Campaigns & Elections

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Bloomberg drops out of presidential race

The former New York City mayor couldn’t replicate his winning formula nationally.

Andrew Cuomo

Politics

Is Cuomo taking advantage of the coronavirus?

A few state legislators have taken issue with a new law that aims to tackle the coronavirus, suggesting that the governor is attempting a power grab. But is he really?

Campaigns & Elections

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How Michael Bloomberg bought City Hall

Sabotage. Microtargeting. Mind games. Will the billionaire’s playbook translate to the national stage?

Campaigns & Elections

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Jumaane Williams’ crusade to diminish support for Bloomberg

The New York City public advocate keeps slamming the former mayor’s record.

NYPD

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Watchdog calls on NYPD to tag body camera locations

The company that makes the cameras already offers the feature – the police just don’t use it.

Andrew Cuomo

Politics

The latest sign Trump has it in for New York

Why is a federal coastal flooding study really being cut?

Campaigns & Elections

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Bloomberg plays defense again in second debate

Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg performed somewhat better in his second presidential debate, but he was still under attack and missed some opportunities to fight back.

New York State

Politics

State census funding to be distributed days before count begins

Some localities will be partnering with foundations to give the funding out to nonprofits more efficiently.

New York State

Politics

The tricky politics of paid gestational surrogacy

The budget process offers Democrats a chance to figure out an issue that divided them last year.

Campaigns & Elections

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NY-17 candidate Josh Eisen accused of stalking, harassment and racism

The best-funded candidate for Rep. Nita Lowey’s seat used the n-word and made threats in emails, according to lawsuits and criminal charges.

New York City

Politics

Will Bloomberg’s mayoral record block his presidential nomination?

The former New York City mayor’s plan to distance himself from his controversial record isn’t going as planned.

New York City

Politics

New York lawmakers react to Weinstein verdict

The disgraced producer was convicted – but not on the most serious charges. Will it come back to haunt Cy Vance?