June 22, 2020: COVID-19 adds to the mental stress of New Yorkers
The Capitol Pressroom · June 22, 2020: COVID-19 adds to the mental stress of New Yorkers The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on the mental health needs of New Yorkers. We heard from Glenn Liebman, CEO of
June 19, 2020: A reporter’s front-row view to COVID-19 history
The Capitol Pressroom · June 19, 2020: A reporter’s front-row view to COVID-19 history The Governor’s daily press briefings which have become a must-watch occasion for many New Yorkers will transition to an as needed basis starting today. Jesse
June 12, 2020: Independent political parties sidelined by COVID-19
The Capitol Pressroom · June 12, 2020: Independent political parties sidelined by COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic put a wrench in the Upstate Jobs Party’s efforts for growth in the 2020 elections. We heard from Martin Babinec, founder of the
June 3, 2020: Sheltering without a home: COVID-19 creates additional challenges for foster youth
The Capitol Pressroom · June 3, 2020: Sheltering without a home: COVID-19 creates additional challenges for foster youth Sheltering at home is just one of the tools used in stopping the spread of COVID-19.
June 2, 2020: Cuomo balks at shouldering criticisms for NY’s COVID-19 response
The Capitol Pressroom · June 2, 2020: Cuomo balks at shouldering criticisms for NY’s COVID-19 response During the coronavirus pandemic, Governor Cuomo has enjoyed increased national attention and record high approval ratings. However, that era of good feelings may
May 28, 2020: Lawmakers pass COVID-19 bills after nearly 2-month hiatus
The Capitol Pressroom · May 28, 2020: Lawmakers pass COVID-19 bills after nearly 2-month hiatus The legislature returned to session this week for the first time since passage of the state budget. We heard from Brad Hoylman (D-Manhattan), chair
May 27, 2020: Pharmacists could play integral role in expanding COVID-19 testing
The Capitol Pressroom · May 27, 2020: Pharmacists could play integral role in expanding COVID-19 testing Pharmacies are adapting their models and pushing for new regulations to address the needs of their communities. We discussed this issue with Steven
May 26, 2020: Public health detectives on the case of the COVID-19 spread
The Capitol Pressroom · May 26, 2020: Public health detectives on the case of the COVID-19 spread Having an adequate number of contact tracers in a region are just one of the parameters that regions will need to meet
May 25, 2020: Manhattan Assemblymember proposes COVID-19 New Deal package
The Capitol Pressroom · May 25, 2020: Manhattan Assemblymember proposes COVID-19 New Deal package The COVID-19 pandemic has had a tremendous impact on the financial wellbeing of New Yorkers in every region. Now, Asm. Yuh-Line Niou (D-Manhattan) is calling
May 22, 2020: Hospitals brace for second COVID-19 wave amid financial woes
The Capitol Pressroom · May 22, 2020: Hospitals brace for second COVID-19 wave amid financial woes The healthcare system in New York has been running on full gear during this pandemic. How are they preparing for a potential second
