Politics
Politics
Is a state judge willing to intervene on Hector LaSalle’s nomination?
Answering questions about standing and whether this is a political question will be a couple of the key issues.
Policy
Policy
Some NY lawmakers draw line in the sand on taxing the wealthy
Multiple bills would take different approaches to taxing the rich.
Politics
Politics
State Senate GOP sues to force LaSalle vote
State Sen. Anthony Palumbo says Hochul’s chief judge nominee deserves to be considered by the full Senate.
Policy
Policy
New York Assembly locks down debate – again
Restricting which bills get on committee agendas is the latest in a string of rules-tightening measures.
New York State
Policy
NY proposed constitutional amendment would ban prison slave labor
The state still technically allows forced labor as punishment for a crime. Lawmakers want to reverse that, and make sure willing prisoners are paid fairly.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Lawmakers and advocates say state’s plan to address New York City’s migrant crisis won’t cut it
The governor’s support has been labeled as “insufficient,” amid calls for greater advocacy and public statements from the Legislature.
Policy
Policy
Lawmakers and advocates say state’s plan to address New York City’s migrant crisis won’t cut it
The governor’s support has been labeled as “insufficient,” amid calls for greater advocacy and public statements from the Legislature.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Zeldin still hammering on Hochul
The former Republican gubernatorial candidate slammed the governor’s State of the State address and executive budget in his first public remarks since Election Day.
Nonprofits
Special Report
NYN Media
NYS doesn’t pay nonprofits enough to do the jobs they’re contracted for: Report
The inaugural annual survey from New York Council of Nonprofits shows agencies struggling to hire new people, make payments on time.
Politics
Politics
Finding Shirley Chisholm’s legacy across New York state
While a statue of the trailblazing member of Congress planned for Prospect Park in Brooklyn has been delayed and another has been in the works in Buffalo, her name has at least shown up in a number of places to honor her.
Personality
Personality
‘Black women, Brooklynites, daughters of immigrants’ – Shirley Chisholm’s enduring impact on NY lawmakers
She was a pioneer: unapologetic and unwilling to ask for permission. It’s a legacy many sitting lawmakers aim to carry forward.
Heard Around Town
Politics
City Council Members facing harassment and intimidation for drag story hour support
Anti-LGBTQ protests have been happening with regularity across New York City.
Immigration
Policy
Unions back bill to give immigrants legal representation in New York
The Access to Representation Act would help people facing deportation if they fall below a certain income level.
Energy & Environment
Policy
Hochul’s budget proposes taking action on climate
Charging polluters, banning natural gas in new buildings and building up public renewable energy supply are all actions the governor wants to take to promote New York’s energy transition.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Could New York lead in movement for reparations?
In a Q&A with state Sen. Jabari Brisport, the lawmaker discusses establishing a commission that would explore reparations for Black New Yorkers.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Takeaways from Hochul’s state budget proposal
The governor unveiled a plan to increase education spending and address MTA fiscal woes and New York City’s migrant influx.
Kathy Hochul
Policy
How Hochul’s budget proposal might stir the pot
Bail reform, no new taxes on the wealthy and more charter schools are all expected to be topics of conversation during a tense moment with the Legislature.
Eric Adams
Policy
Hochul pledges $1 billion to city for migrants
Mayor Eric Adams has been asking for support, but it isn’t clear exactly what New York City will get, especially when it comes to federal funding.
Kathy Hochul
Policy