Andrew Cuomo
Policy
Transit worker contract a major test for Cuomo’s union ties
The governor started out by bashing labor, but later embraced unions. Where is he heading next?
New York State
Policy
Why hasn’t Cuomo approved the e-bikes bill?
The governor is making e-bike and scooter legalization advocates anxious.
Technology
Policy
NYPD ransomware event is the latest such attack on government agencies
Strong cybersecurity in New York City helped ward off NYPD attack.
Transportation
Policy
How to rescue New Yorkers from transit deserts
Countless New Yorkers are cut off from public transportation. Can the city bring transit to them?
New York City
Policy
Is East Side Access really going to happen this time?
The LIRR expansion project, decades in the making, is finally in sight of the finish line.
New York City
Policy
The pipeline war on Long Island isn’t really over
National Grid ended its gas hook-up moratorium, but the Williams pipeline could still get built.
Technology
Policy
Talking ride-hail data with TLC’s Amit Agarwal
The CIO at the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission discusses data collection and protection.
New York State
Policy
New York should brace for complicated campaign finance system
Many of the changes likely to be implemented are largely unprecedented
New York City
Policy
Can New York be a future space hub?
A handful of lawmakers are pushing the idea of a New York state space program, but there’s some work to do before planting a New York state flag on the moon.
New York City
Policy
Why New York City is getting an algorithms officer
Mayor Bill de Blasio issued an executive order on Tuesday to create the position of “algorithms management and policy officer.”
New York City
Policy
New York-born ride-hail company Juno bites the dust
Juno struggled to compete with other ride-hail companies, despite marketing itself as an ethical alternative.
New York State
Policy
New York focuses on election security amid challenges nationwide
Gov. Andrew Cuomo vows to keep New York on the cutting edge of election cybersecurity.
New York City
Policy
NYC construction safety bill tweaked, again
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams’ bill is meant to expand opportunities for training.
New York City
Policy
Officials question New York’s preparation for automation at Council hearing
More than 456,000 jobs in the city are highly vulnerable to automation.
New York State
Policy
Three questions that will determine the fate of the Williams Pipeline
Gov. Andrew Cuomo issued an ultimatum to National Grid. Here’s what happens next.
New York City
Policy
One year after HQ2 announcement, Queens still wants innovation jobs
The waterfront of Long Island City is still primed for development.
New York State
Policy
DFS superintendent tackles algorithm bias with Apple Card probe
Critics allege the algorithm used by Apple Card to determine the creditworthiness of applicants is sexist.
New York State
Policy
A step forward for drones upstate
Last week, the Federal Aviation Administration approved part of a 50-mile drone corridor between Syracuse and Rome.
New York State
Policy