A second look at local subsidies for housing construction
A new report argues that economic development agencies should not be offering tax breaks to incentivize new home building.
State budget director talks New York finances
We explore an expiring corporate tax rate, the current year finances, and which agencies have ideas on cutting red tape.
Lessons learned from NY’s opioid epidemic investments
The Drug Policy Alliance analyzed spending of the state's opioid settlement funds and how to invest future money.
New Yorkers weigh in on possible gubernatorial matchup
We break down the latest survey from the Siena Research Institute, which examined the race for governor and tax increases.
Drug treatment groups brace for new hurdles from Washington
Federal changes to Medicaid eligibility could hinder some New Yorkers from accessing treatment for their drug addiction.
Democrats propose new strings to economic development dollars
Assemblyman Jonathan Rivera doesn't want government subsidies going to businesses violating federal and state labor laws.
Trump administration sues NY for sensitive voter information
The Trump administration is taking New York to court for refusing to hand over sensitive voter identification information.
A letter to New York Democrats
What does it mean to be a Democrat? That's the question being posed to the party faithful in New York by Matt Castelli.
What to do with wastewater treatment byproducts?
Legislation in Albany would strictly regulate what happens to the byproducts of wastewater treatment.
Online ‘sweepstakes’ casinos want to make a deal in New York
Online sweepstakes games are under threat from state lawmakers and the state attorney general's office.
