Politics
Politics
Adams mocks Lander as ‘loudest person in the city’
The comptroller should be advocating for federal asylum-seeker funding, the mayor said in an outburst at an unrelated press conference, in comments that felt more personal than political.
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Survey: Some asylum-seeker parents haven’t been able to get their children enrolled in NYC schools
The study by Make the Road New York and Hester Street also found migrants faced hurdles finding lawyers and getting transportation, among other needs.
2023 elections
Politics
Hiram Monserrate is off the ballot, but REBNY’s PAC is spending on Francisco Moya
Jobs for New York? More like Jobs for New York consultants.
Rikers Island
Politics
Comptroller and public advocate tour Rikers, call on feds to take over Rikers
After touring the jail complex, Brad Lander and Jumaane Williams said the city cannot be trusted to manage Rikers Island.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: New York City should move its municipal elections to even-numbered years
The shift is the easiest way to increase voting for key city offices
Heard Around Town
Policy
Liberty, Yankees games nixed and NYC libraries close early due to wildfire haze
New Yorkers were encouraged to stay home and stay inside to protect themselves from air pollution.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Albany must step up for essential retail workers
A package of bills designed to protect and empower employees at stores throughout our community should pass before the end of this legislative session.
Political Personalities with Skye
Stream
First algae harvester in New York coming to Southampton Village: Mayor Jesse Warren explains
Village of Southampton Mayor is on the ballot Friday, June 16th
Kathy Hochul
Policy
Hochul remains tight-lipped on her plans for the revised Grieving Families Act
Just five months ago, the governor vetoed the popular bill to update the state’s wrongful death laws. Lawmakers have passed a new version they say addresses the governor’s concerns.
Campaign Confidential
Politics
The super PAC fundraising for George Santos’ could-be opponents
The emails may have Anna Kaplan’s name on them, but American Bridge PAC said she didn’t know about their outreach.
2023 elections
Politics
Most interesting 2023 New York City Council primary races to watch
From a rare open seat in Harlem to a new Asian-majority seat in Brooklyn, election night on June 27 will have some fireworks.
Policy
Politics
Eric Adams, NYC health officials warn of poor air quality risks
New York City health and emergency officials urged all New Yorkers– especially those with underlying medical conditions – to limit outdoor activities.
Personality
Personality
The top 10 New York political mentions in hip-hop
A Tribe Called Quest liked David Dinkins, but Biggie wasn’t down with Rudy Giuliani.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
A son of the Bronx is now its historian
A Q&A with Angel Hernandez on taking over from Lloyd Ultan and the borough’s connection to Puerto Rico.
Immigration
Policy
Survey: Some asylum-seeker parents haven’t been able to get their children enrolled in NYC schools
The study by Make the Road New York and Hester Street also found migrants faced hurdles finding lawyers and getting transportation, among other needs
2023 session wrap-up
Policy
Things to look out for as legislative session closes out
From sealing criminal records to parole and campaign finance law, state lawmakers have several legislative issues to tackle before heading to their districts for the rest of the year.
Immigration
Opinion
Opinion: The collusion between police and ICE denies immigrant New Yorkers their human rights and humanity
Here’s my personal story and why the New York For All Act should be signed into law
2023 session wrap-up
Personality
City & State poll: What will pass with the end of the legislative session?
Take our latest highly unscientific survey and let us know what legislation will pass before lawmakers come home for a chance to win one of our collectible coffee mugs.
2023 session wrap-up
Policy
With new bill, Clean Slate looks closer than ever to becoming law
State leaders say they’ve reached a three-way deal on sealing people’s criminal records after a multi-year period.
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