A new chapter for former LG Brian Benjamin
Brian Benjamin visited the studio to talk about his past corruption case, what makes a good LG, and his future.
Nonprofits contracting with the state want a cost of living raise
The human services sector of nonprofits in New York want a 2.7 percent raise from the state to keep up with inflation.
Hochul pauses all-electric building mandate
The New York director at the Building Decarbonization Coalition makes the case for keeping gas appliances out of new construction.
Won’t somebody think of the businesses?!?!?
Employers don't feel like they have anyone's ear in Albany. Is that true? And if it is, what can they do about it?
Marijuana tax revenue begins to flow to New York communities
The head of the state's Cannabis Advisory Board talks about investing into communities and preventing out-of-state marijuana sales.
A second look at local subsidies for housing construction
A new report argues that economic development agencies should not be offering tax breaks to incentivize new home building.
State budget director talks New York finances
We explore an expiring corporate tax rate, the current year finances, and which agencies have ideas on cutting red tape.
Lessons learned from NY’s opioid epidemic investments
The Drug Policy Alliance analyzed spending of the state's opioid settlement funds and how to invest future money.
New Yorkers weigh in on possible gubernatorial matchup
We break down the latest survey from the Siena Research Institute, which examined the race for governor and tax increases.
Drug treatment groups brace for new hurdles from Washington
Federal changes to Medicaid eligibility could hinder some New Yorkers from accessing treatment for their drug addiction.
