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Assembly Speaker Heastie promotes colonoscopy awareness
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie talks about his recent colonoscopy and why other New Yorkers should get a screening.
2025 Television Diary
The best parts of my television diet in 2025 were standouts that pushed the genre and gems that I caught up with.
County prosecutors looking to Albany for operational support
District Attorneys Association of the State of New York President Mary Pat Donnelly discusses funding priorities for 2026.
Expanding medical respite’s role in the continuum of care
Medical respite care is being pushed as a cheaper alternative than prolonged hospital stays for New Yorkers without stable housing.
Prison oversight measures await the governor’s signature
State Sen. Patrick Gallivan shares his reservations about legislation intended to increase oversight in New York's prisons.
122 bills on the governor’s desk
It's the season of giving somewhat controversial bills to the governor for her signature or veto.
NY health insurance marketplace disrupted by federal inaction
New York State of Health Executive Director Danielle Holahan discusses the fallout of federal insurance subsidies expiring.
Finding the right law enforcement candidate
NYS Sheriffs' Association's Peter Kehoe discusses giving sheriffs and police chiefs a larger pool of qualified candidates to hire.
Assemblymember Josh Jensen discusses health care access
Assemblymember Josh Jensen talks about federal policies impacting health insurance and how to make health care more accessible.
