Donald Trump
Politics
Trump’s potential New York legal woes
The former president is the subject of several investigations in the Empire State.
Energy & Environment
Policy
New York carbon tax proposal fizzles
The Assembly sponsor of the Climate and Community Investment Act says another year or so is needed to rally support.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Could crime tip the scales of the mayoral race?
Voters have responded positively to Eric Adams and Andrew Yang, who both oppose defunding the police.
New York City
Personality
Barbara Bowen still wants more for CUNY
A Q&A with the outgoing Professional Staff Congress-CUNY president.
Budget
Policy
De Blasio spending big on NYC’s recovery
But will the city’s coffers be empty for the mayor’s successor?
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
It’s Insider Vs. Outsiders in Republican Council Primary on Staten Island
A tradition of handing down power within this 50th Council district office is under assault in the most contested Republican primary in this cycle.
New York State
Policy
Can New York state force people to get COVID-19 vaccines?
The answer depends on a number of factors.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
One of the Council’s Newest Members Faces a Veteran Challenger and a New Voice
The 12th district, which covers the northeast Bronx, has seen two consecutive Council members ousted for corruption. Six months to the day after a special election elevated Kevin Riley to the seat, he faces two rivals on Primary Day.
Health Care
Policy
Should NY relax its mask mandate?
Public health experts and epidemiologists are concerned that doing so could lead to a spike in COVID-19 cases.
Transportation
Policy
So when will NYC have congestion pricing?
Biden’s approval of an environmental assessment is a shortcut on the long road to completing the toll project.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
Cuomo: The $5 million man
New financial disclosures show how much the governor will earn from his book on pandemic leadership.
New York City
Policy
How NYC can protect residents from extreme heat
Air conditioning is a lifeline, and it’s expensive. There are policies that can help.
Power Lists
The 2021 Real Estate/Construction 40 Under 40
The rising stars who are building a better New York.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Will stop and frisk be a top campaign issue once again?
And more coverage of key 2021 races.
New York City
Politics