Two things…

Two things news folks around the state are watching today:
Hillary Clinton’s successor in the Senate. A spokesman says she’ll keep her seat until she’s confirmed — if and when. That gives Gov. David Paterson at least a month to consider the options.
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Rep. Kirstin Gillibrand is reportedly still on the list.

Second thing — the governor’s Commission on Property Tax Relief is due out with its final report on controlling property taxes in NY. They’re the highest in the country, by the way.