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January 13, 2026

State of the State Insights 2026
Governor Kathy Hochul delivered her fifth annual State of the State address today, marking the constitutionally mandated opening of New York’s 2026 legislative session..
Alexander Betke Upstate Power 100

December 26, 2025

Alexander Betke Named One Of Upstate Power 100
The City and State list features powerful upstate public officials, business executives and industry advocates as well as key leaders in health care, org....
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December 11, 2025

NYC Incoming Administration Insights
Since our last coverage, Mayor Mamdani has chosen an all-women transition team, appointed Dean Fuleihan as First Deputy Mayor, selected...
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November 5, 2025

2025 Election Insights from Brown & Weinraub
A review on Zohran Mamdani’s NYC Mayoral win, ballots passed, historic wins across the state, and a brief outlook for what the future holds.

December 2024

John Harris Named Trailblazer in Economic Development
John Harris is helping to support the New York economy by guiding clients in the state’s growing energy economy. Harris is an expert in navigating the state’s various energy and utility agencies as well as...

December 2024

Emily Whalen Honored on City & State's Responsible 100 List
"I am an attorney and lobbyist who advocates with the state Legislature and executive branch on behalf of a variety of clients – emphasis on the word variety..."