Policy
Gig workers left in the lurch as state passes emergency paid sick leave
Cuomo punted the gig worker debate to a task force, but some want the state to provide relief for gig workers amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Education
Policy
Prospects dim for major charter school victories
Gov. Andrew Cuomo continues to back charters, but he’s unlikely to flex his influence in the state Legislature.
Homelessness
Policy
Homeless New Yorkers at greater risk from COVID-19
A struggle to pay for resources and staff hampers New York City’s ability to help the homeless.
Education
Policy
How remote learning will work in New York City
With the help of Apple, T-Mobile, Charter and more, city schools are going virtual, but some say the transition is too little, too late.
Andrew Cuomo
Policy
Cuomo seeks beds, ventilators, health care retirees to combat coronavirus
The governor said the outbreak could peak in 45 days.
Technology
Policy
Talking health tech solutions with Capsule’s Eric Kinariwala
First Read Tech talks to the CEO of Capsule, Eric Kinariwala.
New York City
Policy
What coronavirus closings mean for New York’s economy
Restaurants, theaters and tourism will take a hit from coronavirus. Here’s what the city and state could do to blunt its impact.
New York City
Policy
Who will feed the hungry during the coronavirus outbreak?
Charities are feeling the strain as New York City tries to feed its students and elderly.
Technology
Policy
NYPD releases facial recognition policy to mixed reviews
In an effort to increase transparency the NYPD released public guidelines on facial recognition usage.
Policy
The state budget process begins amid disease outbreak
Now comes the time to see if lawmakers can keep Cuomo from getting his way on a variety of proposals.
Education
Policy
Education funding in the time of coronavirus
Lawmakers are aiming to block some of the governor’s education proposals as talks get underway to pass a budget by the end of the week.
MTA
Policy
There’s no easy fix for altering subway service during a pandemic
Potential service cuts pose more questions than answers.
Andrew Cuomo
Policy
The new coronavirus reality in New York
Cuomo has plans to boost testing capacity as cases exceed 300.
Interviews & Profiles
Policy
What does coronavirus mean for school funding in New York?
State Budget Director Robert Mujica explains big plans to change state education spending.
New York City
Policy
Everything New Yorkers need to know about the 2020 census
The decennial count will be conducted primarily online for the first time this year.
Criminal Justice
Policy
Katz admits mistake in asking for bail
Queens DA also continues asking for bail in other cases, despite campaign pledge.
Technology
Policy
Is ‘InsurTech’ here to stay?
Root CEO Alex Timm talks the Green Light Law, telematics-based car insurance and the slightly grating nickname for insurance technology.
Andrew Cuomo
Policy
Cuomo’s timing with the state comptroller
DiNapoli’s state financial update could put lawmakers on the spot.
Technology
Policy