New York City
Policy
Advocates: De Blasio marijuana plan won't end racial disparities
New York City will replace marijuana possession arrests with summonses, but blacks and Latinos will still bear the brunt.
Donald Trump
Policy
New York Republicans won’t criticize Trump for child separation policy
Only Rep. Peter King called to stop the Trump administration's controversial practice of child separation.
New York City
Politics
Crowley sends "worst NYC lawmaker" to debate in his place
Rep. Joe Crowley sent Annabel Palma, ranked as one of New York City's worst councilmembers in 2016 by City & State, to debate Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in his place.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
Why nothing is happening in Albany
Although there is still time for the legislative session to heat up, especially since voting will likely go late into the night on Tuesday, many in Albany are not expecting any surprises. The relative calm is due to the fact that Republicans control the state Senate but lack the majority needed to pass bills.
Immigration
Politics
City Hall: There are migrants separated from their parents in New York
The federal government is placing newly unaccompanied minors in New York City residential programs.
Education
Opinion
My journey shows why specialized high school admissions must change
Today, as a state legislator I find myself in an interesting position; I am often in the middle of key debates regarding the segregation of our city’s schools. And I wonder how it is we are still wrestling with the same divisive issues that dominated our country more than 60 years ago.
New York State
Politics
Peralta campaign video doesn’t mention IDC
State Sen. Jose Peralta emphasizes his experience in campaign video as he seeks re-election.
New York State
Politics
Albany kicks off last week of session by phoning it in
The end of the New York state legislative session began not with a bang, but with a whimper.
New York City
Policy
Missing water tank reports at many NYC hospitals
Gaps in New York City's water tank reporting cited at local hospitals.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
Stephanie Miner: Only insiders worry about her being a spoiler
The former Democratic mayor of Syracuse is running as an independent
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
What's the Buffalo Billion trial about, again?
The pay-to-play trial against Cuomo-affiliates begins this week, here's what to know about the "Buffalo Billion" trial.
New York State
Policy
Sports betting FAQ
Everything you need to know about sports betting in New York and the legislative push to legalize it.
New York State
Policy
Other games of chance and skill on Albany's agenda
Sports betting in New York is the hot topic, but other gambling issues are also being discussed.
Immigration
Politics
State Immigrant Action Fund announces second round of primary endorsements
The New York State Immigrant Action Fund announces primary endorsements for Reps. Adriano Espaillat, Gregory Meeks, Yvette Clarke and Max Rose.
New York State
Policy
Is it game on for sports betting in New York?
New York lawmakers confront legal complications in the rush to allow sports betting.
New York State
Policy
Lawmakers hedging their bets on sports gambling legislation
New York lawmakers weigh in on the likelihood of tackling legalized sports betting before the end of session.
New York State
Politics