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The latest round of grants directed to pet projects by state lawmakers and the governor using money borrowed by the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) without voter approval was Read More

The looming closure of a Buffalo school that failed to meet student achievement standards is a timely reminder of the high level of accountability New York demands from its charter schools. Read More

New York state lawmakers spent more than $16 million on postage for campaign-style mail in a 12-month period ahead of last year’s elections. Read More

The Build Public Renewables Act would require the New York Power Authority to shut down all fossil fuel energy production as of 2030. Read More

State lawmakers are showing renewed interest in legislation that would rattle municipal finances and crowd out local services such as police and fire protection.  Read More

Debi interviews Frank Suits, Jr., CEO and Chairman of the Board at Suit-Kote and a board member at the Empire Center. Read More

“We will not be raising income taxes this year,” Gov. Hochul declared in January at the opening of New York’s 2023 legislative session. Read More

Friday's announcement of an amended labor contract for New York City-area hospitals and nursing homes sends a contradictory message about the financial condition of the state's health-care industry. Read More