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Balance of power shifts in New York’s whistleblower protections
New York's whistleblower protections have been narrowly applied in the past, but a new law will likely change that.
Advocate to help steer new funding against opioid epidemic
Avi Israel, a substance use recovery advocate, was appointed by AG Tish James to serve on the Opioid Settlement Board.
Batteries could power Southern Tier’s future
Stan Whittingham, a Nobel prize winner for chemistry, wants the Binghamton-area to be a battery manufacturing hub.
State releases long-awaited plan for eliminating hepatitis C
More than two years after a hepatitis c elimination task force last convened, the DOH releases their report
Hochul looks to put her stamp on NYC transit hub
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced plans to overhaul Penn Station, including giving the transit hub a new name.
Interview transcripts offer insights into former governor
Interview transcripts from probe by the attorney general's office provide a deeper insight into Cuomo administration.
What the failure of Prop. #1 means for redistricting
New York Law School's Jeff Wice explains what to expect with the state's redistricting process over the next few months.
Health official’s testimony confirms problematic pandemic response
Lack of coordination and sidelining of health experts were hallmarks of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's response to COVID-19.
Lawsuit: New York unlawfully blocking creation of foster families
The state's broad application of who can serve as foster parents is being challenged by the Legal Aid Society.
