New York City
Policy
State audit finds room for improvement in NYC’s AI governance
A new report from state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli found New York City has only partially implemented 2023 recommendations on how government should use AI.
NYN Media
NYN Media
New York is still helping Dolly Parton give books to kids
OCFS is awarding $1 million in grants this year for Parton’s Imagination Library
Politics
Politics
Despite early promises of transparency, Hochul has dragged her feet in releasing her detailed public schedules
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s detailed public schedules have been released long after the fact and lacking in information.
Personality
Personality
John Samuelsen and the art of strategic petrol bomb-throwing
The old-school transit union leader picks a lot of quixotic fights. He swears it’s all part of the plan.
DSA
Politics
NYC-DSA approves $95k leader salaries
The socialist organization’s co-chairs hadn’t been getting paid – but the decision comes at an awkward time.
2026 congressional midterm elections
Politics
In Hudson Valley race, Lawler and Conley are fighting Middle East wars
Democrat Cait Conley responded to GOP attacks tying her to the botched pullout from Afghanistan, and spoke about her record of service.
New York City
Personality
TikTokers worldwide want Zohran Mamdani to fix their problems
The social media mayor is known for making TikToks, but he may be watching yours too.
Somos
Politics
With Puerto Rico’s drought, activists urge Somos to reconsider
The political conference in San Juan draws thousands of New Yorkers.
2026 New York gubernatorial election
Politics
Hochul blasts tariffs at State Fair as Blakeman agrees to end formal ICE agreement
The governor wouldn’t let fairgoers forget Trump’s trade war and tariffs – and got a win in Nassau County.
DSA
Politics
AOC rejoined DSA this month after 7-year absence
The socialist standard-bearer apparently forgot to renew her annual DSA membership when it expired in 2019.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Brooklyn Dems pass rules to stymie reformers
Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn plans to pack the committee – but her opponents plan to sue.
New York City
Policy
Weeks away from the start of school, 3-K and pre-K programs are without funding
Several providers said they’ve had to dig into their own pockets or apply for loans to be able to open their doors on Sept. 10.
Politics
Politics
Legal threats mount as law limiting ICE takes effect
As Gov. Kathy Hochul looks to crack down on 287(g) agreements, GOP leaders aren’t flinching.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Buffalo’s anointed one: A Q&A with Leah Halton-Pope
The Assembly candidate wants to find the middle ground, just like her mentor Crystal Peoples-Stokes.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
A ‘naked power grab:’ BK Dems rally against proposed rules change
District leaders and elected officials pushing for change in the Brooklyn Democratic Party accused Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn of trying to steal an election.
Policy
Policy
Immigrant advocates have plans for ONA’s new funding
A new memo from the Care for Immigrant Families coalition recommends expanding emergency deportation defense services.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s note: A keen sense of timing
It took nine months to go from lobbying idea to lobbying story.
GOP
Politics