Families face waitlists for child care voucher program
An increased investment by the state into child care vouchers hasn't eradicated wait lists for families around New York.
New York Dems prepare for redistricting battle
Assemblyman Micah Lasher makes the case for abandoning redistricting norms in New York to compete with changes in red states
State identifying endangered species for protection
The Hochul administration is in the process of crafting a 10-year plan to guide the conservation of endangered species.
Poll examines redistricting changes and responding to federal cuts
A Siena Research Institute survey explored changing New York's redistricting process and responding to federal spending cuts.
Wage parity for home care workers undermined by legal loopholes
A state law intended to give New York City home care workers a pay boost hasn't always been realized, reports New York Focus.
Patients and drug makers target ‘fail first’ prescription model
Health insurers can sometimes require patients try cheaper alternative drugs than what a doctor initially prescribed.
Political campaigns look to harness artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence is invading all corners of life and political campaigns are not immune from the spread.
New York AG calls for police chase reforms
State Attorney General Letitia James wants state policymakers to restrict when police can engage in high-speed pursuits.
State ‘sovereign rights’ cited in immigration debates
New York is fighting back against federal efforts to access state immigration information and interfere at state courthouses.
State support key to marine conservation efforts
We explore the work of the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society and the state's role in supporting their efforts.
