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
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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?
New York City
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Are New Yorkers at greater risk of catching coronavirus?
Dense urban environments may make person-to-person transmission more likely.
New York City
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What to know about New York’s first confirmed coronavirus case
The governor says not to panic.
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?
New York City
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New York preps for coronavirus and hopes for Trusted Traveler Programs renewal
Rounding up the week’s political news
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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.
Health Care
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Coronavirus is coming. Is New York ready?
How health officials are bracing for a large-scale outbreak.
Politics
Why David Dinkins and Crystal Peoples-Stokes endorsed Bloomberg
They have more beliefs, or interests, in common than it may appear.
NYPD
Politics
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
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The latest sign Trump has it in for New York
Why is a federal coastal flooding study really being cut?
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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
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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
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The tricky politics of paid gestational surrogacy
The budget process offers Democrats a chance to figure out an issue that divided them last year.
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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
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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
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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?
Andrew Cuomo
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