I never get to do this, because it's been almost half my life, but: some personal news. Friday is my last day @wamcradio.bsky.social.

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A statement of support for New York state Education Commissioner Betty Rosa, who is facing criticism for quietly taking a $155,000 pay hike, says "female leaders, particularly those of color, have historically been subjected to lower compensation rates compared with their peers."

Cook on New York's 2026 gubernatorial race: "not considered competitive at this point but has the potential to change"

Per advisory, Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan’s longtime chief of staff David Galin will mount a bid for auditor, as the current auditor runs for mayor

If you missed today's special, you can download it now on the WAMC News Podcast.

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The New York state legislative session begins today and we'll be setting the stage with a special live hour beginning at 4 p.m. We'll be joined by legislative leaders, lawmakers, reporters and analysts from around the state on WAMC.

Assemblyman D. Billy Jones of the 115th district, likely Democrats' most prominent potential candidate, will not run in the #NY21 special election when Rep. Stefanik heads to the UN

It’s hard to imagine how a bum poll wouldn’t be protected speech

On Sunday, Dave Parker got the call to join the Baseball Hall of Fame and Juan Soto signed a nearly $1 billion 15-year contract.

We chatted in 2021 about the Pirate great's landmark $1 million deal and more.

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I think @joncampbellny.bsky.social may be to credit for the quotation marks, which feels like a new chapter in this

For those who observe

Asked NY-18 Democratic Rep. Pat Ryan about the Biden pardon.

"That protective impulse, I understand it. I do think, though, this sets a really problematic precedent. I don’t believe we’ve ever had a president pardon their own child. I think that’s problematic. So I don’t agree with the call."

The city of Albany is closing Cafe Hollywood on Lark Street after a man was shot and wounded there in the wee hours today

Asked NY-16 Rep.-elect and Westchester County Exec. George Latimer about next door NY-17 Rep. Lawler's gubernatorial chances and Gov. Hochul's standing today on WAMC's Congressional Corner.

"He's a formidable individual...I would not underestimate his skill set."

They did not come with bubblegum

I’m hosting Midday Magazine today at WAMC!