New York State
Policy
Here’s some of the major legislation New York passed in the end of the legislative session
After addressing abortion, cryptocurrency and guns, members of the state Senate and Assembly now must shift gears to prepare for elections.
Gun Control
Policy
Hochul signs gun laws at the start of a tough election cycle for Democrats
Officials from across the state attended the bill signing that served as much as a rallying cry as an earnest attempt to prevent future shootings.
Nonprofits
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Shootings spike in New York City each summer. What are officials doing to stop it?
More police, summer jobs and a new task force are part of Mayor Eric Adams’ plan.
Personality
LGBTQ political clubs are a nexus of organizing power in New York City
We sat down with the leaders of four clubs to discuss their goals – and shortcomings.
Politics
New York City Council District 3 celebrates 30 years of LGBTQ representation
The four out gay council members who have occupied the seat during the past three decades say they’re focused on the work that lies ahead.
Policy
Shootings spike in New York City each summer. What are officials doing to stop it?
More police, summer jobs and a new task force are part of Mayor Eric Adams’ plan.
Political Personalities with Skye
Stream
BID leaders weigh in on NYC comeback post-pandemic
In times of adversity, BIDs and chambers remain neighborhood strongholds.
Politics
Politics
Is Suozzi’s ethics scandal an ethics scandal?
The candidate for governor also criticized incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul for handing out rebate checks ahead of the primary, among other potential ethical issues.
Policy
Policy
After passage of bitcoin mining moratorium, advocates push Hochul for action
The moratorium bill was revived to pass early Friday morning, despite aggressive lobbying by the crypto industry.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Opinion: Mismanagement at nonprofits? Think again
The most significant issues facing the non-profit sector are not widespread fraud but low wages, constricted budgets, and government contracts that only cover a fraction of the total cost of critical life-saving services and are rarely paid on time or in full.
Personality
Here are New York’s most disruptive critters
The end-of-session black bear isn’t New York’s only political animal.
Personality
Personality
A new group to help Times Square emerge from COVID-19 pandemic
A Q&A with Times Square Alliance President Tom Harris about the Midtown BID Coalition and what’s being done to connect homeless people with services.
Policy
Eric Adams defends hiring of gun violence czar flagged in DOI probe
“Everybody's going to start telling me ‘Why did you pick this one? Why don't you pick that? Because I'm the mayor,” Adams said.
Political Personalities with Skye
Stream
Tom Suozzi garners hometown support at Memorial Day Parade
Rep. Suozzi started his political career as Mayor of Glen Cove before serving as Nassau County Executive and in Congress.
Personality
Personality
Jumaane Williams isn’t worried about the state of the governor’s race
The New York City public advocate talked with City & State about why lackluster polling and fundraising numbers aren’t discouraging him.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Opinion: Lawmakers must prioritize New York’s health
Proposed legislation would raise healthcare costs amidst inflation
Nonprofits
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