New York State
Politics
Will the coronavirus bring voting into the 21st century?
NY wouldn’t have to cancel elections if we could all vote online.
New York State
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NY’s shutdown will cause domestic abuse to rise
However, resources are still available to victims of abuse.
New York City
Politics
5 ways New Yorkers can help each other through the pandemic
Donate money, face masks – or even volunteer from home.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
NY to start experimental treatments for COVID-19
A combination drug therapy and plasma serum will be tested on the state’s sickest patients.
New York City
Politics
Tracking a unique coronavirus data point: our feelings
In a partnership with data analytics firm Elucd, City & State will publish daily updates on coronavirus sentiment polling of New Yorkers.
New York State
Politics
Poll: What New York political insiders thought before the pandemic
There was widespread agreement on what would actually get done in Albany before coronavirus hit.
Politics
Lentol proposes vote-by-mail for New York’s presidential primary
Assemblyman Joseph Lentol has introduced an unusual piece of legislation meant to allow every registered Democrat in the state to vote by absentee ballot to ensure that voting takes place while limiting social contact.
Politics
Cuomo’s popularity is skyrocketing, but not with everyone
Despite widespread praise for Gov. Andrew Cuomo, state lawmakers and activists are criticizing some aspects of his coronavirus response.
Politics
Cuomo's Medicaid dilemma
Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he can't finalize a state budget with federal changes to Medicaid.
New York City
Politics
Coronavirus spreads, NYC schools close and Albany keeps going
Rounding up the week’s political news
New York City
Politics
New York needs masks, gowns and ventilators. Will Congress come through?
Federal responses to the coronavirus pandemic haven’t addressed shortages of medical supplies. Could New York’s congressional delegation change that?
Bill de Blasio
Politics
De Blasio demands essential medical supplies from feds
Without them, New York City’s hospitals could run out in the next few weeks.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
Cuomo bans ‘non-essential gatherings’ of all sizes
But the governor says it’s not a shelter in place order.
New York City
Politics
Elon Musk to the rescue?
The Tesla CEO said he could produce ventilators to help fill a nationwide shortage. Will he actually follow through?
Donald Trump
Politics
Trump’s role with New York’s budget
The president will determine what the governor and state legislative leaders can do.
New York City
Politics
Who will be next to lead the Bronx?
With unexpected retirements, the competition for borough president and Democratic party chair takes shape.
New York City
Politics
Is NYC destined to become the next Milan?
If New Yorkers don’t self-isolate, the city’s health care system could easily become overwhelmed with coronavirus patients.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics