Are Hochul and Mamdani on a collision course?
Could a fight over taxes cause a split between NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Gov. Kathy Hochul?
Getting to know Assemblyman Brian Cunningham
Assemblyman Brian Cunningham talks about his background, approach to state government, and the lieutenant governor job.
Handicapping the odds of Blakeman’s LG choice
Host David Lombardo and GOP political consultant Chapin Fay handicap the odds for Republican LG candidates.
Handicapping the odds of Hochul’s LG choice
Host David Lombardo and The Parkside Group's Alex Elmasri handicap the odds of potential LG candidates for Hochul.
What you might have missed in the executive budget
Host David Lombardo and Capitol Confidential author Dan Clark share some of the less appreciated parts of the executive budget proposal.
No new taxes? No problem
A dramatic increase in state tax receipts could explain why Governor Hochul isn't planning to raise taxes.
About that recreational marijuana rollout in New York….
Nearly five years since the legalization of marijuana in New York and the recreational marketplace is still facing challenges.
Drafting Lawmakers for the 2026 Fantasy League
To commemorate the Planet Albany Fantasy Lawmaker League for 2026, we held a live draft in the Capitol.
How do you judge an effective state lawmaker?
Since 2017, The Center for Effective Lawmaking has been trying to gauge the effectiveness of state and federal legislators.
Predictions and hopes for the 2026 session in Albany
In advance of the legislative session, we're making some predictions for the year ahead in Albany.
