News & Politics
Politics
Latimer criticizes Bowman for missing procedural House vote
Bowman was one of six Democrats who were not present for a rules vote related to the National Defense Authorization Act.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
In debate, Latimer charges Bowman favors only Black and brown constituents
The representative fired back that the Westchester County executive having a “few Black friends” doesn’t make him “anti-racist.”
Health Care
Policy
Report: Two-thirds of licensed registered nurses are active in New York state
The findings, released at Mother Cabrini Foundation’s Healthier Communities, Healthier People summit, reveal staffing shortages felt most strongly in acute care hospitals.
Transportation
Politics
Lander says he’s ready to take legal action to save congestion pricing
At a rally with transportation advocates, the comptroller said he was confident impacted groups, such as New Yorkers with disabilities, have legal standing to sue.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Sarahana Shrestha and Gabi Madden spar over local issues in debate
The socialist Assembly member defended her record in office and argued she has brought money back to the district.
Real Estate
Policy
Broker fee bill to draw hundreds of real estate pros, advocates to City Hall
The bill would shift the hefty fee from tenants to whomever hires the broker.
Health Care
Policy
Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to release report addressing statewide nursing shortage
The foundation will unveil the study at its upcoming Healthier Communities, Healthier People summit at the Museum of the City of New York, presented by City & State.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Eric Adams not interested in ‘cheap shots’ at Andrew Cuomo
Asked about his “possible primary opponent” and his testimony in Washington, the mayor demurred.
2024 New York congressional battleground
Politics
Nancy Goroff wants another shot in the 1st District. John Avlon says he’s more viable.
The Democratic congressional primary will decide who challenges GOP Rep. Nick LaLota in the eastern Long Island district.
New York City
Policy
All 51 City Council members back internet affordability program in new letter
After the expiration of the Affordable Connectivity Program, the council wants U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer to extend funding for the subsidy program.
Albany Agenda
Policy
The bills that passed and failed to pass in the last week of session
Landmark new social media regulations for kids passed the Legislature, but the NY HEAT Act didn’t make it past the finish line.
Nonprofits
Policy
NYN Media’s 2024 Opcon highlights best practices for nonprofit operations
Experts gathered to discuss investments in automation, improved communications and more.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
NYN Media’s 2024 Opcon highlights best practices for nonprofit operations
Experts gathered to discuss investments in automation, improved communications and more.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
The evolution of Ritchie Torres
“I didn’t leave the progressive movement; the progressive movement left me.”
News & Politics
Politics
Senior staffer on 2022 Maloney campaign confirms existence of Mondaire Jones phone call
The former staffer said they heard Sean Patrick Maloney call Jones and offer to drop out of the NY-17 primary.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Opinion: NY needs a student mental health system that works for students
Gov. Kathy Hochul has made a strong start, but improvements are needed.
Policy
Policy
MTA confirms congestion pricing won’t go into effect on June 30
Lawmakers have not found an alternative source of funding for the MTA, and the agency said it will have to cut programs if the governor doesn’t let congestion pricing go into effect.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s note: MTA leadership has a WTF moment over congestion pricing delay
The governor’s rushed decision-making undermines the authority of CEO Janno Lieber and the transit system’s board.
Westchester
Politics