Brian Kavanagh

New York State Senate

Gun control bill targeting ‘extreme risks’ advances in state Senate

State Sen. Brian Kavanagh forced a vote on S1733a at the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. The bill would allow judges to issue temporary orders prohibiting someone from buying or possessing a gun.

New York State

Updated: Who’s on the ballot in state special elections?

In the New York state Legislature's special elections, 11 seats are open, nominees are chosen, and some races may be close.

Francisco Moya

Who's vying for the 11 vacant state legislative seats?

A rundown of the former New York state senators and Assembly members who left vacancies in Albany – and who is running to replace them.