Lawmaker advocates for year-round legislative session
Assemblyman Bobby Carroll, a Brooklyn Democrat, argues that the planned 60-day legislative session isn't long enough.
Dairy promotion is big business for New York
New York Dairy Promotion Advisory Board Chair Larry Bailey explains how they direct $15 million annually.
Teachers craft plan for public schools at turning point
New York State United Teachers is offering policy makers ideas to improve education outcomes in New York.
State looks to coordinate stakeholders in Adirondack and Catskill parks
The New York Department of Environmental Conservation has identified two coordinators to oversee the state’s preserves.
Sen. Mayer touts diverse, lengthy resume in bid for AG
Sen. Shelley Mayer, a Westchester County Democrat, is running for New York Attorney General.
Supervised drug consumption sites exit the shadows
We explore what it means for New York City to give its stamp of approval to two sites where illegal drug use is condoned.
Redistricting effort faces time crunch and partisan obstacles
Jack Martins, vice chair of the state bipartisan redistricting commission, gives a status update on their map making.
Lead poisoning risks persist for New York’s kids
Sen. Brian Kavanagh discusses the dangers of lead poisoning and identifies policies that could mitigate the risks.
Suozzi opposes New York unilaterally assigning cost to carbon
U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi says it would be a mistake for New York to adopt the CCIA.
Rep. Tom Suozzi makes his case to be governor
U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi, a Long Island Democrat, explains why he is uniquely qualified to be the next governor of New York.
