What to know about New York’s rape laws
National outrage over an alleged gang rape at Cornell University in 2024 has put changing New York’s sexual…
Opinion: Michael Gianaris’ transformation of the state Senate shouldn’t be overlooked
Mike Gianaris is one of New York’s 20 most influential politicians of the past 20 years. See the…
State unemployment system to get massive upgrades
The state’s ancient unemployment insurance system, long criticized for moving at a snail’s pace and its antiquated interface,…
Inside Ogden’s challenge to Jay Jacobs
State Democratic Party Chair Jay Jacobs is getting his first serious challenge of his tenure from Otsego County…
Lawmakers, health advocates prepare to spar over bill to enforce flavored vape ban
After enforcement measures for a ban on flavored vapes fell out of state budget talks this spring, lawmakers…
Despite early promises of transparency, Hochul has dragged her feet in releasing her detailed public schedules
Upon taking office five years ago, Gov. Kathy Hochul promised an unprecedented era of transparency. That hasn’t led…
State Republicans attack new immigration law in wake of foiled Capitol terrorist attack
A woman who pledged allegiance to ISIS got arrested last week for allegedly planning to bomb the state…
Confusion, legal questions surround ranked choice voting effort in city of Albany
Advocates for ranked choice voting are making themselves known in Albany – but the version of the system…
An early look at the state legislative races on our radar this November
With 100 days until Election Day, all eyes are on crucial congressional races as control of the House…
David Siffert talks nonbinary identity and bill drafting
Attorney David Siffert is set to make history next year as the first out nonbinary member of the…
State lawmakers eye LGBTQ+ caucus in Albany
The state Legislature is poised to have the most out-LGBTQ+ members in its history at the start of…
State lawmakers eye LGBTQ+ caucus in Albany
The state Legislature is poised to have the most out-LGBTQ+ members in its history at the start of…