New York City
Politics
Katz: We all want the same things in our family
The presumptive Queens DA gave her first public speech after Cabán’s concession.
New York City
Opinion
Why New York City needs universal internet access
As ubiquitous as internet access has become since the days of dial-up service it still remains largely inaccessible to many in disadvantaged communities, so New York City should adopt a universal internet access policy, writes technologist Emil Skandul.
New York City
Politics
With Katz on the way out, who’s running for Queens borough president?
Melinda Katz has secured the DA nomination. A large field is shaping up to replace her.
New York City
Politics
Meet the Republicans running against Ocasio-Cortez
City & State spoke with six of Ocasio-Cortez’s challengers. Despite their long odds, each feels confident they have what it takes to unseat one of the most famous members of Congress and certain common themes emerged.
New York City
Politics
Republicans line up to challenge Ocasio-Cortez
The 2020 election is over a year away, but Republicans have already begun lining up to unseat progressive firebrand Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. A total of seven candidates have filed and while they’re unlikely to win, they could get a lot of attention from conservatives.
New York City
Politics
Could MMV’s congressional run hand Rubén Díaz Sr. the seat?
The oversaturated pool of progressives could benefit the conservative cowboy-hatted councilman.
New York City
Policy
Strapping into Brooklyn’s new self-driving shuttles
Optimus Ride, a self-driving shuttle service, is rolling out in the Brooklyn Navy Yard today.
Politics
Cabán concedes to Katz in Queens DA race
Tiffany Cabán conceded defeat in the Democratic primary for Queens district attorney, paving the way for the establishment-backed Borough President Melinda Katz to be the party nominee and likely victory in November.
New York City
Policy
Federal transportation bill unlikely to offer New York much
The U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works passed a new federal transportation authorization of $287 billion to build and maintain roads, bridges, and rails – and it contains a first-ever climate change provision, but it still falls short on New York’s climate and mass transit priorities.
New York State
Politics
Celebrating the Pride Power 100
A look at City & State’s gala recognizing 100 LGBTQ leaders in New York.
New York State
Personality
Michael Gianaris’ winding road to progressivism
The lefty leader’s political history is peppered with establishment ties.
New York State
Politics
The internet loses its mind over Times headline
#CancelNYT trends on Twitter after the Gray Lady goes easy on Trump.
New York City
Personality
Dianne Morales wants to be New York City’s first female mayor
Dianne Morales, an Afro-Latina woman who runs a South Bronx social services nonprofit, is running for mayor of New York City in 2021. The 52-year-old executive director and CEO of Phipps Neighborhoods, launched her bid last week.
New York City
Policy
Facial recognition controversy spurs push for stalled NYPD transparency bill
The New York City Council wants to know what technology police are using, but transparency legislation has stalled.
New York City
Personality
Can Michael Gianaris lead the revolution?
Or is Joe Crowley’s old pal just along for the ride?
New York City
Policy
Bill de Blasio’s rough start to the week
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio was greeted with headlines on Sunday and Monday accusing him of ethically questionable fundraising and misuse of his security detail. Here’s what they said and how government accountability experts responded.
New York State
Politics
New York Post calls for an assault weapon ban (again)
Will Trump listen to a conservative call to action?
New York City
Opinion
A history of upsets in Queens politics
Bob Turner’s 2011 victory was short-lived. Others may prove more lasting
Personality
Chuck Schumer’s ridiculously specific pressers
Somehow, the Senate minority leader finds time for canned wine, robocalls and a slow Post Office.
Transportation
Policy