New York State
Politics
A Trump win could complicate conservation efforts for the American eel in New York
Already depleted, the American eel is just one of many species that benefits from environmental federal funding – which could be in jeopardy
Nonprofits
NYN Media
‘This was not a one-and-done deal’: Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter’s legacy with Habitat for Humanity
The nonprofit’s CEO Sabrina Lippman recalls the 100-year-old former president and former first lady’s commitment to build affordable housing in an interview with New York Nonprofit Media.
News & Politics
Politics
Hochul predicts Dems will flip at least three House seats
Democrats have targeted five GOP-held House districts. The governor is confident they will win at least three.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Yusef Salaam, national Democratic star, gets slow fundraising start
The first-term City Council member handily prevailed in a contentious three-way primary. He doesn't seem worried about another competitive race.
News & Politics
Politics
WFP launches new attack ad against WFP candidate
The progressive third party is accusing Anthony Frascone, the WFP nominee for the 17th Congressional District, of stealing its ballot line.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: What government can do
During my administration, the state completed numerous infrastructure projects on time and under budget – a testament to what a competent government can accomplish.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Endorsement-gate and the slow death of daily newspapers
The recent controversial decisions by the owners of The Washington Post and LA Times remind us of the growing pileup of publications owned by failing hobbyist media magnates
Policy
Policy
Prop 1 explained, in painstaking detail
If you still have any questions about the state Equal Rights Amendment, we’ve hopefully got you covered.
Energy & Environment
Politics
The future of wind power relies in part on who wins the presidency
Vice President Kamala Harris will likely embrace the clean, renewable energy source, while former President Donald Trump stymies it, according to experts.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Are Latinos becoming the next ‘white American’ voters?
It’s essential for Democrats to understand the real reasons that Latino voters are increasingly drawn to Donald Trump.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Adams’ senior officials rally for City of Yes housing plan
Mayor Eric Adams himself took a back seat on the day of action.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Chinese-American Planning Council hosts voter education event
The Golden Day Community Carnival combined getting-the-vote out with family fun activities.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
How nonprofits are engaging reluctant voters ahead of the presidential election
GoVoteNYC’s nonpartisan program engages low-propensity voters in BIPOC communities.
News & Politics
Politics
Gillibrand still sees abortion as winning issue for Democrats
U.S. Sen Kirsten Gillibrand is not worried about Republican attempts to capitalize on confusion around the state Equal Rights Amendment.
Politics
Brooklyn Dems follow up MAGA rally at MSG with call to arms at gala
The resounding theme at the event at Giando on the Water in Williamsburg was to get-out-the vote in support of Vice President Kamala Harris' run for the presidency and New York's role in taking back the House.
Policy
Policy
Will a new president jumpstart the transition to electric vehicles in New York, or let it stall?
Charging infrastructure is gradually being built in New York, but consumers are still not quite convinced they can get anywhere in the state in an electric car.
Politics
Politics
Holden files formal complaints on NYC Council’s ‘overtly political’ ballot proposal messaging
The City Council speaker’s office cited guidance from the Conflicts of Interest Board in defending mailers and other communications that criticize ballot proposals 2 through 6.
News & Politics
Politics
WFP fights to stay on state ballot
The progressive third party must receive at least 2% of all presidential votes cast or 130,000 votes, whichever is higher, to avoid being kicked off the ballot.
Power Lists
Power Lists