New York State
Politics
Brooklyn state Senate race may be broader referendum
State Sen. Velmanette Montgomery’s retirement sets up a new type of battle between the old guard and leftists.
New York City
Politics
Is New York leader of the pack?
Cuomo claims New York's a progressive powerhouse. It's just the mild one.
Technology
Policy
Talking urban tech and IT contracts with Robinson Hernandez
First Read Tech talks to Robinson Hernandez, executive director of the Urban Tech Hub @ Company.
New York State
Policy
State Senate reforms voting reforms
Emphasizing unity, but also willingness to revise, Democrats passed automatic voter registration and adjusted early voting implementation.
New York State
Politics
How Cuomo is answering New York’s $6B question
Cuomo isn't open to the idea of raising taxes to close this year's budget deficit.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
Takeaways from Cuomo’s 2020 State of the State
The governor called for a tax cut, recreational marijuana, paid sick leave and more.
Criminal Justice
Policy
Advocates: Don’t make changes to the state’s new bail law
Criminal justice reformers send letter urging leaders to stand firm.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
Cuomo’s winning hand at the 2020 State of the State
A budget deficit and political setbacks bring new opportunities for the three-term governor.
New York State
Policy
What should Albany get done right away?
Activists and lawmakers are looking for quick action on these six issues.
Technology
Policy
Cuomo’s State of the State tech proposals, so far
Ahead of his State of the State address, Cuomo has unveiled a slew of proposals with technology impacts
Nonprofits
Policy
Nonprofits brace for possible state cuts to social services
What New York nonprofits should watch this upcoming legislative session.
Andrew Cuomo
Policy
Cuomo’s 2020 State of the State proposals
The governor unveiled more than 30 ideas before he even took the state on Jan. 8.
Criminal Justice
Policy
Will Democrats reform their new bail reform law?
Potential changes include adding bail-eligible offense and giving judges more discretion.
New York State
Politics
5 things to know about William Barclay
The Assemblyman’s father also served the New York Legislature.
Transportation
Opinion
High-speed rail between Buffalo and NYC isn’t cost-effective
Instead, Gov. Andrew Cuomo should invest in local transit improvements all over the state.
New York City
Policy
Is New York cyber-battle ready?
An escalation with Iran has left the country on alert for cyberattacks – and New York is no exception.
New York City
Politics
New York prepares for potential Iran blowback
With threats being hurled between Iran and the U.S., the Empire State is taking extra precautions to thwart terrorism.
New York State
Politics
What should be done about New York’s $6.1 billion budget gap?
Three experts talk about the next steps the state should take.
New York State
Politics