Energy & Environment
Policy
New York relies on FEMA in the aftermath of disasters. Here’s how the presidential election could change that
Project 2025 suggests a drastic reduction in FEMA aid. Harris says she plans to invest in climate resiliency.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Nonprofit fights food insecurity through healthy food access and nutrition education
United Way of New York City’s Community Chef Program has conducted workshops for almost fifteen years.
News & Politics
Politics
State Senate Dems’ political arm targets Palumbo in new ad buy
The new ad paid for by the state Democratic Senate Campaign Committee highlights Republican state Sen. Anthony Palumbo’s votes against abortion rights and gun control bills.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: A rapid-response tool to ensure voter rights and fight suppression
Our proposed legislation would require local boards of election to extend voting hours whenever voting is disrupted.
News & Politics
Politics
Siena poll shows suburbs leaning toward Harris and Democrats
The results of the latest Siena College state poll show Vice President Kamala Harris has a slight edge over former President Donald Trump outside of New York City – a reversal from last month.
News & Politics
Politics
Pro-immigration coalition launches six-figure ad buy in upstate cities
The new ad from the Ellis Island Initiative emphasizes the economic benefits of immigration.
Cryptocurrency
Politics
What the presidential election could mean for cryptocurrency mining in New York
Donald Trump has promised to expand cryptocurrency mining. Kamala Harris hasn’t taken a position on the issue but has made overtures to the cryptocurrency industry.
2024 presidential election
Politics
The fate of the state’s abandoned oil wells may depend on the presidential election
The next president could determine whether the state receives federal money to fix Western New York’s abandoned oil wells.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Lobbying relentlessly for more city, state and nationwide affordable housing
An interview with New York Housing Conference Executive Director Rachel Fee.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Matching funds help candidates in close Assembly races
Through a PAC, the state Democratic Party is also helping some candidates in tight races.
Personality
Personality
Top Hochul aide Karen Persichilli Keogh makes rare public appearance
Unlike her outspoken predecessor Melissa DeRosa, Keogh mostly stays out of the limelight.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Number of homeless veterans drops in New York amid calls for continued support
The state tally found that there were 700 known cases, down from more than 1,000 in 2023.
Energy & Environment
Policy
Progressives warn state’s plan won’t produce enough renewable energy
The New York Power Authority’s draft plan would produce 3.5 gigawatts of renewable energy by 2030, but advocates say 15 gigawatts of clean energy is needed.
Upstate
Power Lists
The 2024 Hudson Valley Power 100
Movers and shakers from Westchester County to Ulster County.
2024 New York congressional battleground
Personality
Marc Molinaro shifts to the right
As county executive, Rep. Marc Molinaro was a pragmatic problem-solver. Since joining Congress, he’s embraced Trump’s brand of MAGA politics.
2024 New York congressional battleground
Personality
The many missteps of Mondaire Jones
Elected as a progressive, Mondaire Jones has since refashioned himself as a moderate – and alienated many of his supporters.
Personality
Personality
Why did the GOP pick Alison Esposito to challenge Rep. Pat Ryan?
Esposito was not the obvious choice to run against the Democratic incumbent, but she was the only one willing to challenge him.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: NY ABLE celebrates seven year anniversary
The NY ABLE program allows people with disabilities to build up their savings – without jeopardizing their public benefits.
News & Politics
Politics
Dem Senate candidates have more money to spend than GOP opponents
Across the state, Democratic candidates largely report having more cash on hand than Republicans in the most competitive state Senate elections.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics