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Albany opts for more rigorous police oversight
Voters in Albany gave teeth to their city's civilian police review board. Could other municipalities follow their lead?
It’s infrastructure week in New York!
A federal infrastructure bill means about $170 billion of funding for roads, bridges and more is coming to New York.
New York attempts to vaccinate 1.5 million kids
The state's director of epidemiology explains the campaign underway to get COVID-19 vaccines to kids ages 5 to 11.
New York tourism poised for rebound
New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association President Mark Dorr assesses a recovery package for the industry.
Spring planting season uncertain for potential marijuana farmers
Top state marijuana regulator says it's unclear when farmers can plant crop for adult-use businesses
Tish James releases transcripts from investigation into Cuomo (DOCS)
New York AG Tish James releases transcripts of interviews from investigation into former-Gov. Andrew Cuomo
Long row to hoe for New York’s cannabis czar
Get to know Chris Alexander, the first executive director of the state's Office of Cannabis Management.
State paleontologist preserving New York’s history
Dr. Lisa Amati explains the ramifications of a fossilized forest discovery in Greene County and how it can be enjoyed.
Finding meaning in low-turnout standardized tests
Less than half the students in grade 3 - 8 who normally take standardized tests sat for their exams this past spring.
