New York State
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Local Republican leaders say they won’t enforce Hochul’s mask mandate
The backlash follows some right-wing-fueled confusion about the rule, which took effect on Monday.
New York City
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Eric Adams wants to “Get Stuff Done.” What stuff?
A close look at the core objectives among his endless policy ideas, as the mayor-elect enters his first year in office.
Campaigns & Elections
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Four Latino City Council members publicly endorse Francisco Moya, as the speaker race narrows to two
Adrienne Adams has emerged as an alternative for members unhappy with Moya – and Mayor-elect Eric Adams’ involvement.
New York State
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James drops out, mask mandates return and Malatras resigns
Rounding up the week’s political news
New York City
Politics
The CCRB just got a little more powerful
A bill passed by the City Council will allow the police watchdog to initiate its own investigations.
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Sources: Assembly Member Yuh-Line Niou is challenging state Sen. Brian Kavanagh
A primary against the relatively moderate incumbent Kavanagh could become one of the most high-profile races of 2022.
New York State
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In Eric Adams’ administration, cryptocurrency industry sees an opening
With regulatory powers at the state and federal levels, engaging other levels of government remains a challenge.
New York City
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NYC gives noncitizens the right to vote. Here’s what comes next.
As the City Council passed a historic voting rights bill, its advocates are looking to ensure its successful implementation.
Politics
Politics
SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras announces resignation
His connections to ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo have led to calls for his ouster in recent days.
Politics
Letitia James suspends her campaign for governor
The news comes just two months after James launched her campaign.
New York State
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What the leader of the SUNY Student Assembly thinks about Jim Malatras
Bradley Hershenson says students are ready to help lead efforts to find a new chancellor at a pivotal time for public colleges.
New York City
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21 in ’21, others, blast Eric Adams’ support for male speaker candidate
As the City Council speaker race reaches its final leg, some lament the lack of a female finalist.
New York City
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Original community plan proposed in last ditch effort to save NYC’s East River Park
With a restraining order against the East Side Coastal Resiliency Project overruled, demolition is proceeding.
Campaign Confidential
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Amid tension in the Brooklyn Dems, James sides with Bichotte Hermelyn
Brooklyn is the center of the race for governor, and Tish is picking a lane.
Politics
Politics
Jim Malatras keeping his job – for now
The embattled SUNY chancellor has important allies as he resists calls to resign over his involvement in alleged nefariousness by ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
New York City
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De Blasio touts community policing and ThriveNYC as successes
Both highly criticized efforts were mentioned during an interview as the term-limited New York City Mayor prepares to depart office at the end of the year.
Healthcare
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County officials call on Hochul to support increased wages for home care workers
40 offices for the aging across the state sent a letter to Gov. Hochul asking she help pass the Fair Pay for Home Care Act
Campaigns & Elections
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Francisco Moya’s making moves in the NYC Council speaker race
A top tier has emerged in the contest, and phones are ringing off the hook.
Politics
Politics
Five key takeaways from the new Siena College poll
Voters have mixed thoughts about 2022 gubernatorial candidates and what elected leaders should be focused on next year.
Politics
Politics