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Brian Benjamin out as lieutenant governor
Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin resigned after being charged him with public corruption stemming from his time as a senator.
Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin resigns
The Harlem Democrat is facing federal corruption charges.
Poozer Pop Culture: The force is strong in Queens
Deputy Senate Majority Leader Mike Gianaris explain how he became a fan of the Star Wars series and why he loves Rogue One.
Advocating for deaf New Yorkers
Jerry Bergman makes the case for creating a state office dedicated to the needs of New Yorkers who are deaf.
Record environmental investments in the budget
A look at the green investments in state budget and what advocates believe still needs to be done.
The reality of fighting the opioid epidemic
Assemblyman John McDonald shares how he came to view drug consumption sites as a powerful tool in combating overdose deaths.
Overhauling control of New York City schools
The New York Civil Liberties Union wants to add more transparency and accountability to the control of New York City schools.
New Yorkers weigh in on state’s climate action plan
The Climate Action Council has begun soliciting input on its draft plan for dramatically reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Labor shortage is no guarantee of work for formerly incarcerated
University at Albany professor Shawn Bushway discusses the job prospects of New Yorkers with a criminal record.
