New York City
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NY mag: AOC passed on mayoral, could challenge Schumer or Gillibrand
How would the congresswoman fare against these veteran lawmakers?
New York State
Politics
Are the Assembly and state Senate working together?
The early days of the 2020 legislative session has featured limited coordination between the chambers.
New York City
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All the ways AOC has made critics' heads explode
Her opponents watch her like a hawk, but often their criticisms make little sense.
New York State
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Brooklyn state Senate race may be broader referendum
State Sen. Velmanette Montgomery’s retirement sets up a new type of battle between the old guard and leftists.
New York City
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NYCHA’s list of unresolved issues grows
Broken elevators, lead paint, pests and more have yet to be handled.
New York City
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Is New York leader of the pack?
Cuomo claims New York's a progressive powerhouse. It's just the mild one.
MTA
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The MTA’s terrible, horrible, no good, very bad week
The agency faces a lawsuit, faulty subway cars and OMNY issues.
New York State
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How Cuomo is answering New York’s $6B question
Cuomo isn't open to the idea of raising taxes to close this year's budget deficit.
Politics
Puerto Rico needs federal aid now, more than ever
As the island faces another natural disaster, New York politicians ask President Donald Trump to release its promised aid.
Andrew Cuomo
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Takeaways from Cuomo’s 2020 State of the State
The governor called for a tax cut, recreational marijuana, paid sick leave and more.
New York City
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Murder rose by 8% in NYC in 2019
The slight uptick in murders, however, is nothing to be concerned about.
New York City
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Black and Hispanic residents targeted for jaywalking in NYC
A new report suggests that the New York Police Department is disproportionately ticketing people of color for the minor infraction.
Andrew Cuomo
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Cuomo’s winning hand at the 2020 State of the State
A budget deficit and political setbacks bring new opportunities for the three-term governor.
New York State
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5 things to know about William Barclay
The Assemblyman’s father also served the New York Legislature.
New York City
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New York prepares for potential Iran blowback
With threats being hurled between Iran and the U.S., the Empire State is taking extra precautions to thwart terrorism.
New York City
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Thousands march in solidarity against anti-Semitism
At the rally, Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Sen. Chuck Schumer both announced intentions to provide more funding to protect religious institutions.
New York City
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Fictional New York City ‘councilor’ endorses Jimmy Van Bramer
Actor Kal Penn has come out in support of Van Bramer's quest to be Queens borough president.
New York State
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