Even before their official return to the capital city Wednesday, Democrats have already started jostling for their pet ...

Revamping the school aid formula and banning cellphones in schools also will be among the key issues when lawmakers return ...

After President-elect Donald J. Trump’s gains in New York, lawmakers plan to focus on high costs and crime while safeguarding policies about immigration and abortion.

New York state Senator Pat Fahy was sworn in Friday to represent the 46th district after a long career in the Assembly.

Some New York Democrats hope to begin "Trump-proofing" the state when the legislative session begins on Jan. 8.

New York state legislative leaders have rejected a $65 billion capital plan for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, ...

The New York State Museum in Albany was holding its annual Capital Kwanzaa Celebration on Thursday. The event honors African ...