New York City
Politics
About that petition to give Trump Tower an Obama address
As of Wednesday morning, over 97,000 people from all over the country want to rename a stretch of Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue after former President Barack Obama, but due to the quirks of New York City’s street renaming policies, it is very unlikely to happen.
New York City
Policy
Airbnb closely watching hostel legislation
The tech company hopes the new legislation will lead to the NYC Council reconsidering its stance on home-sharing.
New York City
Politics
Jeffrey Epstein is dead, but the investigation lives on
The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s examination of Jeffrey Epstein’s death and his allegations have only just begun.
New York City
Policy
Samson latest New York IT official to depart
The chief information officer cited health reasons for his decision to leave.
New York City
Politics
Johnson’s saucy post sparks debate about double standards in politics
After New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson posted a photo of a topless man on his personal Instagram on Thursday night, former spokeswoman for his rival Scott Stringer called him out, sparking debates online about double standards for men and women in politics.
New York City
Policy
Where the sidewalk ends for disabled New Yorkers
Why it has taken New York City 30 years to even make a plan for accessible sidewalks.
New York City
Politics
Stephen Ross reminds the world he’s a real estate mogul
Equinox and SoulCycle are losing members over their owner’s planned fundraiser for Trump.
New York City
Policy
TLC passes new ride-hail rules
The Commission's new regulations include extending the cap on new for-hire vehicle licenses and putting a cap on how long drivers can cruise without passengers.
New York City
Politics
Katz: We all want the same things in our family
The presumptive Queens DA gave her first public speech after Cabán’s concession.
New York City
Opinion
Why New York City needs universal internet access
As ubiquitous as internet access has become since the days of dial-up service it still remains largely inaccessible to many in disadvantaged communities, so New York City should adopt a universal internet access policy, writes technologist Emil Skandul.
New York City
Politics
With Katz on the way out, who’s running for Queens borough president?
Melinda Katz has secured the DA nomination. A large field is shaping up to replace her.
New York City
Politics
Meet the Republicans running against Ocasio-Cortez
City & State spoke with six of Ocasio-Cortez’s challengers. Despite their long odds, each feels confident they have what it takes to unseat one of the most famous members of Congress and certain common themes emerged.
New York City
Politics
Republicans line up to challenge Ocasio-Cortez
The 2020 election is over a year away, but Republicans have already begun lining up to unseat progressive firebrand Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. A total of seven candidates have filed and while they’re unlikely to win, they could get a lot of attention from conservatives.
New York City
Politics
Could MMV’s congressional run hand Rubén Díaz Sr. the seat?
The oversaturated pool of progressives could benefit the conservative cowboy-hatted councilman.
New York City
Policy
Strapping into Brooklyn’s new self-driving shuttles
Optimus Ride, a self-driving shuttle service, is rolling out in the Brooklyn Navy Yard today.
New York City
Policy
Federal transportation bill unlikely to offer New York much
The U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works passed a new federal transportation authorization of $287 billion to build and maintain roads, bridges, and rails – and it contains a first-ever climate change provision, but it still falls short on New York’s climate and mass transit priorities.
New York City
Policy
Facial recognition controversy spurs push for stalled NYPD transparency bill
The New York City Council wants to know what technology police are using, but transparency legislation has stalled.
New York City
Personality
Dianne Morales wants to be New York City’s first female mayor
Dianne Morales, an Afro-Latina woman who runs a South Bronx social services nonprofit, is running for mayor of New York City in 2021. The 52-year-old executive director and CEO of Phipps Neighborhoods, launched her bid last week.
New York City
Personality
Can Michael Gianaris lead the revolution?
Or is Joe Crowley’s old pal just along for the ride?
New York City
Policy