New York City Council
Politics
Airbnb to up its spending in NY races to $10 million
The short-term rental giant is literally doubling down on seeking political influence in New York, despite being spurned by the city in 2023.
2026 New York gubernatorial election
Politics
Stefanik dominates Lawler and Blakeman in new poll
Nearly half of GOP primary voters favor Rep. Elise Stefanik, while Rep. Mike Lawler and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman can’t break single digits.
Immigration
Policy
After Wisconsin judge arrest, NY lawmakers look to strengthen immigrant protections in courthouses
ICE is largely prevented from making arrests in and around courthouses in the state, but officials want to shore up the Protect Our Courts Act in light of recent news.
Publisher's Section
Power Lists
The 2025 Who’s Who in Government Relations
Notable figures influencing policy and spending in New York.
Policy
Policy
Eric Adams to prioritize supportive housing in upcoming NYC budget
The mayor will commit to building thousands of congregate units where tenants can access services including mental health care.
News & Politics
Politics
Inside the split between Kathy Hochul and Antonio Delgado
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado finally had enough of being on Team Hochul.
News & Politics
Politics
Lawler booed at raucous Rockland County town hall
The crowd appeared less interested in listening to Rep. Mike Lawler’s answers than in expressing anger about looming cuts to Medicaid and Social Security.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Empowering homeowners to repair shared spaces
A commonsense fix for community driveways
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: What explains Cuomo’s polling momentum?
Rival candidates’ attacks on Cuomo haven’t resonated with voters – and may have even backfired.
News & Politics
Politics
Forget the budget, get ready for Trump Station
Gov. Hochul didn’t shoot down the prospect of renaming Penn Station after the president while providing an update on the nearly month-late budget.
Events
Policy
Drawing on personal experience to fight for equitable health care in NYC
New York City’s interim health commissioner Michelle Morse recalled her upbringing in West Philadelphia and how it has influenced her work during her keynote speech at City & State’s Health New York Summit.
Budget
Policy
Finances are an afterthought as state leaders approach a budget deal
Despite federal cuts and a recession looming, talk of the actual state spending plan has taken a backseat to nonfiscal policy negotiations.
Heard Around Town
Politics
More Labor Strong 2025 endorsements in NYC Council races
The five-union coalition has now picked a candidate in 27 races.
Policy
Policy
Report: More than 80% of NY parents support law restricting app downloads for teens
The study released by the Black Institute comes as two states already have passed legislation with such restrictions.
Heard Around Town
Policy
Lawmakers prep for virtual budget conference all weekend
Legislative leaders say that a final budget deal is within reach.
Opinion
Opinion
Editor’s note: An original Penn Station eagle hides in plain sight
The 7,500 pound statue has quietly shown up in an open-air plaza between 33rd and 34th Streets, within developer Vornado’s Penn District.
Immigration
Politics
House GOP targets NY nonprofit over Know Your Rights training
Republicans in Congress are investigating the Chinese-American Planning Council for sponsoring a seminar to educate immigrants about their rights when dealing with ICE.
Budget
Policy
Housing vouchers are back from the dead in budget talks
After years of rejection by the governor, state leaders are discussing a potential deal to approve the Housing Access Voucher Program.
Budget
Policy