Bill de Blasio
Politics
De Blasio demands essential medical supplies from feds
Without them, New York City’s hospitals could run out in the next few weeks.
New York City
Policy
Are Brooklyn’s ultra-Orthodox social distancing?
Hasidic communities are changing practices to slow the coronavirus pandemic, but have been late adopters.
New York City
Politics
Elon Musk to the rescue?
The Tesla CEO said he could produce ventilators to help fill a nationwide shortage. Will he actually follow through?
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Who’s funding New York nonprofits stretched by the coronavirus?
Many groups have created response funds to help New Yorkers through the coronavirus crisis.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
New York City to cover extra costs for human services nonprofits
The city will reimburse human services contractors for extra costs due to the coronavirus.
New York City
Politics
Who will be next to lead the Bronx?
With unexpected retirements, the competition for borough president and Democratic party chair takes shape.
Criminal Justice
Policy
Will coronavirus spring people from jail?
The conversation around criminal justice has shifted dramatically.
New York City
Politics
Is NYC destined to become the next Milan?
If New Yorkers don’t self-isolate, the city’s health care system could easily become overwhelmed with coronavirus patients.
Technology
Policy
Talking health tech solutions with Capsule’s Eric Kinariwala
First Read Tech talks to the CEO of Capsule, Eric Kinariwala.
New York City
Politics
Do borough presidents actually have any power?
It depends almost entirely on their personality.
New York City
Policy
Who will feed the hungry during the coronavirus outbreak?
Charities are feeling the strain as New York City tries to feed its students and elderly.
New York City
Policy
What coronavirus closings mean for New York’s economy
Restaurants, theaters and tourism will take a hit from coronavirus. Here’s what the city and state could do to blunt its impact.
New York City
Opinion
Closing schools was the right call but here’s what must come next
How to keep kids safe, cared for, nourished and at home.
New York City
Politics
Is coronavirus de Blasio's Katrina?
The mayor seems to be leading New York City from behind.
New York City
Personality
Can Donovan Richards find himself?
Queens is both a machine stronghold and the most progressive place on the planet. The borough president hopeful thinks he can have it all.
New York City
Politics
Coronavirus containment zone, limiting public gatherings and St. Patrick’s Day parade canceled
Rounding up the week’s political news
MTA
Policy