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Potential candidates emerge for new Capital Region senate seat
At least three Democrats are exploring a run for new seat that could be flipped to their party
Meet the new housing tax break, same as the old tax break
Legal Aid Society's Ellen Davidson discusses the governor's proposed change to a controversial construction tax break.
Creating more jobs for New Yorkers with disabilities
New York State Industries for the Disabled President Maureen O'Brien calls for updating the state's contracting rules.
New York takes steps to protect its pollinators
Environmentalists welcome new state pesticide restrictions, but are pushing lawmakers to go further in 2022.
Adirondack regulatory agency under new management
Adirondack Explorer's Gwen Craig discuses the appointment of Barbara Rice as the top staffer at the Adirondack Park Agency.
Billions at stake with potential Medicaid shakeup
Crain's New York health care reporter Maya Kaufman explains how the administration of Medicaid plans could be changing.
New York to embark on a pothole crusade
Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to invest $1 billion over the next five years to address the proliferation of potholes.
Senate Republicans target cost of living in New York
Sen. Tom O'Mara, a Southern Tier Republican, identifies taxes and regulations to change in New York.
In red political country, Democrat embraces blue policies
Leslie Danks Burke argues that candidates are best served by being honest about their values.













