Interviews & Profiles

Kathy Hochul

What does 2026 hold for Kathy Hochul?

Most governors win their second election if they choose to run. With some potential challengers already waiting in the wings, Hochul says she’s prepping.

Special Reports

What brought a record number of visitors back to New York

An interview with Ross Levi, executive director of the New York State Division of Tourism.

Special Reports

Why the arts have been at the center of New York’s tourism recovery

An interview with state Sen. Jose M. Serrano, chair of the Senate Cultural Affairs, Tourism, Parks and Recreation Committee.

Special Reports

Daniel O’Donnell on retirement: ‘I would very much enjoy working in the tourism industry’

Leaving politics after more than 20 years, the lawmaker discussed his work on the tourism committee and what’s next in his career.

Special Reports

How cultural institutions are reinvigorating post-pandemic life in New York City

An interview with Laurie Cumbo, commissioner of the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs.

Special Reports

New York celebrates 100 years of state parks

An interview with Randy Simons, acting commissioner of the state Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.

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Interviews & Profiles

C. Virginia Fields’ retirement plan: Being a voice for civic engagement

The former City Council member and Manhattan borough president discusses what’s next after stepping down as CEO of the health advocacy nonprofit Black Health in an interview with City & State.

New York City

Making history as the ‘right person at the right time’

A Q&A with Charles Gibbs, the incoming president of the Metropolitan College of New York.

Nonprofits

Bringing a new look to affordable housing

A Q&A with Jeremy Kohomban of The Children’s Village on the nonprofit’s latest development.

Interviews & Profiles

Matos Rodríguez: ‘Our objective is to have campuses free of hate’

The City University of New York chancellor discussed what comes next after a spring of protests and how he’s working to boost enrollment.