Andrew Cuomo
Personality
Son of a preacher man
Ruben Diaz Jr. has chipped away at some of the Bronx’s nagging stereotypes, and is hoping to replicate these successes citywide as he runs for mayor. And you can bet he’ll use his greatest asset: a natural, affable charm. Early on, he is lagging on fundraising and name recognition – but perhaps his biggest challenge is the behavior of his father, the Rev. Rubén Díaz Sr.
Power Lists
The 2019 Bronx Power 100
City & State recognizes the most noteworthy figures in the Bronx.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
9/11 remembered, fusion voting debated, vaping scrutinized
Rounding up the week’s political news.
Donald Trump
Policy
Could New York opt out of Opportunity Zones?
The community development tax break is benefiting the wealthy, but New York doesn't have to hand out its own money.
Technology
Policy
Will New York follow California on gig worker protections?
California is poised to turn its gig workers into full employees, and New York may soon follow.
New York City Council
Politics
Should New York City reconsider term limits?
Will former New York City Council members eyeing their old seats undermine the goal of term limits?
Technology
Policy
City Council looks for answers on ride-hailing regulations
As the New York City Council sought answers on ride-hailing rules, acting TLC head Bill Heinzen was on the spot.
New York State
Policy
Takeaways from the first Public Campaign Financing Commission hearing
The Public Campaign Financing Commission held its first two hearings on Tuesday, one for experts to testify and one for public testimony. At the first of two hearings on Tuesday, 17 experts testified before the commission, with 20 minutes each to make their cases. The second saw hundreds of New Yorkers – including elected officials – show up to testify for up to three minutes. Here’s what hearings suggested about the commission’s direction.
New York City
Policy
How 9/11 survivors can get help
It’s not too late to apply for compensation for health care costs.
New York City
Opinion
I’m a 9/11 survivor. I still don’t know how these programs can help me.
First responders aren’t the only ones still reeling from the deadly attacks.
New York City
Opinion
The enduring legacy of James Zadroga
The struggle to get government to acknowledge the health effects of 9/11.
New York City
Politics
The wound that won’t heal
Why thousands of New Yorkers might be 9/11 victims – and not even know it.
New York State
Politics
Celebrating the Labor Power 100
A look at City & State’s gala recognizing 100 of the most influential leaders in labor.
New York State
Policy
