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Unpacking New York’s climate action plan
Climate Action Council member Robert Howarth reflects on the state's new blueprint for addressing greenhouse gas emissions.
Prison working conditions eyed for reform
The Legal Aid Society wants legislation to address workplace safety and compensation rates for incarcerated New Yorkers.
Assemblymember Pat Fahy discusses late son and his art
A new book of photographs memorializes the art of Assemblymember Pat Fahy's son and raises funds for arts initiatives.
Top state health official wary of mask mandates
New York Health Department First Deputy Commissioner Dr. Eugene Heslin doesn't think a mask mandate would work
New York’s plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Climate Action Council co-chairs Doreen Harris and Basil Seggos discuss the roadmap to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Respiratory illness transmission surges with cold weather
New York Department of Health Dr. Eugene Heslin discusses the merits of a mask mandate and proactive COVID-19 testing.
Lawsuit challenges restriction on jury service
The New York Civil Liberties Union is trying to overturn a state prohibition on jury service if you have a felony conviction.
2022 Television Diary
All the television shows that Capitol Pressroom host David Lombardo consumed in 2022.
NYCLU: Prison officials deviate from solitary confinement reforms
New York Civil Liberties Union Policy Counsel Jared Trujillo discusses implementation of solitary confinement reforms.
