New York State

Politics

Who’s trending in New York’s top congressional races?

In the 19th and 22nd districts, incumbent Republicans are facing strong challenges from Democrats hoping to help flip the House.

New York City

Politics

Why Michael Bloomberg keeps helping Republicans

Bloomberg is a Democrat again, but he’s still supporting GOP lawmakers in vulnerable districts.

Personality

Who's up and who's down this week?

Thinking about running for statewide office ever? Commit this to memory: garbage plates are a Rochester delicacy made of home fries, beef, macaroni salad, baked beans, onions and sauces. Basically, it’s garbage, but it means a lot to Rochesterians, who were appalled at attorney general candidate Tish James’ unfamiliarity with the dish at this week’s one-and-only AG debate. Now don’t forget it, and be sure to thank us when you ace the lightning round in the 2042 debate for space governor.

Andrew Cuomo

Politics

The largest donors to New York candidates

A bunch of white businessman, they almost all gave generously to Gov. Cuomo.

New York City

Politics

How one mega-donor can affect the midterms

Billionaire Ronald Lauder is behind National Horizon ads targeting Democratic candidates online.

New York State

Politics

The lag in Latino political representation

Recent years have seen only slight in improvement in the number of Latino elected officials.

New York City

Policy

How far New York still has to go on MWBEs

City and state officials weigh in on efforts to award contracts to firms owned by women or minorities.

Andrew Cuomo

Politics

Updated: A guide to Cuomo’s 2018 challengers

Gov. Andrew Cuomo still faces a handful of opponents in his 2018 reelection bid.

New York City

Policy

NYC failed to enforce water tank law, council health chair finds

After neglect in New York City water tank inspection was exposed, seven reform bills weighed.

New York City

Opinion

New campaign finance reform would return power to the people

Ballot Question 1 from Mayor Bill de Blasio’s Charter Revision Commission would lower donation limits and increase public matching funds.

New York State

Politics

Max Rose’s 'Staten Island first' strategy

Democrat Max Rose has distanced himself from his party and focused on local issues.

New York State

Policy

Breaking down the barriers of male-dominated boards

A new California law aimed at increasing diversity could be a model for New York.

New York City

Politics

Who will win New York’s most competitive House contests?

Democrats could win back the lower house of Congress. Weigh in on the local races that could make the difference.

Politics

Previewing New York's most competitive congressional races

New York congressional districts that are currently in play, according to rankings by the Cook Political Report, Sabato’s Crystal Ball or Inside Elections with Nathan Gonzalez/Roll Call.

New York State

Policy

Out on parole, and turning out to vote

The governor granted thousands of parolees the right to vote. The GOP went on the attack. So what do parolees have to say?

New York City

Policy

Momentum builds behind MWBEs

After a lackluster year, the rate of contracting for minority- and women-owned businesses is rising in New York.