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Can the City Council rein in the Strategic Response Group?

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani promised on the campaign trail to disband the controversial NYPD unit. Will a bill gaining traction in the City Council get to it first?

Politics

John Samuelsen is (predictably) not happy about the horse carriage ban

An interview with the union leader on what he plans to do next about the apparent deal to ban the industry from New York City.

Personality

Want to be the BOO-klyn Democratic Party chair?

Grab a haunted tablecloth and turn it into a political Halloween costume.

New York City

Nikki Lucas, prospective Brooklyn Democratic Party chair, sued over campaign debts

A spokesperson for the Assembly member who could lead the county party described past invoices as disputed and said they’re “under review.”

Sponsored Content

Policymakers and healthcare experts discuss access to equitable care

The Healthix and City & State event highlighted some of the key healthcare changes that are on the horizon.

New York City

NYC Council members bracing for a sea change in housing development

City & State reached out to nearly 30 council members subject to a new affordable housing fast track. They’re largely disgruntled over the new normal.

Editor's Note

Editor’s note: Count your Rising Stars

These up-and-coming leaders have a better track record than the Forbes 30 Under 30.

40 Under 40

The 2026 NYC 40 Under 40

Rising Stars in politics, policy and the public sphere

Opinion

Opinion: On food assistance, we’re flying blind

New York City needs to track exactly who is at risk of losing SNAP benefits and who has already fallen off the rolls to determine where help is most needed.

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New York City

Mamdani orders NYPD to review use-of-force practices, increase transparency

The reforms aim to make it harder for police officers to avoid misconduct charges, and to staff up the NYPD’s oversight agency.

New York City

ICE shooting tests limits of Mamdani-Trump relationship

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani his efforts to negotiate the release of a man shot by federal agents was unsuccessful after a two-hour phone call with President Donald Trump.

Politics

Mamdani says ‘this city wants ICE out,’ following shooting

The mayor said his efforts to negotiate the release of 28-year-old Oscar Belgal with President Donald Trump have so far been unsuccessful.

Heard Around Town

Goo-goos press Mamdani to take action on corruption

Ethics watchdogs think the New York City mayor could enact stricter policies and better fund certain city offices.

Opinion

Editor’s note: Newcomers versus oldheads

How much do local relationships matter in congressional politics?

News & Politics

Lucas claims leadership of BK Dems – in apparent violation of court order

Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn and her allies are trying everything to block reformers from taking control of the county party.

Opinion

Opinion: New York can stop filling its parks with doomed 'pet' birds

The City Council must outlaw the sale of live birds in New York City pet stores.