Policy
Dramatic spike in emergency removals of children by NYC agency
A new report finds a dramatic increase in the number of emergency removals of children by the New York City Administration for Children’s Services.
NYPD
Policy
Records standoff between NYPD and Vance continues
The New York Police Department hasn’t met Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance’s demands for access to internal police disciplinary records and investigative reports, but Police Commissioner James O’Neill is confident the two sides will reach an agreement.
Andrew Cuomo
Policy
The projects transforming Queens
Queens has rarely garnered as much attention as neighboring Manhattan or Brooklyn, but it is increasingly becoming a destination. Here’s a rundown of some of the biggest projects in the borough.
Andrew Cuomo
Policy
Ignore that Buffalo Billion conviction. We're legalizing pot!
The New York state Health Department officially recommended legalizing marijuana the day after Alain Kaloyeros, a former top economic development official, was convicted of corruption.
Andrew Cuomo
Policy
What happens in New York if the Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade?
If Roe v. Wade were fully overturned, a 1970 New York law legalizing abortion would still be on the books. However, critics argue that it is out of date, as it restricts the time frame in which women can terminate a pregnancy and only allows a late-term abortion if a woman’s life is at risk.
Labor
Policy
Gottfried's Janus workaround reopens labor debate
Assemblyman Richard Gottfried's plan would allow unions to collect reimbursement for the costs of collective bargaining from the state rather than from employees who opt out through agency fees. Conservatives argue that Gottfried’s bill would also be ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court’s conservative majority because they believe it to fall under compelled speech.
New York City
Policy
Lippman Commission calls for expanding supervised release
Bail reform stalled in the state Legislature this year despite a push from the grassroots to the governor, but the Lippman criminal justice commission is releasing a report saying that New York City doesn’t have to wait until next year to keep more New Yorkers out of jail.
Transportation
Policy
Better ways to get to LaGuardia Airport
Who needs Andrew Cuomo’s AirTrain with alternatives like these?
Policy
LGBT veterans struggle under dishonorable discharge status
The process to update military discharge status takes 10 to 18 months.
New York City
Policy
Spending measures aim to help military veterans find jobs
New York state funding for veterans services includes career counseling.
New York State
Policy
Despite expansion, inconsistent access to veteran treatment courts
New York legislation would allow referral of cases to problem-solving veteran treatment courts across jurisdictions.
New York City
Policy
American Legion and VFW posts burdened by fines
Lawmakers propose warning period for building violations at veteran facilities.
New York City
Policy
NYC exploring how to better serve veteran business owners
The New York City Mayor’s Office of Veterans Affairs is exploring how to better serve veteran business owners.
Health Care (Archived)
Policy
The uncertain future of the Brooklyn VA hospital
Rep. Dan Donovan introduces a bill that would require increased information sharing from the VA to local patients and elected officials amid privatization fears.
New York State
Policy
Cuomo’s anti-Janus labor law may divide workers, critics contend
Governor Andrew Cuomo’s anti-Janus labor law may divide workers, critics contend.
New York State
Policy
The Long Island outlook
The biggest Long Island projects and policy matters in Nassau and Suffolk counties.
New York City
Policy
Supreme Court strains public sector unions in Janus decision
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 5-4 Wednesday that public sector employees cannot be forced to pay union dues.
New York City
Policy