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Taking stock of gun violence in New York
New York reported a decline in shootings in communities participating in the Gun Involved Violence Elimination initiative.
Defense attorneys wary of more anonymous jurors
Legislation unanimously approved in Albany would lower the threshold for a jury to be anonymous to a criminal defendant.
State could examine fees charged with regulated apartments
Assemblymember Jeffery Dinowitz wants to study the fees changed by landlords to tenants living in regulated apartments.
Who is responsible for ‘Child Victims Act’ lawsuit payouts?
Insurers and large institutions are at odds over who should pay to settle cases brought under the Child Victims Act.
Taxes on tips enters the political debate
The presidential candidates have shined a spotlight on taxes on tips, prompting a state proposal ending taxes on tips.
An unexpected public service career for the dean of the senate
State Sen. Neil Breslin, an Albany County Democrat, sits down for his exit interview after 28 years in the Capitol.
Sen. Myrie discusses gun violence prevention
Sen. Zellnor Myrie, a Brooklyn Democrat, is calling for a wide array of action to address gun violence.
Heading to Albany: Assembly’s progressive bench getting deeper
Albany Common Council Member Gabriella Romero discusses her journey to the Assembly following a Democratic primary win.
Political campaign memorabilia show set for Albany
Campaign tchotchke collector Brian Fessler discusses his collection and a political memorabilia show planned for Oct. 5.
