2024 New York congressional battleground
Politics
Who’s running for Congress in the Western NY special election?
After former Rep. Brian Higgins stepped down, the 26th Congressional District special election is likely to be a win for Democrats.
Events
Politics
City & State’s Black History Month celebration honors Al Sharpton, Vanessa Gibson and Erica Ford
The honorees gave remarks reflecting on the past and future of Black empowerment.
Donald Trump
Politics
Becoming VP: The Elise Stefanik Playbook
How the North Country Congress member is positioning herself for the role of Trump’s No. 2.
LGBTQ+
Policy
Does Bruce Blakeman’s ban on trans players on girls’ teams violate state law?
New York’s Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity.
Albany Agenda
Politics
Twilight zone: Hochul calls for border security, chides Republicans for blocking it
The Democratic governor said she misses former GOP House Speaker John Boehner.
News & Politics
Politics
Goldman and Nadler call for temporary ceasefire in Gaza
The two New York representatives joined 11 other Democrats in asking President Joe Biden to pursue an agreement between Israel and Hamas.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: New York must protect the ACA
New York’s GOP members of Congress should reject Donald Trump’s promise to repeal this historic legislation if he wins the 2024 presidential race.
Albany Agenda
Politics
Tenant advocates warn against watering down ‘good cause’ law
A coalition of upstate tenants, labor unions and community organizations are telling legislative leaders that “good cause” eviction must apply statewide.
Policy
Policy
Some Assembly Democrats look to criminalize disruptive protests
Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato introduced a bill that would treat peacefully blocking a road or bridge as an act of “domestic terrorism.”
Albany Agenda
Policy
REBNY report: New construction applications are down significantly
The developer group found that new housing projects have dropped off since a state tax break expired.
Publisher's Section
Power Lists
Who's Who in Budgeting & Finance
The fiscal and financial wizards you need to know in New York.
Kathy Hochul
Politics
Siena College poll: New Yorkers cool to Hochul, worry about cost of living
The governor saw a dip in favorability, with many seeing her as out of touch.
New York State
Politics
Online gambling could be the next big legalization fight in Albany
Casino companies have the potential for a big payday if they’re successful in their lobbying efforts.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Jay Jacobs is feeling positive after Tom Suozzi’s Long Island victory
The chair of the state and Nassau County Democratic parties has started the year with a major win after previous criticisms.
New York State
Policy
Lawmakers start community conversation ahead of reparations commission formation
The Caucus Weekend panel explored the different schools of thought on reparations.
News & Politics
Politics
Hochul apologizes for joke about Israel-Hamas war
The governor had suggested that if Canada ever attacked Buffalo, the U.S. would naturally respond by destroying the entire nation of Canada.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: New York should not make adoption harder for our residents
An argument for reversing a state regulation change that made it more difficult for New Yorkers to seek adoptions in other states.
News & Politics
Politics
Jeffries blasts latest redistricting proposal
The House Minority Leader criticized the new congressional map released to lawmakers this week, suggesting that it unconstitutionally benefits Republican Rep. Marc Molinaro.
Albany Agenda
Policy
Hochul wants to protect Taylor Swift and drink at home
The governor’s 30-day budget amendments were somewhat minimal, targeting harmful AI and continuing to permit to-go cocktails. She also restored a fund for legal representation for low-income people.
News & Politics
Politics