Why did Bruce Blakeman go 100% MAGA?
Why did Bruce Blakeman go 100% MAGA?
The former Long Island moderate is now facing the music in his run for governor.
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New York City
Eric Ulrich goes to trial in first Adams-era corruption case
Eric Ulrich, who is one of several members of former New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ administration to face corruption charges, began his long awaited trial on Monday.
Campaigns & Elections
The 2026 congressional general election races to watch
The road to the House majority could run through New York this year.
Politics
Encountering AI in elected officials’ statements
City & State set out to survey New York City Council members on affordable housing, but received several AI-generated responses instead.
News & Politics
Jeffries to stump for Conley, Johnson to stump for Lawler
Congress’ two most powerful leaders are coming to NY-17.
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New York City
NYC’s 2-K program set to expand to the Bronx and Staten Island
New York City's free childcare program for two-year-olds will expand by 10,000 seats next year, including in the Bronx and on Staten Island.
New York City Council
Animal Welfare Caucus announces legislative priorities
The new caucus will be pushing ten bills in the city council next year.
New York City Council
Can the City Council rein in the Strategic Response Group?
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani promised on the campaign trail to disband the controversial NYPD unit. Will a bill gaining traction in the City Council get to it first?
New York City
NYC Council members bracing for a sea change in housing development
City & State reached out to nearly 30 council members subject to a new affordable housing fast track. They’re largely disgruntled over the new normal.
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Personality
This week’s biggest Winners & Losers
Who’s up and who’s down this week?
Politics
John Samuelsen is (predictably) not happy about the horse carriage ban
An interview with the union leader on what he plans to do next about the apparent deal to ban the industry from New York City.
Personality
Want to be the BOO-klyn Democratic Party chair?
Grab a haunted tablecloth and turn it into a political Halloween costume.
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Trailblazers
The 2026 Long Island Trailblazers
Local leaders of Suffolk and Nassau counties
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New York City
Opinion: The World Cup was a test for city government. How did we do?
The World Cup added $2 billion to our local economy, supported more than 12,000 jobs and increased foot traffic to our sports bars by 16%.
Opinion
Opinion: New York still needs more AI regulation
The state Legislature has passed bills regulating AI chatbots and data centers. It’s now up to Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign them.
Editor's Note
Editor’s note: Count your Rising Stars
These up-and-coming leaders have a better track record than the Forbes 30 Under 30.
Opinion
Opinion: The quiet whitewashing of history at Bowling Green
Why New York must defend the Museum of the American Indian
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Artificial Intelligence
Opinion: Taxing AI labor to protect the future of work
If payroll taxes decline, governments will need a way to keep revenues steady.
NYN Media
Janos Marton is taking Dream.org into its AI advocacy era
After being promoted to CEO, Marton spoke to City & State about his priorities for the organization ahead of the midterm elections.
Opinion
Opinion: On food assistance, we’re flying blind
New York City needs to track exactly who is at risk of losing SNAP benefits and who has already fallen off the rolls to determine where help is most needed.
NYN Media
Opinion: Child welfare workers don’t just protect – they create
New York City’s children’s services commissioner takes a moment to appreciate not just the frontline workers, but those behind the scenes.
