Heard Around Town
Politics
Some endorsers aren’t ranking their preferred NYC candidates. Is that too confusing for voters?
In this new ranked-choice reality, we’re seeing “tiers” and “slates” and “co-endorsements.”
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Calling balls and strikes on charges of antisemitism
The Jewish community needs candidates who treat our safety seriously.
New York City
Politics
5 moments that defined the first NYC mayoral primary debate
Andrew Cuomo was the No. 1 target, but second place Zohran Mamdani also caught some criticism.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Anthony Weiner has gripes about his opponents’ campaign office rent
The former rep’s campaign sent a letter to the Campaign Finance Board alleging two opponents got an unreported discount.
LGBTQ+
Opinion
Opinion: We must create safe harbor for the trans community in NYC
This pride month, New York must provide shelter from the Trump administration’s tsunami of discriminatory executive orders and anti-trans vitriol.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Airbnb starts spending to support vocal critic Jumaane Williams
Why? Because he is “deeply committed to preserving the affordability of our city.”
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
The leading contenders for Manhattan BP discuss their solutions for the borough
An excerpt from the Broadway Association’s online forum in May
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Stop our political blindness on inhumane horse-drawn carriages
Mahatma Gandhi once said, “The greatness of a nation can be judged by the way it treats its animals.” By this measure, New York City is failing.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Charles Rangel, in his own words
The longtime member of Congress, Harlem power broker and part of the “Gang of Four” spoke to City & State last year.
News & Politics
Politics
At their first debate, Mark Levine and Justin Brannan say they’ll stand up to the next mayor, whoever that is
Neither comptroller candidate has endorsed in the mayor’s race.
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
Politics
Brooklyn Young Democrats back Brooklyn’s own Brad Lander in NYC mayor’s race
The renegade group ranked a full slate of five candidates – none of whom overlap with the county Democratic leader’s pick.
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
Politics
How much did Zohran Mamdani’s call to action help Adrienne Adams’ fundraising?
We found hundreds of Mamdani donors who gave to Adams just before a crucial deadline.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: New York loses a powerful voice
Tom Robbins, who passed away earlier this week, was a great journalist, a great man, a great colleague, a great friend, a great educator and a great mentor.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
The outside groups boosting New York City candidates
Tech companies, candidate cronies, and many, many folks who are nominally concerned about affordability.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s note: Adams and Hochul both take credit for bringing back wind farm project
The mayor claimed to have convinced President Donald Trump on the reversal, while the governor actually horse-traded to make the deal happen.
Gambling
Politics
Parkland alienation bill passes Senate, potentially paving way for Cohen’s casino
State Sen. John Liu successfully bypassed fellow state Sen. Jessica Ramos to keep Mets owner Steve Cohen’s plans for a Queens casino on track.
Opinion
NYN Media
Commentary: Retrenchment and reconstruction as nonprofits prepare for the worst
Strategies for a sector on the brink during a time of uncertainty.
News & Politics
Politics
New Yorkers want their mayor to be a good manager. What does that mean?
No big deal, just the biggest police force, school system and city population in the country.
New York City Council
Politics
Democratic socialist Alexa Avilés is tested in a redrawn NYC Council district
Moderate Democrat Ling Ye has a case to make to the South Brooklyn district’s moderate voters.
Events
NYN Media