Jeffries to stump for Conley, Johnson to stump for Lawler
Jeffries to stump for Conley, Johnson to stump for Lawler
PoliticsShow All
2026 New York gubernatorial election
With new ads, progressive super PAC looks to deploy Mamdani voters for Hochul
Affiliated with Make the Road Action, Left Hook launched two new ads by Mamdani videographers Melted Solids.
New York City
Poll: Nine months into Mamdani’s tenure, affordability remains serious problem
A new survey from Honan Strategy Group found that nearly half of New York City voters say they are likely to leave the city within the next five years due to the cost of living.
Campaigns & Elections
A more confident Conley takes on Lawler in second NY-17 debate
Rep. Mike Lawler and Democrat Cait Conley may have leaned on the same points as the first debate, but it was a whole new ballgame.
New York City
Nikki Lucas, prospective Brooklyn Democratic Party chair, sued over campaign debts
A spokesperson for the Assembly member who could lead the county party described past invoices as disputed and said they’re “under review.”
PolicyShow All
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.
New York City
Mamdani orders NYPD to review use-of-force practices, increase transparency
The reforms aim to make it harder for police officers to avoid misconduct charges, and to staff up the NYPD’s oversight agency.
PersonalityShow All
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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40 Under 40
The 2026 NYC 40 Under 40
Rising Stars in politics, policy and the public sphere
OpinionShow All
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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NYN MediaShow All
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.
NYN Media
Restler joins the neverending war against late nonprofit payments
The New York City Council contracts chair is introducing a new agenda to tackle an old issue.
Education
Will AI ban for NYC students exacerbate the city’s digital divide?
Education experts and advocates weigh in on the potential equity drawbacks of banning artificial intelligence in classrooms through 8th grade.
