Child care infrastructure further weakened during pandemic
A new survey from the Children’s Agenda highlights a net loss of child care providers during the pandemic.
Police investigators urge legislative action on gun crime
The state police investigators association wants tougher penalties for gun crimes and changes to pre-trial procedures.
Pollsters embark on outreach experiment
Siena College Research Institute and Emerson College Polling are asking the same questions, but to different people.
Court-ordered mental health treatment cases increasing
Aug. 12, 2022 - Gotham Gazette reporter Ethan Geringer-Sameth shares details from his reporting on the use of court-ordered mental
Hochul administration solicits input on agriculture policies
State Department of Agriculture & Markets Commissioner Richard Ball provides an update on statewide listening tours.
Affordable housing is the new employment perk
Oneida Indian Nation’s Dana Sovocool explains how Turning Stone Resort Casino is trying to attract new hires.
Increasing detection of lead exposure
Senate Health Committee Chair Gustavo Rivera wants increased screenings for elevated levels of lead in children's blood.
Ramping up protections of New York’s freshwater
State Sen. Rachel May is continuing her push to preserve and protect New York freshwater with a new package of bills.
Comptroller Tom DiNapoli on pension fund and contract oversight
Comptroller Tom DiNapoli discusses the state pension fund's returns, including what they mean for taxpayers moving forward.
Meeting the needs of New York’s crime victims
State Office of Victims Services Director Elizabeth Cronin explains how victim compensation works in New York.
