New York City
New York City Council
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.
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.
Opinion
Opinion: The quiet whitewashing of history at Bowling Green
Why New York must defend the Museum of the American Indian
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.
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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.
Personality
10 most memorable New York political impressions on SNL
From Mario Cuomo to Zohran Mamdani, governors and mayors have all been targets of fodder.
Personality
Jumaane Williams isn’t slowing down on pushing for progress
He’s backing Kathy Hochul for governor, despite previously running against her (twice).
Opinion
Opinion: Don’t let the Hunts Point Market deal die in transition
It took years to develop the institutional knowledge and trust necessary to reach a $650 million deal to modernize the Hunts Point Produce Market – and only a few months of transition to lose it.
