New York State

Interviews & Profiles

Adriano Espaillat says immigration should still be a winning issue for Democrats

And for that reason, he finds Eric Adams' relationship to President Donald Trump “very troubling.”

New York State

Lawmakers press state prisons commissioner at hearing

The commissioner asked legislators for greater power to discipline problem corrections officers.

Campaigns & Elections

Shaping the future of New York’s state’s voter registration

City & State’s upcoming 2025 Democracy in New York: Defending and Securing Voting Rights Forum features a presentation by Professor John Mollenkopf of CUNY’s Graduate Center and three panel discussions.

Albany Agenda

Employers of domestic workers push for legislation to protect immigrants

In addition to spreading fear in immigrant communities, the Trump administration’s mass deportation plans could hurt the state’s economy.

Editor's Note

Editor’s note: Ensuring Penny the Chihuahua ‘gets the justice she deserves’

Lawmakers answer the call with legislation to enhance pet protections and hold owners criminally accountable for their animals.

Albany Agenda

Which bills could pass now that the budget is done?

Elder Parole, the NY HEAT Act and Medical Aid in Dying are some of the controversial pieces of legislation that the Legislature is expected to consider before session ends in June.

50 Over 50 Alumni

50 Over 50 Alumni

A decade of celebrating New York leaders over the age of 50.

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Opinion

Opinion: The time for smart, responsible AI regulation is now

The RAISE Act ensures groundbreaking AI developers have a safety plan.

Budget

Fierce debate over standards for religious schools prompted last-minute budget delays

The state Senate and Assembly were split over whether to relax educational standards for yeshivas and other private schools.

Budget

The most important things included in the state budget

The $254 billion state budget includes changes to the discovery law and involuntary commitment standards as well as new affordability measures and a criminal charge related to wearing masks.

Events

State levels playing field for home buyers, creates pathways for affordable housing

New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner Ruth Anne Visnauskas discussed efforts underway to help New Yorkers at City & State’s 2025 Affordable Housing Summit.

News & Politics

It’s (finally) budget time

Lawmakers finished passing the state budget on Thursday night, over a month after it was due.