This week on Empire State Weekly, lawmakers returned to the state capitol for the start of the 2026 legislative session. The State Senate and Assembly communicated their priorities to residents ...

A bill proposed by two state lawmakers would require public schools across New York state to teach the history of Jan. 6, ...

Life at the New York State Capital featured it's usual budget battles, spirited rallies, and floor debates, but also a unique ...

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)— Outside of the New York State Capitol on Wednesday Morning, members from a handful of organizations called on Governor Kathy Hochul, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, and Senate ...

ALBANY — The New York State Capitol building has seen its fair share of tragedy and death — and some say the spirits of the past haunt its ornate, cavernous halls. Built over three decades between ...

In her most recent budget, Governor Kathy Hochul made education concerns relating to cell phones and mental health one of her ...

Pittsfield police seek public's help in locating missing man The Pittsfield Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with locating Michael Moynahan who has been reported missing. Teen ...