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Teacher certification process eyed for overhaul
The state Education Department looks to replace a controversial teacher certification assessment used to vet educators.
A bridge too low: state looks to curb overpass collisions
The state is ramping up its outreach efforts to stop truck drivers in New York from hitting bridge overpasses.
After half a century in the Assembly, Dick Gottfried plans for retirement
The Manhattan Democrat discusses his accomplishments, regrets, what comes next and his beard.
Volunteers serve as band-aid for understaffed hospitals
Eight nurses are augmenting the staff at a Rochester hospital for two weeks to help weather the holiday COVID-19 surge.
Uneven access to mental health services caused by state’s Medicaid billing
State lawmakers want to expand the types of mental health providers who are allowed to bill directly through Medicaid.
Federal student loan bills are looming
Starting February, millions of New Yorkers will need to start making payments again on their federal student loan debt.
Directions to New York’s greener future
The Climate Action Council has released a draft plan for New York to follow to cut its greenhouse gas emissions.
New state watchdog makes commitment to ‘good government’
State Inspector General Lucy Lang explains why she took her new job, how she'll police Albany, and remain independent.
Retailer welcomes mask mandate as alternative to shutdowns
Retail Council of New York State President & CEO Melissa O'Connor discusses implementation of latest pandemic rules.
