Andrew Cuomo
Politics
New DOJ settlement concludes Cuomo harassed state employees
Federal prosecutors released an agreement with the executive chamber based on its investigation into claims of harassment and retaliation against the former governor
Albany Agenda
Politics
Jeffries emphasizes freedom angle on abortion during ABNY breakfast
The House minority leader urged Democrats to appeal to moderate voters on the issue of reproductive rights.
Politics
Politics
Progressive Caucus elects (somewhat) new leadership team
The group chose New York City Council Members Sandy Nurse and Shahana Hanif as co-chairs, elevating Nurse and reelecting Hanif.
Albany Agenda
Politics
Hochul says alleged Columbia stink spray attack is ‘not acceptable,’ has no plans to visit students at this time
The governor touted action on hate crimes Thursday in Manhattan.
Albany Agenda
Politics
Yi Andy Chen posted some jaw-dropping fundraising numbers in bid to unseat Ron Kim. Are they too good to be true?
The aspiring Assembly member amended his filing four times, and seems to have accepted multiple donations above the legal contribution limit.
News & Politics
Politics
As tensions rise, more New Yorkers oppose aid to Israel
A look at how public sentiment is shifting on the war in Gaza
New York City Council
Politics
Adrienne Adams, faith leaders rally for How Many Stops Act
Speaker Adrienne Adams said she has no doubt that the council has the votes to override the mayor’s veto of the legislation.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Chair-gate: Eric Adams' veto fight gets petty
The mayor is maintaining control in City Hall, one plastic chair at a time.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Democrats focus on abortion in NY-3 ad
A super PAC helping Democrats win back the House is out with its first ad in the Long Island special election.
Heard Around Town
Politics
NYC Council’s Progressive Caucus shrinks (for now) while Common Sense Caucus grows
New Council Members Chris Banks and Yusef Salaam don’t have any immediate plans to join the Progressive Caucus.
Kathy Hochul
Politics
Hochul’s favorability up in new poll
New York’s view of the governor has improved as she attempts to help Democrats win back the House.
Politics
Politics
Who is Landon Dais, the Democratic choice to replace Latoya Joyner?
After failing to win two elections in Harlem, Dais moved to the Bronx and got involved with both the community and county party. Now he’s running for Assembly.
Real Estate
Politics
Eric Adams and Kathy Hochul make appearances at the REBNY gala
The real estate party drew many elected officials.
Kathy Hochul
Politics
Hochul quietly set Feb. 13 date for Bronx special election to replace Latoya Joyner
Bronx Democrats plan to nominate local attorney Landon Dais to run in the special election.
News & Politics
Politics
Scott Stringer readies primary challenge to Mayor Eric Adams
Stringer launched an exploratory committee on Thursday, which will allow him to raise funds for a primary challenge against Adams in next year’s mayoral race.
News & Politics
Politics
Chi Ossé, Tiffany Cabán and Shahana Hanif lose committee chair positions in City Council shakeup
As part of the shakeup, Shaun Abreu and Lincoln Restler will receive chair positions. The City Council will confirm chair positions for standing committees at its stated meeting on Thursday.
Politics
Politics
Keith Wright’s son plans to run for Inez Dickens’ Assembly seat
Jordan Wright, the son of the Manhattan Democratic Party boss, previously managed New York City Council Member Yusef Salaam’s successful campaign.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Amanda Farías’ historic appointment as New York City Council majority leader gets promoted a week late
The delay comes after the news was overshadowed by the sudden demotion of her predecessor in the role, Council Member Keith Powers.
Albany Agenda
Politics