New York State

Politics

Who’s trending in New York’s top congressional races?

In the 19th and 22nd districts, incumbent Republicans are facing strong challenges from Democrats hoping to help flip the House.

Andrew Cuomo

Politics

The largest donors to New York candidates

A bunch of white businessman, they almost all gave generously to Gov. Cuomo.

New York City

Politics

How one mega-donor can affect the midterms

Billionaire Ronald Lauder is behind National Horizon ads targeting Democratic candidates online.

New York State

Politics

The lag in Latino political representation

Recent years have seen only slight in improvement in the number of Latino elected officials.

New York City

Policy

How far New York still has to go on MWBEs

City and state officials weigh in on efforts to award contracts to firms owned by women or minorities.

New York State

Politics

Max Rose’s 'Staten Island first' strategy

Democrat Max Rose has distanced himself from his party and focused on local issues.

New York State

Policy

Breaking down the barriers of male-dominated boards

A new California law aimed at increasing diversity could be a model for New York.

New York City

Politics

Who will win New York’s most competitive House contests?

Democrats could win back the lower house of Congress. Weigh in on the local races that could make the difference.

New York State

Policy

Out on parole, and turning out to vote

The governor granted thousands of parolees the right to vote. The GOP went on the attack. So what do parolees have to say?

New York City

Policy

Momentum builds behind MWBEs

After a lackluster year, the rate of contracting for minority- and women-owned businesses is rising in New York.

Bill de Blasio

Politics

Bombs in New York and a governor’s debate

Pipe bombs were sent to a number of prominent Democrats and progressives across the country, including several in New York, and to CNN’s Columbus Circle headquarters.

New York State

Politics

A Q&A with Jonathan Trichter, the other Democrat for comptroller

An interview with Jonathan Trichter, the Democrat running as a Republican for state comptroller

New York State

Politics

A blue “wavelet” in New York’s state Senate?

New forecast shows Democrats only slightly more likely to take state Senate.