Rachel May

Lawmakers are hoping to find agreement on the $252 billion state budget that was due Apr. 1.

Republican Sen. Joe Griffo of Rome and Democrat Rachel May of Syracuse share some of their proposals, along with assemblymembers Bill Magnarelli and Al Stirpe. They also offer their thoughts on some of Governor Hochul's proposals.

May is seeking her fourth term against a political newcomer.

There's optimism that an expanded bottle bill may get a vote, as well as a measure that aims to reduce plastic packaging.

In his first month in office, Alexander Marion conducted an analysis of the impact of NYS AIM funding on the city, which has remained flat since 2012.

He'll likely have to vie for the GOP nomination against Fanny Villarreal, who announced her bid a week earlier.

Villarreal brings her long-time connections to community to the race for the 48th senate district

The authority that operates the market is seeking public funding for a $90 million overhaul of buildings and infrastructure.

Jim Boeheim retires after 47 years of coaching, New York farmers are asking for more money for a safety training program, and more in the WAER News Round-Up.

The proposed bill to fine those dumping radiological agents into state waters comes as Holtec International considers dumping radioactive waste into the Hudson River.