Campaigns & Elections
Policy
Advocates, lawmakers warn against new touch-screen voting machines
The ExpressVote XL machines raise questions about reliability and security
Technology
Policy
How bus shelters will help usher in 5G
New equipment on “street furniture” will be crucial once next-gen wireless service finally arrives.
Technology
Policy
Can New York actually stop the scourge of robocalls?
A new proposal from Gov. Cuomo might curb the pesky calls, but ending them is a gargantuan task.
Technology
Policy
Albany airport authority suffers ransomware attack
The county airport experienced an under six figure ransom over the holidays.
Technology
Policy
Talking urban tech and IT contracts with Robinson Hernandez
First Read Tech talks to Robinson Hernandez, executive director of the Urban Tech Hub @ Company.
Technology
Policy
Cuomo says gig workers must be “appropriately” classified
During the State of the State Gov. Cuomo vowed to protect the rights of gig workers
Technology
Policy
Cuomo’s State of the State tech proposals, so far
Ahead of his State of the State address, Cuomo has unveiled a slew of proposals with technology impacts
New York City
Policy
Is New York cyber-battle ready?
An escalation with Iran has left the country on alert for cyberattacks – and New York is no exception.
Technology
Policy
Ride-hail cruising cap could be revived by City Council
New York City Council considering legislation to discourage drivers from cruising without passengers.
New York State
Politics
What should be done about New York’s $6.1 billion budget gap?
Three experts talk about the next steps the state should take.
New York State
Policy
Why Cuomo shot down a bill to study municipal broadband
Gov. Andrew Cuomo said the bill was “well-intentioned” but that it would be too expensive to complete.
New York State
Policy
What’s next for e-bikes in New York?
E-bike advocates are pushing back after Gov. Andrew Cuomo vetoes a bill to legalize e-bikes and e-scooters.
Personality
Personality
City & State’s best Q&As of 2019
A look back at some of our memorable back-and-forths with lawmakers, candidates and experts.
NYPD
Policy
NYPD stands firm against reporting requirements in POST Act
The POST Act has yet to win over the New York Police Department.
Technology
Policy
Talking workforce development with Civic Hall’s Andrew Rasiej
A conversation with founder and CEO of Civic Hall.
New York City
Policy
Ramos, Constantinides lead protest against new Amazon distribution centers
Lawmakers and labor advocates cite poor working conditions in protest against future Amazon distribution centers.
Technology
Policy
Ring security scare hits home in New York
A Staten Island home experienced a troubling issue with Amazon’s Ring security cameras.
Labor
Policy