New York State

New York State

Members of Congress join the fight to pass parole reform in New York

Fair and Timely Parole as well as Elder Parole have languished in the state Legislature, but momentum for the bills is building.

New York State

Adem Bunkeddeko launches state comptroller bid with novel trust fund plan

The former congressional candidate wants to use the powerful office to kick-start savings for every newborn in the state.

Opinion

Opinion: Let New Yorkers choose how we say goodbye

Signing the Medical Aid in Dying Act would give New Yorkers dignity in their end-of-life decisions.

Campaigns & Elections

Pat Burke is seriously considering a run for Erie County executive

Forget the midterms, this Western New York Assembly member is already thinking well into the future.

Opinion

Opinion: From Puerto Rico to Palestine, now is the time to grow our movement

No matter how often our residents voice dissent to additional military funding for Israel, many of their representatives still vote to aid violence.

Energy & Environment

Recalibrating what’s realistic for New York’s clean energy future

City & State’s Energy Infrastructure Summit served as a forum to discuss what’s next and what’s possible in this growing sector.

Personality

Andrew Cuomo was inevitable – until he wasn’t

Former Govs. Andrew Cuomo and Mario Cuomo were central to political life in New York for five decades. Now, the Cuomo era might be over.

News & Politics

Nydia Velázquez leaves huge shoes. Who wants to fill them?

Both socialists and progressives are eyeing the seat, which is among the most left-leaning in the country.

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Opinion

Opinion: New York must stop shortchanging schools with yesterday’s data

The state’s Foundation Aid formula must be tweaked to ensure New York City schools are getting enough funding.

Sponsored Content

Seeking a comprehensive approach to best support youth mental health

Experts, governmental officials and parents joined in the discussion on the issue at City & State’s “Future in Focus,” forum, presented in partnership with Coalition to Empower our Future.

Sponsored Content

Tackling New York’s high cost of auto insurance

City & State’s New York Car Insurance Affordability Crisis event, presented in partnership with Citizens for Affordable Rates, convened policymakers, consumer advocates, industry experts and community leaders in search of solutions.

Power Lists

The 2025 Women Power 100

Leaders determining the course of New York politics and government.

New York State

Editor’s note: Rochester thrives on playing around

How the Strong National Museum of Play is revitalizing a portion of this upstate city.

News & Politics

Huntley launches new Assembly campaign against Zinerman

With support from the DSA and City Council Member Chi Ossé, Eon Huntley is making another attempt to unseat Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman.