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Eric Adams administration convenes second Charter Revision Commission focused on land use

The mayor’s team announced the creation of the new charter revision commission this week.

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Poll: Majority of New York voters want ‘someone else’ as governor

A new poll from Siena College found that only a third of New York voters would vote to reelect Gov. Kathy Hochul.

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Did Kevin Thomas admit to breaking election law?

The state senator told City & State that the state Democratic Party chair offered him something in exchange for dropping out of a congressional race – which could violate the law.

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Could Eric Adams actually switch political parties? Here’s how it would work.

The Democratic New York City mayor was previously a registered Republican. Asked about whether he would go back to the GOP on Friday, Adams initially didn’t rule it out.

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What makes a state legislator run for City Council?

It’s not just about the two-and-a-half hour commute to Albany – though that’s definitely a factor.

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A tiny battle is brewing to be the next NYC Council minority leader

There are five members who could return after Joe Borelli is out – and at least two are thinking about the post.

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32BJ staff looks to unionize with CWA, asks for neutrality

Organizers and other staff with the politically powerful union are seeking to organize themselves after past false starts.

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Which New York City mayoral candidate will earn the ‘bus mayor’ jacket?

Half a dozen candidates weighed in on public transit issues Monday at a forum hosted by Riders Alliance.

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Skoufis launches campaign to become DNC chair

The little-known state senator’s bid to lead the national party faces long odds.

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Adams on his legal woes: ‘This is terrifying for an American to go through’

After Damian Williams officially announced his resignation, the New York City mayor was pretty candid about what it felt like to be subject to Williams’ scrutiny.

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NYC officials and agencies are migrating to Bluesky

Some are tired of Elon Musk. Others say they’re following their constituents.

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Justin Brannan is backing his chief counsel for his City Council seat

Kayla Santosuosso, the new president of the Bay Ridge Democrats, cites her ties to the Arab American community as important to her work.

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Step aside governors, Hakeem Jeffries is ready to take the Democratic mantle

He’ll be on the front lines crafting the party’s messaging and fighting the Trump agenda in Washington, D.C.

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What’s in it for Jessica Tisch?

She’s stepping in as the fourth NYPD commissioner in three years – possibly in the sunset of a scandal-scarred mayoral administration. Here’s why.

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Mayoral candidates each support ‘City of Yes’ the most

Before a pivotal committee vote on the Adams administration’s marquee housing proposal, his rivals are all in – and want to do even more!

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Jessica Tisch appointed NYPD commissioner

An alum of the NYPD’s IT team, Tisch has largely been seen as a steady leader of the Sanitation Department.

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Chi Ossé bet big on the councilman-as-influencer strategy

The short-form selfie videos may not alone account for the success of his recent bill curbing broker fees, but they have ensured he gets ample credit for it.

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Stewart-Cousins: Special session ‘unlikely’ this year to combat Trump

The state Senate majority leader focused on affordability in a speech to business leaders, but didn’t offer details on what next year’s session may hold.