Politics

Criminal Justice

Where’s Waldo? In the courtroom

Former New York City Council Member Eric Ulrich’s nickname was revealed, on the second day of his corruption trial.

Campaigns & Elections

Hochul, Blakeman talk kitchen table issues two weeks from Election Day

Gov. Kathy Hochul made a timely announcement on her progress on anti-insurance fraud measures as her challenger, Bruce Blakeman, attacked her on utility costs.

New York City

Eric Ulrich goes to trial in first Adams-era corruption case

Eric Ulrich, who is one of several members of former New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ administration to face corruption charges, began his long awaited trial on Monday.

2026 New York gubernatorial election

Why did Bruce Blakeman go 100% MAGA?

The former Long Island moderate is now facing the music in his run for governor.

Politics

Encountering AI in elected officials’ statements

City & State set out to survey New York City Council members on affordable housing, but received several AI-generated responses instead.

2026 New York gubernatorial election

With new ads, progressive super PAC looks to deploy Mamdani voters for Hochul

Affiliated with Make the Road Action, Left Hook launched two new ads by Mamdani videographers Melted Solids.

New York City

Poll: Nine months into Mamdani’s tenure, affordability remains serious problem

A new survey from Honan Strategy Group found that nearly half of New York City voters say they are likely to leave the city within the next five years due to the cost of living.

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Campaigns & Elections

A more confident Conley takes on Lawler in second NY-17 debate

Rep. Mike Lawler and Democrat Cait Conley may have leaned on the same points as the first debate, but it was a whole new ballgame.

New York City

Nikki Lucas, prospective Brooklyn Democratic Party chair, sued over campaign debts

A spokesperson for the Assembly member who could lead the county party described past invoices as disputed and said they’re “under review.”

Campaigns & Elections

5 moments that defined the gubernatorial debate

Hochul invoked Trump, Blakeman backpedaled, pandemonium ensued.

Campaigns & Elections

What we’re watching for in the gubernatorial debate

The race isn’t that close. Things could still get messy.

New York City

ICE shooting tests limits of Mamdani-Trump relationship

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani his efforts to negotiate the release of a man shot by federal agents was unsuccessful after a two-hour phone call with President Donald Trump.

Campaigns & Elections

Why Blakeman wanted Trump’s midterm rally in Syracuse

Republicans across the country are running away from the president, but the GOP gubernatorial candidate needs upstate votes.

Politics

Mamdani says ‘this city wants ICE out,’ following shooting

The mayor said his efforts to negotiate the release of 28-year-old Oscar Belgal with President Donald Trump have so far been unsuccessful.

New York State

Democratic Congress members rally to protect the vote in Queens

New York state has strong voter protections on the books, but congressional Democrats aren’t taking any chances amid Trump’s efforts to change how elections are administered ahead of the midterms.