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All in the family: Relatives helped NY candidates garner public funds
The New York Public Campaign Finance Program, first used in the 2024 election, is one of a few that matches contributions by ...
The city and state’s fiscal pain just got real —and it was all so avoidable
Albany and City Hall are now staring at some wicked fiscal headwinds, a key watchdog reports — but it’s not like they weren’t ...
State seeks public's input on NY's long-term energy plan
ALBANY — It’s now the public’s turn to weigh in on New York’s energy future, including environmental goals, rising ...
Uncap Justice Act—Aimed at Lifting Population-Based Limits on NY State Court Seats—Set to Be a Pivotal Question During ’26 Legislative Session
A proposed constitutional amendment to eliminate a cap on New York Supreme Court justices faces opposition from the statewide ...
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Prisons drive $1.3 billion in NY overtime spending
State agencies paid out about $1.3 billion in overtime costs in 2024, marking a 10% increase over the prior year’s $1.2 ...
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Current outlook for 2026 Governor’s race
Republican Representative Mike Lawler has announced he is not running for governor. Instead, he will be focusing on seeking ...
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Environmental advocates push for packaging reduction bill at State Capitol
Albany, NY (WRGB) — Is there too much packaging in our lives? Some key environmental advocates think so and they are taking their concerns to the State Capitol in Albany. Former Environmental ...
One-of-a-Kind Opportunity Unlocked for 8-Acre Urban Infill in New York’s Capital City
Capitalize Albany’s New RFP Advances Long-Awaited Development at Liberty Park ALBANY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / July 16, 2025 / ...
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Andrew Cuomo assistant who alleged then-governor groped her settles suit for $450K
New York state will pay $450,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by a former executive assistant to former Gov. Andrew Cuomo who ...