Moving away from objective testing for high school diplomas
The state Board of Regents met this summer to approve an updated pathway to getting a diploma.
New targets for multi-state greenhouse gas program
New York's effort to cap emissions may have stalled, but the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative has entered a new phase.
Hochul administration defends deviations from state climate law
State law required a system restricting pollution from major emitters to be in place by now, but it hasn't been implemented.
Checking in with the head of the state Thruway Authority
State Thruway Authority Executive Director Frank Hoare visits the studio for a mid-year update.
Meeting the health needs of LGBTQ New Yorkers
We explore a new survey of LGBTQ New Yorkers and how it will be used to address health disparities.
Radical transparency and progressive politics at core of new polling firm
Adam Carlson has struck out on his own with a new polling and research firm.
State settles legal challenge to home care transition
The state is implementing a settlement to resolve a challenge to its controversial transition of CDPAP.
Washington Republicans poke holes in NY social safety net
The social safety net in New York will likely have some holes moving forward as the result of federal policies championed by the GOP.
State watchdog reviews complaints about gambling regulator
We learn about some of the complaints about the state's gambling regulator received by the state Inspector General's Office in 2024.
State expands discounted energy program
State PSC Chair Rory Christian highlights regulations designed to ensure more families have access to discounted energy bills.
