32,000 raise
NYPIRG Executive Director Blair Horner argues that state lawmakers shouldn't be responsible for setting their own salaries.
Progressives balk at Hochul’s chief judge nominee
State Sen. Julia Salazar discusses her opposition to Judge Hector LaSalle leading the New York Court of Appeals.
The 2022 headlines from Planet Albany
Times Union Editor Casey Seiler helps recap some of the biggest stories from the Capitol.
Federal corruption cases challenged by law interpretations
The dismissal of corruption charges against former Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin underscores a problem for prosecutors.
New York’s evolving nursing home landscape
LeadingAge New York President Jim Clyne discusses state regulations for nursing homes and calls for oversight reforms.
Progressives to push for more taxes on wealthy in 2023
Fiscal Policy Institute Executive Director Nathan Gusdorf makes the case for increasing taxes on wealthy New Yorkers.
Overhaul envisioned to fix MTA finances and services
Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani, a Queens Democrat, discusses the "Fix the MTA" plan that's up for consideration in Albany.
Lawmakers of color propose ‘People’s Budget’ for 2023
The state Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian legislative caucus has a "Building Resilient Communities" agenda for 2023.
Unpacking New York’s climate action plan
Climate Action Council member Robert Howarth reflects on the state's new blueprint for addressing greenhouse gas emissions.
Prison working conditions eyed for reform
The Legal Aid Society wants legislation to address workplace safety and compensation rates for incarcerated New Yorkers.
