Health Care
Policy
NY’s murky records mask rising Medicaid costs
The state was quietly busting through its self-imposed Medicaid spending cap – and that was before the pandemic struck.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
James Gennaro is back for Round 2
A Q&A with the new City Council member who is starting his 13th year in the chamber.
Bill de Blasio
Politics
Hizzoner is living for Cuomo’s downfall
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio is suddenly telling us what he really thinks about the embattled governor.
New York City
Personality
4 things to know about the next NYC schools chancellor
Meisha Porter is a longtime educator in New York City’s public school system.
New York City
Politics
Editor's Note: Inclusion and ranking on our power lists
City & State is committed to reflecting all of New York’s diverse communities in our coverage of New York state politics and government.
New York State
Politics
Mapping congressional redistricting
Here’s what New York’s new congressional boundaries could look like.
New York State
Politics
Where Democrats draw the line
Will the party defer to the Independent Redistricting Commission, or use its supermajorities to try to retain control of Congress?
New York State
Politics
The other shoe drops for Cuomo
Sexual harassment allegations by a second accuser means scandal will shadow the governor for months – if not longer.
New York City
Politics
Cuomo accused of sexual harassment and no charges in Daniel Prude’s death
Rounding up the week’s political news.
New York State
Politics
New state lawmakers from Rochester spearhead policing reform
Elected officials take on mental health crisis response, police residency requirements and qualified immunity after Daniel Prude decision.
New York State
Policy
State Legislature moves to restore voting rights to parolees
The state Senate has passed the decade-old bill for the first time since its introduction
New York City
Politics
Richard Carranza’s biggest moments
The defining events of the New York City schools chancellor’s tenure
New York State
Politics
One woman who could bring down Gov. Andrew Cuomo
No matter what happens to the governor, state Sen. Alessandra Biaggi will likely play a big role.
Health Care
Policy
Where does NY’s mental health stand?
The state’s residents are dealing with heightened levels of anxiety, depression and substance abuse – with too few resources available to them.
New York City
Politics