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Levy changing registration to GOP

A Republican official confirms gubernatorial candidate and Suffolk County Executive Steve Levy is changing his registration from Democrat to Republican. This would pave the way for him to begin a cumbersome process of getting on the GOP ballot this fall.

03/18/2010 11:06 AM

Paterson breaks silence on top aide's accuser

In his first direct denial of the accusation, New York Governor David Paterson says he didn't try to persuade a woman to drop a domestic violence complaint against one of his top aides.

Updated 5:56 AM

Governor's press secretary announces resignation

Governor Paterson's press secretary is resigning amid scandals that threaten the administration. Marissa Shorenstein says she is quitting because her reported role in one of the scandals makes her unable to do her job effectively. Our Grace Rauh has the latest.

Updated 5:55 AM

Lawmakers pushing for term limit for State Police Superintendent

In the wake of three successive resignations of high ranking members of the state police in just the past three weeks, there are calls for reforms to increase stability and accountability at the top of the agency. Our Kaitlyn Ross spoke to lawmakers on both sides the aisle who say it's time for a change in how the process is done.

03/17/2010 09:07 PM

Lt. Gov. Ravitch discusses budget talks

As the April 1 budget deadline gets closer, Lieutenant Governor Richard Ravitch says its time for lawmakers to set aside differences and write a budget.

03/17/2010 09:50 AM

Monserrate loses special election

Hiram Monserrate may have lost his bid to regain the Senate seat he was expelled from. But as Grace Rauh tells us, the former state senator isn't walking away from politics just yet.

Updated 03/17/2010 08:19 AM

Monserrate loses bid to keep NY state Senate seat

A New York state senator who was expelled after a domestic violence conviction has lost his long-shot bid to get his seat back in a special election.

03/16/2010 10:44 PM

Paterson signs law allowing medical decisions without proxies

Medical experts says about 80 percent of New Yorkers are living without a health care proxy, a document that names a person to be your voice and make medical decisions if you become so ill you cannot speak for yourself. With so few health proxies in place, legislation has just been passed giving the patient a voice even if a proxy doesn't exist. Our Britt Godshalk explains.

Updated 03/16/2010 07:32 PM

Ravitch says lawmakers need to focus on passing the budget

With the April 1st budget deadline looming, state lawmakers are scrambling to find a solution, but so far, progress has been tough to come by.

03/16/2010 07:27 PM

Working to change domestic violence laws

Current laws of domestic violence are being reviewed by lawmakers and now a new bill in the state legislature is in the works that would change a law that many people think should have been addressed years ago. Capital Tonight's Mike Whittemore has the details.

03/16/2010 07:03 PM

Patrick's first re-election ad targets health care

Governor Deval Patrick has released the first ad of his re-election campaign, a Web-only spot highlighting his proposal to check health insurance rate increases.

03/16/2010 12:41 PM

Monserrate trying to win Senate seat back

Voters in the 13th State Senate District are going to the polls today to decide whether to send Hiram Monserrate back to Albany.

03/16/2010 10:55 AM

Soda tax unlikely to pass

A proposed new tax on sugary drinks appears unlikely to pass the state Senate, despite passionate campaigning by New York Gov. David Paterson and his health commissioner.

Updated 03/16/2010 06:04 AM

Paterson warns of late state budget

Governor Paterson says we shouldn't expect a state budget agreement any time soon, as he has yet to receive budget proposals from either legislative chamber. Our Erin Billups has more.

Updated 03/15/2010 08:50 PM

Former congressman looks to challenge Senate Gillibrand

Another challenger has emerged in the U.S. Senate race. In an exclusive interview with YNN's Ryan Burgess, former Congressman Joe DioGuardi explains why he believes he's the right choice to replace Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.

03/15/2010 10:32 AM

Three Senate candidates debate

Three candidates vying for a Queens State Senate seat will square off in a debate ahead of Tuesday's special election. Grace Rauh reports.

Updated 03/13/2010 11:33 AM

GOP's DioGuardi to run for Gillibrand seat

Former Republican congressman Joe DioGuardi is set to announce he is running for the U.S. Senate seat held by Kirsten Gillibrand.

03/12/2010 08:48 PM

Paterson appoints four to administration

After a handful of resignations from Governor David Paterson's administration, the Governor has announced several administration appointments to help fill those holes.

03/12/2010 06:56 PM

Poll: Monserrate trails in bid to win back seat

A poll shows that a New York state senator trying to reclaim the seat he was expelled from last month is trailing by a large margin ahead of Tuesday's special election in Queens.

03/12/2010 11:18 AM

Cuomo recuses himself in Paterson investigation, appoints former chief judge

Amid growing political pressure, State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo is recusing himself from two investigations into the Administration of Governor Paterson. Our Michael Scotto has the story.

Updated 03/11/2010 09:55 PM