What to know about NYC’s $92.2 billion budget

New York's budget is larger than all but two states, but still feeling the pinch of Wall Street volatility.

• By Jeff Coltin
• February 7, 2019

City Council underfunds CUNY Mexican Studies Institute

CUNY Mexican Studies Institute should be funded as much as its Puerto Rican and Dominican counterparts.

• By Cesar Vargas
• February 7, 2019

Public advocate candidates debate tech

Animosity towards Amazon in the New York City Public Advocate debate doesn't mean the candidates are hostile to tech.

• By Annie McDonough
• February 7, 2019

Here is how to track federal grants for New York City nonprofits

• By Zach Williams
• February 7, 2019

Amazon is the new Trump in first official public advocate debate

Amazon was the new Trump in the first official New York City public advocate debate.

• By Jeff Coltin
• February 7, 2019

Criminal justice reforms up next ahead of Caucus Weekend

Criminal justice reforms up next for Democratic state lawmakers ahead of Caucus Weekend in Albany.

• By Jeff Coltin
• February 7, 2019

Holding law enforcement accountable begins with full repeal of 50-a

This law shields police officers from public scrutiny at the expense of accountability, transparency and safety.

• By Cynthia Conti-Cook and Dan Quart
• February 6, 2019

Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli on the state’s $2.8 billion budget shortfall

New York's $2.8 billion budget shortfall is the result of Trump’s tax cut.

• By Annie McDonough
• February 6, 2019

Brad Hoylman: The person behind state Senate’s progressive bills

Six-year Senate veteran Brad Hoylman is as progressive as many newcomers, and his bills are finally moving.

• By Rebecca C. Lewis
• February 6, 2019

Here is how the federal government shutdown is still affecting New Yorkers' food security

• By Zach Williams
• February 6, 2019

What can Amazon do to sell its HQ2 plan in New York City?

Experts weigh in on the Amazon's $3 billion deal to build another headquarters in Queens and compare it to similar battles in New York City’s history.

• By Jonathan Lentz
• February 6, 2019

What to watch for in the public advocate debate

The New York City public advocate special election race has narrowed as candidates try to separate themselves in the first debate.

• By A. G. Sims
• February 6, 2019

New York City should require green roofs

Urban farms, reduced pollution, lower energy costs, even sound-proofing – what’s not to like?

• By Rafael Espinal, Jr.
• February 6, 2019

Democratic state legislators’ constitutional moves

A slate of proposed amendments aim to update the state’s antiquated constitution.

• By Zach Williams
• February 6, 2019

What is the Public Authorities Control Board?

Why the Public Authorities Control Board, a little-known state entity, could derail the plan to bring Amazon’s new headquarters to Queens.

• By Annie McDonough
• February 5, 2019

Danny O’Donnell falsely claims public advocate endorsements

New York City public advocate candidate Assemblyman Danny O’Donnell incorrectly claimed at least two elected officials were endorsing his run for higher office. Now one is denying he endorsed O’Donnell and another is endorsing his opponent.

• By Jeff Coltin
• February 5, 2019

Could Gianaris veto Amazon HQ2?

State Senator Michael Gianaris is one of the few public officials who have taken up arms in the fight, and now has been given a seat on the Public Authorities Control Board.

• By Annie McDonough
• February 5, 2019

The Robin Hood Foundation has a new anti-poverty initiative

• By Zach Williams
• February 5, 2019

Poll: Will Amazon ultimately build HQ2 in Queens?

What will it take to get everyone on board with Amazon building its HQ2 in Queens?

• By City & State
• February 5, 2019

Should accused sexual harassers be hired in politics?

Former state Sen. Jeff Klein is just the most recent accused New York pol to get a lobbying job. Some say that’s wrong.

• By David Colon
• February 4, 2019