New York State

Politics

How Claudia Tenney won back her seat in Congress

Her open embrace of Trump was received more warmly in Central New York than it was in 2018.

Housing

Policy

NYC’s reluctance to end contracts with notorious nonprofits

The New York Times’ bombshell report about one of the city’s biggest homeless shelter providers points to its inability to hold shelter operators accountable for their troubling behavior.

Health Care

Policy

There might be a new way to free up more COVID-19 vaccines

New research shows how New York might be able to save a mountain of vaccine doses for others.

New York City

Politics

Why experts say resuming indoor dining in NYC is a bad idea

New variants could reverse the state’s progress against the pandemic if restrictions are lifted too quickly.

Immigration

Policy

New York Immigration Coalition leaders are rolling up their sleeves

With a new administration, there’s time to focus on structural changes, including in NYC

Gambling

Opinion

Converting racetrack casinos will grow jobs

One of the ideas recently brought to my attention is Cuomo’s idea to accept proposals for three new gaming licenses in New York, which could pave the way for Resorts World New York City and Empire City in Yonkers to become full casinos with live table games and sports betting. Though I’m hardly suggesting gaming alone is the answer to the COVID-19 economic devastation, it is a good option already on the table.

New York State

Policy

Why Cuomo’s pandemic policies keep getting challenged in court

The lawsuit over prisoners not being vaccinated is just the latest COVID-19 policy accused of unequal treatment.