New York City

Politics

New lawsuit could delay ranked-choice voting in NYC

An injunction could create uncertainty about what voting system people will use in June.

New York City

Politics

The bill no one wants to enact during the pandemic

AOC and Sean Hannity have got the details wrong about a proposed $3 surcharge on package deliveries in New York City.

Opinion

Opinion

NYC needs its rich residents

The city’s tax system is heavily dependent on high earners.

Opinion

Opinion

NY should stop killing adoptable pets

Animals displaying signs of stress just need proper support from their shelter.

Personality

Personality

Rafael Salamanca makes his case for Bronx borough president

A Q&A with the New York City Council member on rezonings, affordable housing and his successor in the council.

New York City

Politics

Meet NYC’s first elected COVID-19 “long-hauler”

New York City Council Member Costa Constantinides is still experiencing COVID-19 after eight months.

New York City

Politics

What is the DSA?

How the organization became a major political force.

New York City

Policy

Elected officials, parents call for another chance for New York City students to opt into in-person learning

Staffing and space challenges will limit the availability of five days of in-person learning, but many say the option should open up again for families.

New York City

Opinion

A tale of two mayors

In retrospect, Dinkins looks better and Giuliani looks worse than when they left office.

Personality

Personality

Friends and colleagues remember David Dinkins

A gentle man who devoted his life to public service, advocated for disability rights and racial harmony