New York City

Politics

Wu-Tang Clan honored by City Council, Mayor Eric Adams in past week

Nov. 15 will be known as “Ol’ Dirty Bastard Day” for the late Staten Island hip-hop group member.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

Going ‘in-depth’ to understand the potential of Black owned businesses

The Brooklyn Communities Collaborative and Hunter College collaborated on a study to understand the experiences and challenges of such entrepreneurs and their local impact.

Adams probes

Politics

Adams admin won’t say whether other officials’ devices were seized

The mayor said Tuesday he’s “fully cooperating” with the federal probe, but declined to say whether other members of his administration or campaign have been contacted as part of the investigation.

Interviews & Profiles

Personality

‘Of course’ NYC schools Chancellor David Banks is concerned about the challenge of educating asylum-seeking children

The chancellor also brushed aside censorship concerns about recent guidance sent to teachers in advance of a walkout in support of Gaza, saying “we’re not trying to silence anybody.”

Eric Adams

Opinion

Opinion: The mayoral primary challenge we need

It’s not about finding a leftist challenger to Eric Adams. It’s about finding a competent one.

Personality

Personality

Anne Williams-Isom on life at the center of the storm

She has helped children and families thrive her whole career. The influx of migrants is like no challenge she has faced before.

Policy

Policy

At Somos, New York City leaders brace for budget cuts

Eric Adams claimed he stayed home from Somos because of the city’s budget crisis. Some down in Puerto Rico are bracing for – and planning how to combat – coming budget cuts.

Politics

Politics

At Somos, the search for the next mayor is on

The next mayoral election is two years away, but the federal probe of Adams’ campaign finances supercharged a conversation about a primary challenge to him in 2025.

News & Politics

Politics

Why did Marjorie Velázquez blow it in the Bronx?

The City Council member’s unexpected loss could come down to poor turnout, local opposition to affordable housing, a muddled campaign message – or all of the above.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

The Brotherhood-Sister Sol grows with demand in West Harlem community

The organization’s new home is one of the few nonprofit spaces in New York City to be one hundred percent dedicated to “community-educational use.”

2023 elections

Politics

Kristy Marmorato will likely be the first Republican elected official in the Bronx in nearly 20 years

Marmorato is leading New York City Council Member Marjorie Velázquez, but the race has not been officially called.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Susan Zhuang likely victor in City Council District 43

Democrat Susan Zhuang clinched what appears to be a decisive victory Tuesday night against challenger Ying Tan in a brand new southern Brooklyn district

Politics

Politics

Justin Brannan defeats Ari Kagan in heated southern Brooklyn Council race

“Tonight was a victory for love over hate, for hope over fear, for truth over lies,” Brannan said.

2023 elections

Politics

2023 New York City Council general election results

Follow the latest results from all the races to watch.

Eric Adams

Politics

Why isn’t Eric Adams endorsing many City Council candidates?

The mayor has only endorsed two of the Democratic Council members facing tough re-election fights against Republican challengers.

2023 elections

Politics

Election Day primer: What to know about New York’s top races

From the New York City Council to key county executive races across the state, catch up on what you need to know before voting.

New York City

Policy

DiNapoli keeps an eye on NYC agency performance with new data tracker

Watchdogs rejoice: The new tool aims to bring more transparency to city agencies’ performance.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

Commentary: The second miracle of East Harlem

Explaining this summer’s dramatic reduction in teen violence in our local community.

Albany Agenda

Politics

Antisemitism review at CUNY sparks anxiety for free speech, public education advocates

Gov. Kathy Hochul appointed former Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman to look into discrimination at New York City’s public colleges.

Politics

Politics

Campaign Finance Board investigating suspicious donations to Amber Adler campaign

The suspicious donations were made in the names of people associated with North Shore Strategies, the Democratic consulting firm hired to run Adler’s campaign.