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BONUS: Elise Stefanik suspends bid for governor
Congresswoman Elise Stefanik suspended her short-lived bid for governor, so we're exploring what it means for New York's political landscape.
Filling the gaps in New York’s guardianship system
Assemblyman Chuck Lavine talks about his legislation addressing the shortcomings of the state's guardianship system.
State hopes to accelerate transmission permitting process
Zeryai Hagos, head of the NYS Office of Renewable Energy Siting and Electric Transmission, discusses new permitting rules.
Senate Dems look to go on the offensive in Hudson Valley
Poughkeepsie City Council member Evan Menist is hoping to flip a purple senate district has eluded Democrats since redistricting.
Investments in afterschool care critical to universal child care
We discuss an expansion of high-quality afterschool care with the head of New York State Network for Youth Success.
The case for recalculating state support for English Language Learners
Association of School Boards and Business Officials of NY's Brian Cechnicki discusses education funding for English Language Learners.
Seneca Nation looks for partners to combat drug trafficking
Seneca Nation President J. Conrad Seneca calls for stronger working ties between local law enforcement and Indian Nations .
New York expands emissions collection data efforts
NYLCV President Julie Tighe discusses new emissions data being collected and calls for additional steps to reduce pollution.
Restaurant industries wish list for Planet Albany
Dec. 17, 2025- We check in with New York State Restaurant Association President & CEO Melissa Fleischut, and restaurateur Dominick
