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A new policy designed to curb the spread of drugs in prison is being challenged by family members of inmates.
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Sweeping reforms that will end cash bail for all misdemeanor and nonviolent felony charges in New York state take effect in January. But some law…
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With 11 working days left in the legislative session, the atmosphere is intensifying at the State Capitol. Democrats who lead the Legislature are facing…
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A push to enact a statewide system of public campaign finance for political races appears to be floundering in New York. But advocates have not given up…
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It’s a busy time at the state Capitol, with just over one month to go until the state budget is due. Groups are bringing advocates by the hundreds to try…
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The political activist group Citizen Action has endorsed Cynthia Nixon, a Democratic primary candidate for governor. It’s the second grass-roots…
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Now that the House of Representatives has voted for a tax overhaul plan that some state leaders say will harm New York, the action moves to the Senate,…
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The newly approved state budget includes a minimum wage increase that is the result of several compromises.Announcing the details in a briefing, Gov.…
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Supporters and opponents of a $15 minimum wage in New York are blasting reports that Gov. Andrew Cuomo and state lawmakers have reached a compromise that…
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced he is raising the minimum wage for state workers to $15 an hour. That did not stop advocates from protesting at the Dunkin'…