Opinion

Opinion

Opinion: Building a stronger New York starts with a fairer tax system

If we increase taxes on the wealthiest New Yorkers, we can build a state that working-class people can actually afford.

New York City Council

Politics

Paladino presents her case

At a hearing Tuesday, the Republican council member will try to convince a judge she’s being discriminated against for conservative beliefs after the City Council tried to initiate an ethics committee process.

Heard Around Town

Politics

Chicago’s mayor fundraises in the Bronx with former Rep. Jamaal Bowman

Brandon Johnson is getting some help from a fellow Black leftist while facing a tough reelection battle.

NYN Media

NYN Media

Opinion: Permanent supportive housing works. Let’s not undo it.

New York must protect and promote the best evidence-based solution to homelessness despite federal threats.

New York State

Politics

An Albany exodus of retiring state lawmakers

A dozen lawmakers from both parties and both legislative chambers have said they won’t seek reelection this year

Opinion

Opinion

Opinion: Why your electric bill is so high – and how the state comptroller can lower it

If we lower the profit margin that utility monopolies are guaranteed to earn, we lower electricity bills.

Zohran Mamdani

Politics

100 days in, Mamdani embraces democratic socialism

“Pothole politics” is the New York City mayor’s answer to “sewer socialism.”

Opinion

Opinion

Opinion: Don’t let AI chatbots pretend to be doctors and lawyers

If a person falsely claims to be a licensed professional, they can be held liable for providing dangerous advice. The same standard should apply to AI chatbots.

Personality

Personality

How does Mamdani’s first 100 days favorability stack up against Adams, de Blasio?

Mayors often start strong with a base of support, but sometimes that doesn’t even last the first few months.

Opinion

Opinion

Opinion: How New York (and Maryland) can make dining out safe

With Washington’s hands tied, we’re advancing legislation to require clear, visible icons for high-sodium and high-added sugar items on chain restaurant menus.

Zohran Mamdani

Politics

Mamdani’s first 100 days: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

The mayor shouldered the weight of global stardom while learning the ropes of city bureaucracy – and getting hit with some unexpected challenges.

Zohran Mamdani

Politics

Mamdani’s first 100 days: A record-breaking winter

The mayor exceeded expectations on plowing but caught some strays in a controversial snowball fight.

Zohran Mamdani

Personality

Mamdani’s first 100 days: Staffing up

The new mayor attracted top talent from around the country, but there were certainly hiccups along the way.

Heard Around Town

Politics

This race ain’t big enough for two Micahs

Micah Lasher is trying to get longshot Micah Bergdale off the ballot in NY-12.