New York State
Policy
Voting rights legislation advances in New York
Lawmakers want to expand language access and create a statewide election database among other reforms.
New York State
Politics
Judge upholds Assembly lines in redistricting challenge, June primary to proceed
Steuben County Judge Patrick McAllister ruled on Wednesday that there was not enough time to redraw the Assembly lines ahead of the scheduled primary election date.
Labor
Policy
New York construction industry ‘flaggers’ allege rampant wage theft
Black and Latino nonunion flaggers on public construction projects report being paid just a third of wages they’re legally entitled to.
Heard Around Town
Politics
One45 Developer adds more affordable housing, ahead of Council vote
The Harlem project looks to negotiate with the council, despite opposition from the local member.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Hochul dedicates $35 million in state money for abortion access
As the Supreme Court moves toward reversing Roe v. Wade, the governor is working to make New York an access state.
Political Personalities with Skye
Stream
Meet the Street Vendor Parents of Assembly Member Manny De Los Santos
New Dominican Assemblyman shows us where he grew up in Washington Heights.
Abortion
Policy
Hochul dedicates $35 million in state money for abortion access
As the Supreme Court moves toward reversing Roe v. Wade, the governor is working to make New York an access state.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Meet the Fresh Air Fund’s new CEO
Lisa Gitelson sits down with NYN to discuss her passion for childhood welfare advocacy and what she hopes to accomplish helming the renowned nonprofit.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Ruben Diaz Jr. is getting in the lobbying game
The former Bronx BP has been hired by Actum, but also has his own firm with clients.
Criminal Justice
Policy
Death of Rikers inmate comes as Adams faces growing concern over jail plan
The New York City mayor was criticized on Friday for visiting the jail without meeting inmates. A day later, one died.
Politics
Politics
Adams returning $800,000 to donors after canceling inauguration event
Big time donors like Steve Cohen, Dan Loeb, are getting their money back from the mayor.
Education
Policy
Eric Adams expresses confidence that Albany will extend mayoral control of schools
“We are excited about the energy we are receiving from Albany,” the mayor said Monday.
Abortion
Policy
Letitia James backs proposed abortion care grant program
New legislation would enable the state to give more funds to abortion providers to expand access in the aftermath of the expected Roe v. Wade reversal.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Which Democrats are running for lieutenant governor?
A multi-candidate field is taking shape ahead of the June primary election.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Hispanic Federation raises over $3 million dollars in record-breaking fundraiser
The funds raised will go towards supporting COVID-19 relief and programming efforts.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Opinion: The silent suffering of Asian women
COVID-19 and hate attacks have taken a disproportionate toll on the mental health of Asian women in New York, and it may get worse.
Policy
Policy
State’s first chief disability officer tackles post-COVID-19 priorities
Kimberly Hill’s priorities are tackling employment and housing for New Yorkers with disabilities after the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, according to advocates.
News & Politics
Politics
New York’s once-booming oil industry and the risky wells it left behind
Western New York towns were built around oil production. Now, they’re grappling with the remnants of a declining industry.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Serving as NYC’s doctor while meeting Eric Adams’ expectations
Ashwin Vasan walks a fine line between sound public health policy and “getting stuff done.”
Opinion
Opinion