News & Politics
Politics
Bowman and Latimer spar over Israel and public safety in first debate
The two candidates in the closely-watched primary race debated issues ranging from the war in Gaza to flood recovery funding.
Eric Adams
Personality
Eric Adams objects to scrutiny from the ‘word police’
They’ve kept an eye on everything the mayor has said during his two years in office.
Editor's Note
Personality
Editor’s note: José Bayona takes a break from politics
He was a key player on Eric Adams’ first mayoral campaign who rose to become one of the highest ranking Latinos in city government.
Albany Agenda
Policy
Legislators and formerly incarcerated mothers rally for sentencing reform bills
State Sens. Julia Salazar and Jeremy Cooney joined advocates to push for a trio of bills that would reduce excessive prison sentences.
Politics
Politics
How the state budget could protect New York Democrats in November
Provisions on affordable housing, retail theft, squatters and more may help respond to Republican attacks.
New York State
Policy
Cannabis agency head out following bombshell report
Office of Cannabis Management executive director Christopher Alexander will leave the beleaguered agency in September, as Gov. Kathy Hochul tries to get the agency on firmer footing.
2024 New York congressional battleground
Politics
Heastie visits incumbents facing left-wing primary challenges
In recent weeks, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie has hosted in-district events with Assembly Members Didi Barrett, Michael Benedetto and Stefani Zinerman – who are all fighting off primary challenges backed by the WFP or DSA.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: We need legislative reform to address our trash problem
We can only fix our trash problem by cutting down on the amount of waste we produce, which will require legislation like the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act.
News & Politics
Politics
Appellate court agrees that state ethics commission is unconstitutional
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo sued the Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government to prevent it from investigating his $5 million book deal.
Housing
Policy
How New York is addressing its affordable housing crisis
Local and state leaders at City & State’s 2024 Affordable Housing summit weighed in on efforts underway to build more, while protecting tenants and homeowners.
NYPD
Policy
NYPD still racking up overtime and mum on social media posts
The New York City Council criticized police leaders for fiscal mismanagement and “unprofessional” posts.
NYPD
Policy
NYPD still racking up overtime and mum on social media posts
The New York City Council criticized police leaders for fiscal mismanagement and “unprofessional” posts.
2024 New York congressional battleground
Politics
AOC challenger hit with FEC complaint
The complaint alleges that Marty Dolan, who is challenging the progressive member of Congress, failed to properly report his campaign contributions and expenditures.
New York City
Policy
More baby changing stations have been installed at New York City parks
The city is ahead of schedule in its goal to equip nearly every parks bathroom by 2027.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s note: City & State wins five awards at the New York Press Association Better Newspaper Contest
This year’s wins included first place wins for best news website and best newsletter.
Education
Policy
David Banks testifies on antisemitism in schools before House subcommittee
Congress has been a tough place to visit for educational leaders recently.
Albany Agenda
Politics
Zellnor Myrie may run for mayor on legislative record
The state senator has focused on criminal justice and election reforms in Albany.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Myrie starts exploratory committee to challenge Adams for mayor
The state senator is the latest politico to express interest in mounting a challenge.
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