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$77 Million for a Single Job: A Q&A with Subsidies Expert John Kaehny
The leader of Reinvent Albany discusses a data center subsidy in Rockland County that flew under the radar for years.
Sam Mellins · April 21, 2026
New York Focus Is Suing the State Prison Agency
Prison officials have refused to release crucial records on how the agency handles allegations of sexual abuse.
Nick Pinto · March 17, 2026
How to Push Utilities Toward a Cheaper, Cleaner Future: A Q&A With Jigar Shah
The energy expert discusses his vision for a more flexible grid — and what’s standing in the way.
Colin Kinniburgh and Jack Carroll · February 28, 2026
Crossing Coalitions on the New York City Council: A Q&A With Susan Zhuang
The conservative Democrat is sounding more like her progressive colleagues as she tries to protect immigrant constituents from the Trump administration.
Isabelle Taft · November 19, 2025
New York Focus Honored for Coverage of Prison System
The Legislative Correspondents Alumni Association recognized Chris Gelardi with its award for the year’s best state government reporting — the second year in a row that Focus has earned the honor.
New York Focus · June 10, 2025