2025 New York City Mayoral Election
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Here are the big dates to watch ahead of the NYC Democratic mayoral primary
Candidates are on TV. Normal people are starting to care about the mayor’s race. It’s officially primary season.
Budget
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Fierce debate over standards for religious schools prompted last-minute budget delays
The state Senate and Assembly were split over whether to relax educational standards for yeshivas and other private schools.
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
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NYC mayoral candidates voted for the state budget this year
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and state Sens. Jessica Ramos and Zellnor Myrie have each voted against state budget bills before, but not in this mayoral election year.
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It’s (finally) budget time
Lawmakers finished passing the state budget on Thursday night, over a month after it was due.
Heard Around Town
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Brooklyn County machine backs candidate against Lincoln Restler
Sabrina Gates snagged a spot on the Democratic primary ballot at the last minute to challenge the lefty reformer who represents North Brooklyn.
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Alvin Bragg’s campaign touts poll showing most New Yorkers are concerned about crime, but don’t blame him
The poll commissioned by the Manhattan district attorney’s campaign put him far ahead of his Democratic primary opponent.
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How will Canada’s new prime minister affect New York?
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has a mandate to fight back against the Trump administration’s attacks on our northern neighbor – and New York could be caught in the middle.
Heard Around Town
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Kamillah Hanks’ challenger fights to stay on the ballot
Jozette Carter-Williams, who has petitioned to run in the Democratic primary, is backed by the city’s police union.
Budget
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Will the state budget deliver on Hochul’s affordability promises?
Many of the governor’s marquee affordability proposals look likely to make it into the final version of the budget, which could help Hochul as she runs for reelection.
Interviews & Profiles
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Zohran Mamdani is trying to build a new NYC Democratic primary coalition
Can the 33-year-old surprise breakout candidate unite Muslim and South Asian voters, young leftists and even convince some former Eric Adams supporters?
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Are mayoral candidates getting serious about Chinese American voters?
Chinese American voter turnout spiked in 2021. The growing population could play a role in 2025 – if campaigns engage them.
New York City
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Zohran Mamdani to hold first major rally of 2025 New York City mayoral race
Just don’t count on getting in if you’re not already a supporter.
New York City
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Frank Morano prevails in Staten Island special election for NYC Council
The Republican radio host will finish out former Minority Leader Joe Borelli’s term.
New York City Council
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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
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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.
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Inside the split between Kathy Hochul and Antonio Delgado
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado finally had enough of being on Team Hochul.
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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.
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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.
Heard Around Town
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More Labor Strong 2025 endorsements in NYC Council races
The five-union coalition has now picked a candidate in 27 races.
Immigration
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