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Providers at Food Pantries Look to State for Aid
November 26, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
Emergency food providers say they're still holding out hope that Gov. Paterson will increase welfare benefits as more people show up hungry. Karen DeWitt reports from Albany. ....
Uncertainty Over Special Legislative Session
November 14, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
New York State lawmakers plan to return to Albany for Tuesday's special legislative session to deal with the budget deficit, but it’s uncertain just what they'll actually accomplish. Karen DeWitt ....
Thruway Toll Hike Reconsidered
October 24, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
New York's State Comptroller says an audit of the state Thruway Authority has found that it’s difficult to determine whether a controversial toll hike is really justified. Karen DeWitt reports fro....
Lawyer of Governor's Aide Cites Depression for Delinquent Taxes
October 23, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
Lawyers for Governor Paterson’s chief of staff say he suffered from a unique condition that prevented him from paying his taxes for four years. Karen DeWitt has more from Albany. ....
Bruno Blasts Obama
September 04, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
In St. Paul, former State Senate Majority Leader Joe Bruno livened up the New York delegation, when he gave a speech comparing Barack Obama to his former rival Eliot Spitzer. Karen Dewitt has more: ....
Pataki Backs McCain, Palin
September 03, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
New York's former governor, George Pataki, took a shot at Barack Obama and bolstered support for the McCain-Palin ticket, during a breakfast with the Ohio delegation. Reporter Karen DeWitt has more ....
New York Delegates Worry About Gustav
September 01, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
New York’s delegation mingled at a low key reception in St. Paul. But like everyone else, they were preoccupied with news of Hurricane Gustav and what it might mean for their political gathering. ....
Paterson Reflects on Progress of African Americans
August 28, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
As Democrats prepare to hear the acceptance speech of their historic presidential nominee, Barack Obama, Gov. David Paterson reflected at a meeting with delegates on how far African Americans have co....
Sen. Clinton Delivers Message of Unity
August 26, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
At the Democratic National Convention, New York Senator Hillary Clinton has delivered a call for unity behind Barack Obama. And it was a poignant moment for New York delegates who heard her speak yes....
Spitzer Adminsitration Broke Law with "Travelgate"
July 24, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
New York's Public Integrity Commission says four members of former governor Eliot Spitzer's administration broke the law when they compiled travel records on former State Senate Majority Leader Joe B....
Minor Eye Surgery for Paterson
May 20, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
Gov. David Paterson is set to undergo eye surgery this afternoon. He was taken to Mount Sinai Medical Center early this morning after complaining of migraine like symptoms. Karen DeWitt reports from....
Paterson Calls Budget Negotiations Too Secretive
April 05, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
Gov. David Paterson wants the legislature to work all weekend if necessary to finalize an overdue state budget. But lawmakers adjourned Friday without scheduling a time to return before Monday. Both ....
Budget Talks Stall Over Congestion Pricing
April 03, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
Budget talks stalled as Albany grappled with the issue of congestion pricing. Assembly Democrats were in closed-door talks that could last through the weekend, with any action scheduled for Monday. ....
Budget Late in Albany
April 02, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
Seems like old times in Albany - the budget is late and people are complaining that the negotiations are too secretive. Legislative leaders say the budget should be done by the end of the week. One ....
State Budget Goes Down to the Wire
March 31, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
Gov. David Paterson and state lawmakers are racing toward the April 1 deadline for the state budget, printing bills and holding nearly round the clock meetings. Karen DeWitt reports from Albany. No....
Lawmakers Work Weekend to Complete Budget
March 29, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
The state legislature is working through the weekend to try to get a budget done before the April 1 deadline. As Karen DeWitt reports, lawmakers have been distracted with the resignation of Gov. Elio....
Paterson Weighs Giving Spitzer E-mails to DA
March 25, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
Gov. David Paterson is weighing whether to turn over to Albany County District Attorney David Soares the e-mails of his predecessor, Eliot Spitzer. Soares requested the correspondence, after reports ....
David Paterson Rushes to Prepare Transition
March 14, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
David Paterson's humor was on display yesterday when he held his first press conference since the Spitzer scandal made him the the governor-to-be. Here's how he responded when asked by a reporter if....
Spitzer Vows to Meet Lawmakers with an Open Hand
January 10, 2008
by Karen DeWitt
Governor Spitzer delivered his 2nd annual State of the State address to the legislature yesterday. He told lawmakers he would meet them with “an open hand” and “an open door” and he tried to....
Two Spitzer Aides Get Subpoenas in Trooper Probe
October 06, 2007
by Karen DeWitt
Two top aides of Governor Spitzer have been subpoenad by the State Senate Investigations Committee, as part of the ongoing probe into the alleged misuse of state police by those aides. Karen Dewitt ....
