Nonprofits
NYN Media
50 women's groups trying to halt move of women and transgender inmates from Rikers
Advocates call for the release of detainees amidst worsening conditions at the jail and say that transferring inmates is not the solution.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
George Latimer isn’t running for governor, but his DMs are open for LG
The Westchester County exec discussed how he got reelected in the ‘burbs and how Democrats can change their messaging.
New York State
Politics
New York Senate report outlines election dysfunction – and possible ways to fix it
After a string of embarrassments, legislators are eager to restore trust in state elections.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
When the past is prologue, what becomes of Vito Fossella’s future?
The Staten Island Republican starts anew 13 years after a scandal ended his promising congressional career.
Health Care
Policy
7,000 New Yorkers need a kidney. New legislation could make it easier to donate.
Two bills to incentivize kidney donations could save hundreds of lives a year — but supporters say it’s tough to get the Legislature to prioritize the issue.
New York State
Politics
Cuomo transcripts, impeachment report and Blood Center resolution
Rounding up the week’s political news.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Advocates call on Adams administration to improve learning conditions for homeless youth
Thousands of NYC public school students were without a home last year, causing interruptions to their learning.
Transportation
Policy
Transit advocates call on MTA to nix proposed 2023 service cuts
New York secured $11 billion in federal aid this week, after reaching an agreement with New Jersey and Connecticut to divide approximately $14 billion in COVID relief money.
Housing
Policy
New York requests nearly $1 billion in additional Emergency Rental Assistance funds
The request comes as the state has spent nearly all of the $2.4 billion in funds that it initially received.
New York State
Politics
Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown faces backlash after winning write-in campaign
Progressives say the movement to oust Brown from the Democratic National Committee serves as a warning to the establishment.
Politics
Politics
Hochul adds more Latinos to her administration
The governor is diversifying her Cabinet and appealing to key constituencies in her bid for a full term.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
New report shows thousands of New Yorkers at risk of housing insecurity due to medical debt
Nonprofit hospitals placed liens on thousands of New Yorkers’ homes, jeopardizing their chances to an economically secure future.
Policy
Policy
What’s the deal with the New York Blood Center?
A proposal for a high rise research facility on the Upper East Side may see the City Council buck member deference.
New York State
Politics
How chapter amendments are helping Gov. Kathy Hochul keep legislators happy
Requesting changes to legislation helps any governor avoid vetoes that might antagonize the state Legislature.
Andrew Cuomo
Breaking News
Politics
AG James releases hundreds of pages of transcripts, evidence in Cuomo sexual harassment probe
The documents were published Wednesday on James’ website and include the former governor's interview with investigators.
Campaign Confidential
Politics
Can another Adams lead New York City?
Adrienne Adams is making her case for City Council speaker, but she’s got some catching up to do.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Girls Inc. receives $1M from Google for financial literacy initiatives
The not-for-profit’s chief executive officer Pamela Maraldo talks to NYN Media about the importance of financial literacy and economic empowerment for girls in NYC and beyond.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics