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Hochul up 17 points on Zeldin in latest Siena poll
The governor holds a slim lead in the suburbs and a significant advantage among women.
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Eric Adams unapologetic for lack of transparency in his public schedules
The self-described “9-to-9” New York City Mayor said he never knows how his whereabouts and actions might change while doing city business.
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Sean Patrick Maloney is running where he lives
Winning a Trump district has been key to the Democrat’s political identity. Now he’s got a new district – and a target on his back.
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Politicos to host a fundraiser for hurricane relief, while awaiting a decision on the Somos conference in Puerto Rico
Assembly Member Maritza Davila, a leader of the Somos conference, is visiting the island this week.
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Kathy Hochul and Lee Zeldin debate debates
The two candidates for governor continue to spar over appearing on stage together before the election.
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Hurricane Fiona pummels Puerto Rico and AG James targets Trump
Rounding up the week’s political news.
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Andrew Cuomo: Will he rise again?
No one knows what the former governor may be planning as he dips his toe back into the public sphere
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What are Letitia James' chances of succeeding in her lawsuit against Trump?
According to experts, things are looking pretty good for the state Attorney General in her civil fraud case against the former president.
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Brooklyn Dems meeting cut short amid disorganization and delays
The county organization will have to meet again – postponing Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn’s likely reelection as leader.
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Letitia James is Democrats’ new hero
The state Attorney General’s lawsuit against former President Donald Trump boosts her national profile as she vies for re-election.
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Ari Kagan may be getting screwed by New York City Council redistricting
The commission will be publishing its second draft of new maps Thursday, undoing some of the more controversial changes.
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Health departments face challenges in polio vaccination drives
Despite relatively high polio vaccination rates in New York, some stubborn gaps in immunization remain.
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Eric Adams’ public schedules tell a lot – but not nearly as much as they should
The mayor’s office dumped hundreds of days of schedules that show a workhorse willing to meet with all sorts.
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New York State Police deployed to Puerto Rico to help with Hurricane Fiona recovery
Gov. Kathy Hochul said Monday 100 troopers were on their way to the island to assist with cleanup efforts.
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With new leadership, pro-development Open New York heads to Albany
The housing advocacy group currently lobbies for new construction in New York City, including in wealthy neighborhoods.
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New York City’s municipal staffing problems are real
Mayor’s report shows staff declines at several major agencies, pointing to challenges in managing city jails and developing affordable housing.
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NYC deputy mayor paints a dire picture of city’s labor market in keynote speech
Sheena Wright said that “economic mobility for people of color who are low income” will solve the city’s public safety issues.
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NYC leaders are behind permanent outdoor dining. So what’s the hold up?
Pending litigation and ironing out the finer details of the program may be slowing down the creation of a legislative framework.
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