New York State
Politics
New York Senate report outlines election dysfunction – and possible ways to fix it
After a string of embarrassments, legislators are eager to restore trust in state elections.
New York State
Politics
Cuomo transcripts, impeachment report and Blood Center resolution
Rounding up the week’s political news.
New York State
Politics
Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown faces backlash after winning write-in campaign
Progressives say the movement to oust Brown from the Democratic National Committee serves as a warning to the establishment.
Politics
Politics
Hochul adds more Latinos to her administration
The governor is diversifying her Cabinet and appealing to key constituencies in her bid for a full term.
New York State
Politics
How chapter amendments are helping Gov. Kathy Hochul keep legislators happy
Requesting changes to legislation helps any governor avoid vetoes that might antagonize the state Legislature.
Andrew Cuomo
Breaking News
Politics
AG James releases hundreds of pages of transcripts, evidence in Cuomo sexual harassment probe
The documents were published Wednesday on James’ website and include the former governor's interview with investigators.
Campaign Confidential
Politics
Can another Adams lead New York City?
Adrienne Adams is making her case for City Council speaker, but she’s got some catching up to do.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
Albany sheriff is accused of mishandling Cuomo probe
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s lawyer called for an independent investigation into allegations that County Sheriff Craig Apple leaked grand jury information.
Politics
Politics
Who had a better Somos: Letitia James or Gov. Kathy Hochul?
Both 2022 candidates for New York governor made appearances, but state Attorney General Letitia James consistently got there earlier and stayed later, building momentum for her bid.
Politics
Politics
The 2021 speaker race comes to Somos, with a 2023 focus
As candidates woo their colleagues, reelection in also on their minds
Politics
Politics
The developing storylines at Somos
A few narratives are emerging from the Democratic conclave in Puerto Rico.
New York City
Politics
It was a good year for electing women to the New York City Council – including Republican women
The New York City Council’s new female majority looks like it’ll include three Republican women, two of whom flipped Democratic seats.
New York State
Politics
New York Democrats process 2021 losses at Somos
Between mojitos, elected officials discussed divergent visions for the Democratic party going into 2022.
New York State
Politics
Hochul: “I’m not giving a straight answer on that”
Gov. Kathy Hochul dodges, sidesteps and avoids direct questions about hot-topic issues in a one-on-one interview with City & State.
New York City
Politics
Activist lawmakers share in taxi drivers’ victory
Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Yuh-Line Niou broke a 15-day fast this week after the city reached a deal with one of the largest taxi medallion lenders.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Byron Brown’s write-in gambit apparently worked
The former state Democratic Party chair worked with the GOP to seemingly defeat socialist India Walton.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics