New York City
Politics
New York can’t get rich quick with GameStop
The state’s retirement funds may own a ton of shares, but it doesn’t actively trade them.
New York State
Politics
What the repeal of walking while trans ban means for LGBTQ rights
Activists say a new era of equal rights is beginning in New York.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
Cuomo’s New Year’s blues
Political setbacks, a new president and expiring emergency powers present new challenges to the governor.
New York City
Politics
Bombshell AG report on COVID-19 deaths and the State of the City
Rounding up the week’s political news.
New York City
Politics
De Blasio’s final State of the City, by the numbers
The mayor’s 28-minute video reflected his lame duck status.
Donald Trump
Politics
Will Trump ever leave Staten Island?
The borough’s GOP has been Trumpified. Will it keep moving right after his presidency?
New York City
Politics
What does New York City’s mayor do?
Sure, it’s an important job, but will there still be time for naps?
Campaigns & Elections
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Queens contest offers the first test of ranked-choice voting
Organizers have been engaging in robust education campaigns to make sure voters are ready.
Transportation
Politics
Why are the NYC subways still closed overnight?
Calls to reopen the subways for 24/7 service are growing after nearly a year of closures.
Campaigns & Elections
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NYC Council candidates seek to cancel petitioning because of COVID-19
Nearly 100 candidates signed a letter to Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Labor
Politics
A who’s who of the elected officials at the Hunts Point strike
The strike at the Hunts Point Produce Market in the South Bronx brought out a lot of political star power.
New York State
Politics
How Cuomo wants to raise revenues
His proposed state budget includes ideas big and small to help close a multibillion-dollar deficit.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
Cuomo $15 billion demand of Biden criticized by state senators
No one thinks the governor harmed his relationship with the president, but some say he is avoiding hard budget choices.
Joe Biden
Politics
What the Biden administration means for New York
The state’s finances hinge on getting multiple types of federal aid.
Campaigns & Elections
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