Capitol Notes
Your destination for reporting that goes above and beyond The Capitol Pressroom’s daily audio output.
2024 Television Diary
The highs of 2024 in television reached epic proportions. Unfortunately, these gems were extremely rare.
2024 Movie Diary
The past year in cinema feels like a solid B. Catch up on my entire movie consumption habits from 2024.
Interim plan on aging requires major state investments
The Capitol Pressroom obtained an interim master plan on aging report that the Hochul administration won't release.
Hochul nixes 29 task forces, commissions, reports
For the third year in a row, Gov. Kathy Hochul vetoed bills that would authorize various task forces, commissions, and blue ribbon panels.
Gambling regulator weighs in on future of Catskill OTB
The state's gambling regulator is taking issue with the Catskill OTB's history of events that they say contributed to their planned closure.
Catskill OTB asks governor for help
The Catskill OTB is looking for a lifeline from Gov. Kathy Hochul.
Catskill OTB to cease accepting bets
Catskill OTB to stop accepting bets on Nov. 30, as they look to restructure and offer new gambling options.
Volunteers watch out for vulnerable New Yorkers. Does the state care?
Volunteers help oversee state facilities for vulnerable New Yorkers, but is the governor supporting these watchdogs?
Assembly considers artificial intelligence regulations
Assemblymember Alex Bores discusses a recent public hearing on regulating the use of artificial intelligence technology.
