New York State
Heard Around Town
Haitian lawmakers in NY criticize Molinaro for spreading racist conspiracy theory
Assembly Member Michaelle Solages called Rep. Marc Molinaro “a simple-minded fool” after he shared a debunked conspiracy theory about Haitian immigrants eating pets.
News & Politics
Here’s where New York politicos are watching tonight’s debate
The Working Families Party, local political clubs and elected officials are hosting debate watch parties across the state.
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This latest survey asks readers to pick which candidates will win in competitive state Senate and Assembly races.
2024 New York congressional battleground
Democrats strategize a response to Republican attacks on ERA ballot proposal
Internal polling shows that Republican attacks on the abortion rights ballot proposal are likely to succeed unless Democrats go on the offensive.
Polls
Poll: Guess who will win NY state Senate and Assembly races
Think Democrats or Republicans will emerge victorious in the 22 most closely-watched state legislative races? City & State wants to hear from you!
40 Under 40
The 2024 Albany 40 Under 40
The Rising Stars in New York state politics.
Kathy Hochul
What Gov. Kathy Hochul’s public schedules tell us about Linda Sun
The governor included Sun in several high-profile meetings in 2021 and 2022.
Energy & Environment
Hochul pushes nuclear energy as state struggles to meet climate goals
New York shuttered its primary nuclear power plant in 2021, which led fossil fuel emissions to spike, but there’s strong opposition to readopting nuclear power.
Interviews & Profiles
Tom Suozzi channels DNC energy and unity on Long Island
In a Q&A, the representative talked about helping local down-ballot candidates in November.
News & Politics
State AG warns of AI-driven election misinformation
State Attorney General Letitia James encouraged voters to contact her office’s Election Protection Hotline if they come across any election-related deepfake images or videos.
2024 New York congressional battleground
‘It’s not the same.’ Former NY county execs in Congress have advice for George Latimer
Three current members of the New York delegation have walked the same path from executive to federal legislator before.
News & Politics
Hochul calls for expulsion of Chinese diplomat following former aide’s indictment
The governor recommended that the U.S. State Department expel the Chinese consul general after her former aide was charged with secretly aiding the Chinese government.
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News & Politics
Suozzi embraces Democratic Party as he launches reelection bid
The congressional representative surrounded himself with Democratic elected officials at his official campaign launch event – a sharp contrast to his special election campaign earlier this year.
News & Politics
John Liu defends Linda Sun in wake of federal indictment
While Republicans demanded wide-ranging investigations into the Hochul administration, state Sen. John Liu cautioned against rushing to judgment.
Albany Agenda
Advocates push for public ownership of Hudson Valley energy company
As Central Hudson continues to raise rates, activists and progressive lawmakers are making a new push to bring it under public ownership – but organized labor is wary.
Special Reports
What are the latest developments on Hochul’s mental health plan?
With $1 billion in funding, the state is expanding school-based mental health clinics and more.
Special Reports
Samra Brouk is ready to advance mental health care in the next session
The Rochester state senator plans to advocate for additional funding.
Interviews & Profiles
The state Legislature hopes to increase the state’s mental health services
An interview with Aileen Gunther, chair of the Assembly Committee on Mental Health.
Special Reports
Is New York City investing enough in mental health treatment?
An interview with Linda Lee, chair of the New York City Council Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addictions.
New York State
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s $1 billion ushers in a new era of mental health care
The influx of funding has bolstered a sector that has languished with insufficient support.
