Policy
Policy
Working together to stop elder abuse
A new law will help state agencies, companies and nonprofits collaborate to stop predators.
Health Care
Policy
Living in isolation has saved – and harmed – New York’s seniors
Older adults were told to stay indoors during the pandemic, but that has had unintended consequences.
Policy
Policy
Ride-hailing companies getting better on accessibility
But the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission has stricter requirements in place this year.
Education
Policy
New York City Council considering legislation to lower class sizes
Supporters say the measure would boost the quality of education for students and help mitigate the effects of future health crises.
Nonprofits
Policy
Nonprofits contracting with the city contemplate vaccine mandate
Organizations working with the city must abide by the requirements that workers get the COVID-19 vaccine or else be tested weekly.
Technology
Policy
Fighting the digital divide with tribally owned fiber
The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe launched its own broadband network in a previously unserved area.
Policy
Policy
Indigenous tribes taking the lead on legal weed
While the state dawdles on pot regulations, Native Americans in New York will likely begin sales before the end of the year.
Transportation
Policy
Why can’t Cuomo's DOT get along with Native American tribes?
The state government, especially the Department of Transportation, keeps clashing with Indigenous New Yorkers.
Policy
Why the life sciences leave people of color behind
And how COVID-19 and the Black Lives Matter movement could mark a turning point.
Transportation
Policy
5 things to know about Janno Lieber
The MTA’s new acting chief has a long history in capital development.
Technology
Policy
Will New Yorkers need to download another vaccine passport app?
New York City will launch its own vaccine passport app next month on top of the state-run Excelsior Pass.
Health Care
Policy
With business picking up again, what’s the fate of pandemic dining rules?
Customers and business owners want some measures, like outdoor dining, to stay.
Health Care
Policy
Why is the Bronx’s COVID-19 vaccination rate so low?
Experts said a mistrust of doctors, a lack of access to vaccination sites and online conspiracy theories were contributing factors.
Health Care
Policy
COVID-19 delta variant FAQ
We answer all your questions, from should I keep wearing a mask if I’m vaccinated to why are vaccinated people contracting the coronavirus?
Policy
Policy
California passed guaranteed income for aged-out foster youth. Will New York follow?
The chair of the state Senate’s Committee on Children and Families supports establishing a similar program in New York.
Policy
Policy
Excluded worker fund regulations draw scrutiny
The Department of Labor finally released additional regulations for the $2.1 billion program that left immigrant advocates dissatisfied.
Health Care
Policy
COVID-19 ‘long-haulers’ join the ranks of disabled Americans
On the anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a new wave of people with disabilities are adjusting to their new normals.
Education
Policy
Could the delta variant complicate the coming NYC school year?
Less than 1% of summer classrooms have been impacted by positive cases. Health experts disagree on how schools should handle quarantines.
Transportation
Policy
When’s the congestion pricing check going to arrive?
The MTA’s progress on New York City road tolling is moving about as fast as Lower Manhattan traffic at rush hour.
Transportation
Policy