Proposed changes would add penalties for those who benefit financially from sex trafficking, and allow victims to collect punitive damages from their estates.

Gov. Kathy Hochul says the idea is under consideration, but she is wary of adding too much more to the budget.

New York Public News Network reporters Jimmy Vielkind and Samuel King talk about the latest developments at the State Capitol in Albany.

Dolores Bustamante was detained when she went for her scheduled April 22 check-in with immigration officials in Buffalo.

They claim New York now favors patients with fewer medical needs as opposed to those with dementia or who have significant mobility limitations.

Farmers are feeling the effects of increased fuel and fertilizer prices due to the Iran war.

Gov. Kathy Hochul and lawmakers are closing in on an immigration package as part of the state budget.

The governor and lawmakers are set to eliminate an environmental review for certain housing projects, though some details remain open.

Experts at SUNY’s Center for Vector-Borne Diseases are expecting a tough tick season.

Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed a tax on second homes in New York City to help raise more revenue there. Now, a Capital Region lawmaker is proposing a similar tax upstate.