New York City

Politics

Is NY ready to launch a test-and-trace program for COVID-19?

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced the new initiative, but there are hurdles to overcome.

New York City Council

Politics

City Council boldly Zooms where it hasn’t gone before

The New York City Council boldly Zooms where it hasn’t gone before, holding its first-ever remote, digital meeting amid the coronavirus pandemic.

New York State

Politics

Which workers could get hazard pay?

Officials are calling for bonuses for front-line workers, but nobody agrees on who that is.

Andrew Cuomo

Politics

Cuomo heads to Washington

The governor has made a few key trips during the coronavirus pandemic.

New York State

Politics

Prominent New York politicos lost to COVID-19

The virus has killed thousands in the state, including activists, judges and former legislators.

New York State

Politics

All of NY’s COVID-19 restrictions

The rules are constantly evolving, but this is a full list of them to date.

Andrew Cuomo

Politics

What happens if Cuomo resigns?

He wouldn’t be the only New York governor to relocate to Washington.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

If they can’t knock on doors, how do candidates get face time?

The coronavirus is making it even harder for challengers to break through.

Donald Trump

Politics

Trump leaves NYC out of COVID-19 task force

The White House’s congressional task force on reopening the economy leaves out lawmakers from the epicenter of the outbreak.

New York State

Politics

NY still doesn’t have enough PPE

New emergency guidelines go against everything medical workers have been taught about using personal protective equipment.

New York State

Politics

Next step in Cuomo’s COVID-19 response? ‘Un-Pausing’

The latest coronavirus response buzzword from the governor as he plans New York's reopening? "Un-Pausing."

New York State

Politics

State legislative calendar still up in the air

State Senate source says it could resume this month, but lawmakers have no details.

New York State

Politics

Cuomo’s in charge – and that’s an order

The governor’s power has been consolidated and most people don’t mind, but a few do.

New York City

Politics

NYC still needs federal funding

Without an infusion of cash and medical supplies, the city doesn’t stand a chance at returning to normal.

Andrew Cuomo

Politics

From street fighter to a man of ‘peace’

Cuomo says he’s not going to fight Trump over easing social distancing restrictions