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Prosecutors lay out more phone evidence against Eric Ulrich
The third day of the former Eric Adams administration official’s corruption trial brought on more calls between him and his codefendants.
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Hochul leads Blakeman 14 points in Quinnipiac poll
The governor’s lead is smaller than it was in the university’s poll last month, but it’s still a comfortable margin.
Criminal Justice
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Why did Bruce Blakeman go 100% MAGA?
The former Long Island moderate is now facing the music in his run for governor.
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The 2026 congressional general election races to watch
The road to the House majority could run through New York this year.
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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.
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Jeffries to stump for Conley, Johnson to stump for Lawler
Congress’ two most powerful leaders are coming to NY-17.
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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
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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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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
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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.”
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5 moments that defined the gubernatorial debate
Hochul invoked Trump, Blakeman backpedaled, pandemonium ensued.
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What we’re watching for in the gubernatorial debate
The race isn’t that close. Things could still get messy.
New York City
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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