This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. Pennsylvania signs new contract to upgrade SURE voter registration system Carter Walker, Votebeat Mar…
Author: Patricio Robayo
NY FOCUS: New York’s Prison System Is in Crisis. We Investigated Its Ruling Family
This story originally appeared in New York Focus, a nonprofit news publication investigating power in New York. Sign up for their newsletter here. CRIMINAL JUSTICE · March 4, 2025 New York’s Prison…
Federal Funding Freeze Threatens Sullivan County’s New Generation of Farmers
A freeze on federal funds has halted crucial programs supporting beginner farmers in Sullivan County, leaving many in financial uncertainty. The $1.5 million in funding, distributed through Cornell Cooperative Extension of Sullivan…
The $10,000 Bet: A Journalist’s Yearlong Gamble to Reconnect with His Conspiracy-Theorist Father
NPR journalist Zach Mack embarks on a deeply personal journey to understand his father, who has become immersed in conspiracy theories. Their relationship is strained by ideological differences, but instead of continuing…
2,000 Officers Terminated as NY Prison Strike Exposes ‘Hell on Earth’ Conditions
More than 2,000 New York State correction officers have been terminated in the wake of an unprecedented wildcat strike that paralyzed the state’s prison system for weeks. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that…
4th Annual Sullivan County Youth Poetry Festival
4th Annual Sullivan County Youth Poetry Festival, a celebration of creativity, self-expression, and the power of words! The festival, set to take place on March 29th, brings together young poets from across the…
Fallsburg Zoning Debate Draws Hundreds, Sparks Controversy
A rescheduled meeting to discuss proposed zoning changes in the Town of Fallsburg drew an overwhelming response from the community, with nearly 400 residents filling the Hurleyville Performing Arts Center ballroom on…
NY FOCUS: DAs Promised to Help Wrongfully Convicted New Yorkers. In Many Cases, They Made Things Worse
This story originally appeared in New York Focus, a nonprofit news publication investigating power in New York. Sign up for their newsletter here. CRIMINAL JUSTICE · February 13, 2025 DAs Promised to…
Amanda Ward: Honoring Her Father and Celebrating Black History Month
Sullivan County Legislator Amanda Ward, who represents District 8, shares the story of her late father, Roland “The Gator” Ward, and his lasting contributions to the county. From his early days with…