New York City
Policy
Privacy advocates score win against NYPD over surveillance technology
The New York Police Department was hit with a court order to release information related to cell phone and social media surveillance of Black Lives Matters protesters.
New York City
Policy
How New York officials are responding to criticism of Amazon’s HQ2
While Amazon is playing offense, some of the staunchest supporters of the HQ2 deal are trying to play defense.
New York State
Policy
A tech surge for Syracuse
A project dubbed “Syracuse Surge” which will be focused on tech-related priorities.
Andrew Cuomo
Policy
Has the new L plan unearthed an MTA innovation crisis?
Board members clashed with management at an emergency meeting over Cuomo’s surprise plan.
Technology
Policy
Focusing on William Barr’s antitrust record
A former executive at Verizon and board member at Time Warner, William Barr previously clashed with the Justice Department’s antitrust head.
New York State
Policy
New York makes moves against restrictive voting laws
New York Democratic lawmakers say newly-passed voter reform laws are just the beginning.
Donald Trump
Policy
Trump’s potential about-face on highly skilled immigrants
As the government shutdown lingers on, President Donald Trump may be willing to re-think H-1B visas.
Technology
Policy
The shutdown’s toll on tech
The government shutdown is getting a bit old – not just for the employees furloughed or working without pay, but for those in the tech community who were hoping to start the new year on stronger footing.
Andrew Cuomo
Policy
Which electoral reforms would make the biggest difference?
If Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the state Legislature want to expand voting access and enable more participation, some reforms will work better than others, voting rights experts say. Based on data in other states, here is a ranking of potential reforms – from most to least effective at increasing the size and diversity of the electorate.
Criminal Justice
Policy
Will upstate Catholic legislators support the Child Victims Act?
The sex abuse scandal in Buffalo makes it more likely.
Bill de Blasio
Policy
A breakdown of New York City’s new ‘universal health care’ plan
New York City’s new ‘universal health care’ plan is an effort to get the uninsured to take advantage of existing programs.
Technology
Policy
The state Legislature is waking up to the importance of tech
State Sen. Diane Savino and Assemblyman Clyde Vanel plan to lead their colleagues in carefully regulating disruptive technologies.
New York State
Policy
Biaggi looks to revive state Senate Ethics Committee
The freshman will chair the moribund committee and actually hold hearings.
New York City
Policy
Meera Joshi on the historic changes to the taxi industry
Outgoing NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission head Meera Joshi discusses her tenure and the historic changes to the industry.
New York City
Policy
Amazon opponents bring in the big guns
New York and Seattle lawmakers, advocates, and Amazon workers gathered to rail against the company's HQ2 plans.
Andrew Cuomo
Policy
How rent regulation depends on closing the LLC loophole
Tenant advocates hope to land one-two punch against real estate interests.
New York City
Policy
Controversial security firm receives $284 million contract renewal from NYC
FJC Security Services was allegedly involved in Jazmine Headley incident.
MTA
Policy
What the L?
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s effort to avert L train shutdown is drawing skepticism from pols and the public alike.
Technology
Policy
Federal judge blocks NYC Airbnb disclosure law
Airbnb argued the new law violates the Constitution.
Donald Trump
Policy