Politics
Has state Sen. Marty Golden sped too close to the sun?
State Sen. Martin Golden has been a mainstay of Brooklyn politics for 20 years. But, as a “blue wave” of Democratic turnout in November gathers force, could Golden’s habit of stumbling into political minefields mean the senator’s time in office is finally up?
NYPD
Policy
Records standoff between NYPD and Vance continues
The New York Police Department hasn’t met Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance’s demands for access to internal police disciplinary records and investigative reports, but Police Commissioner James O’Neill is confident the two sides will reach an agreement.
Politics
Kaminsky: It's not OK Skelos did it for his son
City & State talked to Kaminsky just before the verdict came down about what his district thinks of Skelos, what he’s going to do with all his money, and why he likes Letitia James – even though he won’t endorse her for attorney general yet.
Politics
Dean and Adam Skelos found guilty again
Former state Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos and his son, Adam, were found guilty on federal corruption charges for the second time on Tuesday.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
'What you should know' about Rubén Díaz Sr.’s bizarre column
Diaz’s penchant for writing political missives using his government email address has gotten him into hot water recently. On Monday, the city Council’s Committee on Standards and Ethics held a hearing about Díaz’s alleged use of government email to send political messages to staffers and colleagues.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
Statewide candidates vie for most signatures, small donors
Here are the numbers of petitions and fundraising counts for prominent candidates running for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
360° video: What does a Close to Home facility look like?
This five-year-old initiative places youth in facilities close to their local communities rather than upstate facilities.
Politics
NY Republicans can't seem to agree on Helsinki summit
Several New York House Republicans pushed back against President Donald Trump’s seeming acceptance of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s rejection of allegations of election meddling.
Politics
The small but growing anti-Pelosi movement in New York
Outgoing Rep. Joseph Crowley isn’t the only New York House member or candidate who has expressed wariness about a potential Nancy Pelosi speakership.
Andrew Cuomo
Policy
The projects transforming Queens
Queens has rarely garnered as much attention as neighboring Manhattan or Brooklyn, but it is increasingly becoming a destination. Here’s a rundown of some of the biggest projects in the borough.
Politics
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, in her own words
In the latest media assessment of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the likely next congresswoman from the 14th Congressional District, her background is explored just as deeply as her progressive ideas.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Another high-profile merger highlights New York nonprofits’ efforts to expand
Reaching the most people possible with the most services was a named motivation in some mergers.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
More trouble for NYCHA, verdict in Buffalo Billion and protecting Roe
This week's headlines: More trouble for NYCHA, a guilty verdict in Buffalo Billion and protecting Roe v. Wade.
Campaigns & Elections
Personality
Jessica Ramos looks to capture that Ocasio-Cortez energy
Jessica Ramos is challenging state Sen. Jose Peralta, a former member of the Independent Democratic Conference.
Politics
The next leaders of Queens
Who will be the next borough president and district attorney of Queens?
Politics
Ocasio-Cortez endorses Teachout for attorney general
Many female politicians have chosen to have events in front of the Fearless Girl statue in lower Manhattan, including Rep. Carolyn Maloney and Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer. State attorney general hopeful Zephyr Teachout, however, chose to be endorsed by current political “it” girl Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez a few feet away, in front of the Charging Bull statue.
Andrew Cuomo
Policy