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A proposed law that has sat dormant in the New York State Legislature for years is one that advocates say could help people who are sexually assaulted while they are intoxicated.
A proposed law that has sat dormant in the New York State Legislature for years is one that advocates say could help people who are sexually assaulted while they are intoxicated. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Democratic socialists have had a number of big victories lately, both in the New York City area and nationally. That begs the question: are they the new political force in the United States?
There is good news for hard-pressed New York state residents -- 3 million will be receiving tax relief checks in the next few months.
The $268 billion budget proposal includes some things New Yorkers can cheer about, like lowering car insurance rates, a crackdown on super speeders, and a new tax on luxury second homes. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Even though it's seven weeks late, the budget, if passed, will keep her promise not to raise income and corporate taxes. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Advocates and lawmakers are trying to close what they call a loophole in New York's laws against stalking and harassment, which they say do not keep up with the digital age.
New York City officials, transportation advocates, and Families for Safe Streets are calling on state leaders to pass the "Stop Super Speeders Act."
State lawmakers have passed their sixth extension to buy more time to settle the budget, but leaders and patients in Harlem say they're getting worried about the center's funding. CBS News New York's Noelle Lilley reports.
The Dark Skies Protection Act is aimed at reducing artificial light between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. across New York state.
New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins' office confirmed the budget plan will have a "robust progressive and corporate tax proposal."
Sen. Michael Gianaris, a Queens Democrat, is deputy majority leader in the New York State Senate. He has a big say over what will happen in Albany this year. Watch his full interview on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
The New York State Legislature is back in session and Mayor Zohran Mamdani has a lot of big asks for New York City. What happens when ideology meets reality?
The controversial legislation will legalize doctor-assisted suicide for terminally ill New Yorkers. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi spoke with supporters and opponents.
There is optimism that New York state will finally close the loophole in the law on drugged driving, perhaps in early 2026.
CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi has been with the families of victims every step of the way and has new information on their push to close that gap.
They held a protest on Tuesday to voice their anger over the piercing of the state tax cap. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
While not legal under federal law, some states, like Oregon and Colorado, allow supervised psilocybin treatment for adults 21 and over.
There's a push in New York to ease the state's pepper spray laws to allow people to buy it in more stores and online.
As CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports, the eight-year battle waged by the children of Miosotis Familia will have to continue.
CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has the details.
For months, CBS News New York Investigates has shared stories of New Yorkers whose lives have been altered by impaired drivers that, at times, the state wouldn't prosecute.
Reporter Mahsa Saeidi has more on lives that have been altered by impaired drivers that, at times, the state won't prosecute.
The governor is asking the Legislature to approve a refund that sends checks to millions of middle class state residents to help them cope with the high cost of living. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Steve Chan, the new state senator from Brooklyn, flipped a blue seat red. Watch his full interview on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
