The reality of fighting the opioid epidemic
Assemblyman John McDonald shares how he came to view drug consumption sites as a powerful tool in combating overdose deaths.
Overhauling control of New York City schools
The New York Civil Liberties Union wants to add more transparency and accountability to the control of New York City schools.
New Yorkers weigh in on state’s climate action plan
The Climate Action Council has begun soliciting input on its draft plan for dramatically reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Labor shortage is no guarantee of work for formerly incarcerated
University at Albany professor Shawn Bushway discusses the job prospects of New Yorkers with a criminal record.
Prosecutors hone in on Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin’s fundraising
Federal investigators are examining Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin's failed bid for New York City controller in 2021.
New York launches online absentee ballot tracker
New Yorkers voting via absentee will be able to go online for updates on their ballot application and ballot submissions.
New York’s overtaxed mental health infrastructure
Reporter Abigail Kramer examined the ramifications of a 2014 state initiative to move away from psychiatric hospitals.
State government watchdog poised for makeover
New York Public Interest Research Group Executive Director Blair Horner describes meaningful government oversight.
After delay, state implements nursing home staffing rules
After months of delays, Gov. Kathy Hochul is letting a law take effect that increase staffing at long-term care facilities.
Without a state budget, temporary funding approved
Newsday Capitol correspondent Michael Gormley explains the stop-gap funding measure to keep state government running.
