New York policymakers target ‘squatting’
Sen. John Liu, a Queens Democrat, talks about language in the budget protecting homeowners against so-called squatters.
Thruway leader discusses tolls, rest stops, and confirmation
State Thruway Authority Executive Director Frank Hoare gives an update on the state thruway system.
State budget makes minor updates to alcohol laws
New York has updated what drinks can be sold in movie theaters and extended "drinks to go" authorization for restaurants.
State’s offshore wind goals dealt major setback
New York Offshore Wind Alliance Director Fred Zalcman discusses the latest green energy developments in the Empire State.
Rural county eyes universal high-speed internet access
Schoharie County Administrator Korsah Akumfi discusses the steps being taken to realize 100 percent connectivity.
State budget adds medical debt protections
Community Service Society of New York's Elisabeth Benjamin discusses medical debt and increasing financial assistance.
The recipe for a budget COLA
This week we explore how state policymakers ended up with a 2.84% COLA for the human services sector.
Embracing food as medicine in New York
Legislation would require Medicaid to cover medically tailored meals for New Yorkers with chronic conditions.
New York embarks on AI development gambit
Is New York going to be the next leader in artificial intelligence research? State policymakers hope so.
Hochul’s housing czar discusses budget deal
NYS HCR Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas talks about new home construction efforts and increasing tenant protections.