Campaigns & Elections
Politics
After the first debate, the mayor’s race is still, unsurprisingly, Eric Adams’ to lose.
Candidates were pressed on Gifted and Talented programs, vaccine mandates and criminal justice while Republican Curtis Sliwa attempted to take just a bit of the spotlight.
Campaign Confidential
Politics
Carlina Rivera’s time to recapture speaker momentum
And more coverage of New York elections.
Campaign Confidential
Politics
Carlina Rivera isn’t aligned with Eric Adams. Is that a problem?
The Somos conference is an opportunity for the progressive Latina to prove she’s the perfect fit for speaker.
New York City
Politics
CCRB recommends discipline for cops at Black Lives Matter protests
New York City’s police watchdog has so far recommended disciplinary action for 65 officers accused of misconduct during last summer’s protests.
NYPD
Politics
NYPD sex crimes division is still understaffed, council member says
Helen Rosenthal on what’s lacking within the unit where change is needed.
Policy
Policy
The push to help New Yorkers age in place
The New York City Department for the Aging hopes to invest more in services that allow its aging population to avoid nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Could Keith Powers be the consensus speaker candidate?
No one is really against him, but it’s not clear who will be his champion.
New York City
Power Lists
The 2021 New York City 40 Under 40
Recognizing the next generation of rising stars in city politics.
Power Lists
Power Lists
The 2021 New York City 40 Under 40: 10 in their 20s
Twenty-somethings doing big things in NYC politics and government.
Transportation
Policy
We watched 18 hours of congestion pricing hearings so you don’t have to
Public speakers had concerns about charging too much, but much public testimony landed in the tolling program’s favor.
Policy
Policy
How NYC’s right to shelter mandate works
Over the past four decades, this consent decree has helped secure temporary housing for thousands of homeless New Yorkers in need – but is it making for sustainable solutions?
Bill de Blasio
Politics
Why de Blasio will run for governor … and why he won’t
What’s on the mayor’s mind as he plans his next move
Campaign Confidential
Politics
Justin Brannan is running for speaker, did you hear?
The son of Bay Ridge has laid the foundation for a competitive campaign for City Council speaker.
New York City
Power Lists
The Manhattan Power 100 2021
The local leaders who are positioning the borough for another rebound.
Education
Policy
Get vaccinated or go home, NYC tells school employees
Several teachers have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to block the COVID-19 vaccine requirement, but Mayor Bill de Blasio says the mandate is working.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Carmelyn Malalis resurrected the NYC Commission on Human Rights
After almost seven years with the commission, Malalis is stepping down and reflecting on her legacy.
Transportation
Policy
NYC and taxi drivers have very different ideas for how to tackle medallion debt
The city is sticking with its grant program despite scathing criticism from taxi drivers who say it’s not nearly enough to give them relief.
News & Politics
Politics