New York City

Opinion

Opinion: The World Cup was a test for city government. How did we do?

The World Cup added $2 billion to our local economy, supported more than 12,000 jobs and increased foot traffic to our sports bars by 16%.

New York City

Politics

Poll: Nine months into Mamdani’s tenure, affordability remains serious problem

A new survey from Honan Strategy Group found that nearly half of New York City voters say they are likely to leave the city within the next five years due to the cost of living.

New York City Council

Policy

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

Personality

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

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

Politics

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.”

New York City

Policy

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

Opinion

Editor’s note: Count your Rising Stars

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

Opinion

NYN Media

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

Policy

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

Politics

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

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

Policy

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.

News & Politics

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

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.