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Mark Levine endorses Dan Goldman for Congress

That’s a blow to Brad Lander, Levine’s predecessor as comptroller – unless redistricting shakes up the congressional race.

New York State

Hochul campaign quickly weaponizes immigrant announcement against Blakeman

Within hours of proposing a ban on local agreements with federal immigration officials, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s campaign was using it to attack her likely Republican opponent’s’s support of ICE

New York City

NYC Council announces antisemitism task force, raising eyebrows with Vernikov leadership

The city faces increased antisemitism crimes, and Speaker Julie Menin has made the issue a priority.

2026 New York state elections

Assembly candidate Aber Kawas says she didn’t move into wrong district

Concerns about the DSA parachuting candidates into races sparked a false rumor that Kawas moved to Queens in order to run for Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s seat but accidentally moved into a neighboring district.

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News & Politics

New York lawmakers want to keep AI out of news

State Sen. Pat Fahy and Assembly Member Nily Rozic’s NY FAIR News Act would require disclosures on AI journalism, among other protections.

New York City

Deadly extended cold snap proves early challenge for Mamdani

The snowstorm was one thing. Extended cold temperatures is another.

New York City

Poll: New Yorkers not that interested in hailing a robotaxi

Amid a lobbying push for self-driving cars, a new survey shows less than a third of New Yorkers are interested in riding in one.

New York State

Hochul proposes banning local cooperation with ICE

In a shift, Gov. Kathy Hochul has thrown her support behind ending 287(g) agreements, a key component of existing legislation immigrant advocates are pushing for

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Interviews & Profiles

Mark Levine says the NYC budget gap really is that bad

It’s also politically convenient for a mayor looking to tax the rich.

Personality

How to talk like a socialist

Cadre? Ultra? Learn DSA lingo with this handy guide.

Interviews & Profiles

Lucy Lang on protecting ‘the fabric of democracy’ as state inspector general

New Yorkers may not have heard of her office, but as it marks 40 years, she says they can feel the impact.

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Publisher's Section

The 2026 Trailblazers in Health Care

New York’s notable policymakers, providers and practitioners in the medical field.

Power Lists

The 2026 Albany Power 100

The most influential New Yorkers in state government and politics.

Who's Who

The 2026 Who’s Who in Political Consulting & Communications

Top campaign professionals to know in New York.

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Opinion

Opinion: Hochul must act as deed theft pushes New Yorkers out of their homes

Homeownership cannot be left out of housing justice. Black homeowners deserve protections, and the governor has the power to stop displacement now.

Opinion

Opinion: Millionaires must pay their fair share to ensure NYC’s affordability

The Fair Share Act would enact a modest 2% surcharge on incomes over $1 million.

Editor's Note

Editor’s note: Zohran Mamdani and Zack Weiner have LinkNYC in common

We’re paying attention to any loopholes being exploited on these sidewalk screens.

Opinion

Opinion: Living paycheck to paycheck is hard enough – let’s not make it worse

The STOP Act would rein in unchecked app-based payday loan companies that exploit workers.

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NYN Media

Opinion: The hidden twin crises facing older New Yorkers

A local solution that pairs meal delivery with human connection is taking shape.

Interviews & Profiles

Procurement reform is Lincoln Restler’s problem now.

A Q&A with the new City Council contracts committee chair on “one of the most intractable and problematic components of city government.”

Opinion

Opinion: Too many New Yorkers still can’t get the mental health care they need

State Sens. Samra Brouk and Nathalia Fernandez have introduced two bills to fix this issue.

Interviews & Profiles

Overcoming leadership challenges and creating nonprofit succession plans

An interview with Family & Children’s Association President and CEO Jeffrey Reynolds.