New York City
Politics
Eric Adams’ first week: An icy reception from labor, a cozy appearance with Hochul
The mayor continued to build out his staff, boost law enforcement, and practice healthy habits.
Homelessness
Politics
Hochul and Adams take tag-team approach to subway homelessness
The move to direct more cops to the subway system has already raised some eyebrows.
New York State
Politics
Jan. 6 insurrection only aligned New York GOP closer to Trump
A year after the Capitol riots, Republicans continue to use Trumpism to their advantage.
Politics
Politics
NYC teachers are stretched thin as COVID-19 surges in schools
More than 14,000 students and staff have tested positive since winter break.
New York State
Politics
What Hochul left out of her State of the State address
The parts of the governor’s agenda that she didn’t include in her speech may speak volumes about her priorities for this year.
New York State
Politics
Hochul’s 2022 legislative agenda is sweeping. Her powers to enact it are not.
Many of the New York governor’s most ambitious proposals outlined in her State of the State address require federal funding and changes to the state Constitution. As she notes, collaboration will be essential.
New York City
Politics
Adrienne Adams elected first Black City Council speaker
Former speaker candidates Keith Powers and Diana Ayala were named to leadership positions at the council’s first meeting.
New York State
Politics
A first look at Gov. Kathy Hochul’s 2022 State of the State
From green energy to ethics reform, here are the highlights from the legislative agenda the governor is outlining today.
Education
Politics
NYC Mayor Eric Adams insists all is well with the UFT amid schools battle
Adams made the declaration days after members of the union filed a lawsuit seeking remote schooling as COVID-19 cases surge.
New York State
Politics
What to expect from Gov. Kathy Hochul’s first State of the State address
State lawmakers are anticipating a new political tone, but are still waiting to hear her big ideas.
Politics
Politics
Cuomo will not be criminally charged for allegedly groping aide
The Albany County District Attorney announced Tuesday it has dropped the case.
New York State
Politics
4 key takeaways from the Independent Redistricting Commission’s latest maps
Dueling plans by Republicans and Democrats hint at how the final lines might shape up.
New York City
Politics
Adams probably can’t veto the new noncitizen voting law – but he might not defend it either
The new mayor said he is uncomfortable with allowing noncitizens who have lived in the city for just a month to vote. He has some choices to make about the controversial voting rights bill.
New York State
Politics
In a win for gerrymandering, New York redistricting commission submits two sets of partisan maps
The state’s Independent Redistricting Commission failed to agree on one proposal to send to the Legislature.
News & Politics
Politics
Location of proposed Elizabeth Jennings Graham monument draws fire
Some argue the statue of the Black woman credited with ending segregated streetcars in New York City should be placed in Lower Manhattan because of its significance to her story.
Politics
Police officer mayor’s first day on the job
Eric Adams’ New Year’s Day was all about crime and policing.
News & Politics
Politics
Hochul lays out her winter surge plan 2.0
The governor closed out 2021 with a new plan to combat COVID-19 that mainly consisted of continuing what the state has been doing.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Racial justice is coming to a New York City ballot near you
The Racial Justice Commission convened by the mayor this year has approved three ballot proposals for next year.
Politics
Politics
After Malatras’ ouster, who will be the next chancellor of SUNY?
A new leader will need to respond to calls for transformative change at the public university system – including making it free.
New York City
Politics