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New York public schools lack formal guardrails on AI usage

2026-11-1113:59

Nov. 11, 2026 - New York Focus education reporter Melissa Manno discusses the lack of standardized rules and regulations governing the use of artificial intelligence for students and teachers in public schools.

Consumer advocates push transparency in baby food production

2026-11-1113:59

Nov. 11, 2026 - Legislation overwhelmingly approved by state lawmakers would impose new testing and disclosure requirements for the makers of baby food sold in New York. Our guest is Brian Ronholm, director of food policy for Consumer Reports.

Political fundraising supports Speaker Heastie's sports fandom

2026-11-1122:18

Nov. 11, 2026 - New York Focus senior reporter Sam Mellins explains how Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie has been able to enjoy luxury seats and insider access to sporting events as the result of political donations and campaign spending.

State budget director discusses New York's finances

2026-11-1022:18

Nov. 10, 2026- New York State Budget Director Blake Washington talks about New York's budget surplus, considers the funding needs of municipalities, and responds to the progressive push for higher taxes on wealthy individuals.

SOMOS Conference is the 'room where it happens'

2026-11-1015:25

Nov. 10, 2026- Assemblymember Gabriella Romero, an Albany Democrat, recaps her trip to Puerto Rico for the SOMOS Conference and explains why it's an important networking event.

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