Heard Around Town
Politics
With an eye to AOC, DSA finalizes presidential endorsement process
The socialist group could consider formally backing a candidate early in 2027.
New York City
Policy
Federal workers still don’t want to move to Jersey – but looks like they’ll have to
The new headquarters for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ New York District and North Atlantic Division will be in Jersey City.
New York City
Politics
Judge blocks Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn’s BK Dems rules overhaul
Judge Jill R. Epstein called the recent vote to change party rules – part of the Brooklyn chair’s scheme to maintain control – “improper.”
Immigration
NYN Media
NYC sues feds over ‘public charge’ rule
Immigration nonprofits joined Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration to back the suit
Albany Agenda
Politics
Trump has promised to issue checks if the GOP holds the House. Is he taking a page from Hochul?
Before the governor’s reelection, your check is in the mail. Again.
Personality
Personality
How many Primetime Emmys will New York take home?
Kareem Rahma’s show is up for an Emmy, in addition to many other productions filmed in the Empire State.
New York City
Politics
What’s next for the Squadriano after Adriano Espaillat’s loss?
Two likely possibilities: A new leader could emerge, or they could break apart.
Personality
Personality
Rafael Espinal talks New York City press passes, film tax breaks and economic justice
The commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment also discusses his creative side.
News & Politics
Politics
Mamdani attends Staten Island 9/11 event, over GOP rancor
Unlike in past years, the mayor and other electeds were not asked to speak at the Postcards memorial event, hosted by GOP Borough President Vito Fossella.
Zohran Mamdani
Updated
Politics
Who’s who in Zohran Mamdani’s administration?
Meet the folks who are running New York City.
New York City
Personality
Photos: New York pols walk the runway
New York Fashion Week met politics at Style Across the Aisle
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Hochul secures firefighter unions’ endorsements
On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, UFA, UFOA and NYSPFFA are backing the governor for reelection.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
The 2026 congressional general election races to watch
The road to the House majority could run through New York this year.
News & Politics
Politics
Carl Heastie joins Black legislative leaders in Philadelphia for historic panel
Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton hosted a discussion on the country’s focus on independence and inclusion.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s note: Setting the record straight on Mamdani’s lawyer
A retired Navy lawyer said New York City Chief Counsel Ramzi Kassem should be thanked for his work representing an al-Qaida member.
New York City Council
Policy
It could get easier for press passes to get revoked
The New York City Council is pushing a bill following outrage over “Mangionistas” with press credentials.
Personality
Personality
Back to school reading list: NYC politicos edition
Put down “The Power Broker.” Pick up one of two novels about futuristic cars.
Opinion
Opinion