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In a terrifying shooting, a political opportunity for Lee Zeldin
The Republican gubernatorial candidate has centered his campaign around crime, and his family just experienced the clearest possible illustration of the problem.
New York State
Politics
Who are the Republican candidates running for statewide office?
New York’s GOP candidates include a political news commentator, a financial expert and a former New York City Police Department official.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Biden, Schumer, Hochul make major economic announcements in NY swing districts
It’s election season, so a little Democratic good news might go a long way.
New York State
Policy
What is the Environmental Bond Act?
Voters this November will decide whether or not to greenlight a $4.2 billion piece of environmental legislation.
Economic Development
Policy
Chip maker to build $100B manufacturing site near Syracuse
Micron’s commitment would mark one of the first major new investments by semiconductor companies following the passage of billions in incentives under legislation signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul this summer.
New York State
Policy
Community health clinics set to lose critical $100M funding stream
A little-known federal initiative, the 340B Drug Pricing Program, supports services that wouldn’t otherwise get reimbursed.
New York State
Policy
Can Republicans hinder absentee voting in New York a month from Election Day?
The state constitution prohibits no-excuse absentee voting. The state GOP is suing to stop people from being able to use fear of COVID-19 as an excuse to request a mail-in ballot.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Rodneyse Bichotte-Hermelyn is on a mission to make it safer to be pregnant in New York
In her latest maternal health bill, the Brooklyn Assembly member wants to ensure women are able to have a fetus removed from their body after a miscarriage.
Politics
Politics
All the ethics snafus dogging Kathy Hochul
The governor has notched eye-popping fundraising numbers, and it’s difficult to do that without raising some eyebrows.
Politics
Politics
GOP candidates in swing House seats soften their messaging on abortion
Campaign websites are undergoing some subtle updates as New York Republicans in key districts pivot to the general election.
New York State
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Policy
Judge: NY Assembly maps to be redrawn by dysfunctional redistricting commission
New lines will go into effect for the 2024 election cycle.
New York State
Politics
Hochul’s law enforcement announcement conveniently helps her counteract Zeldin’s claims
The governor made her position on crime clear at a public safety symposium, amid attacks from her opponent.
New York State
Policy
Lee Zeldin’s campaign promises: What can he actually do if elected?
The Republican gubernatorial candidate has talked about making big changes to abortion rights, congestion pricing and more.
New York State
Politics
‘I want to move forward:’ Andrew Cuomo announces PAC, podcast
The former governor, who resigned amid multiple allegations of sexual harassment, said he’s “not done” weighing in on state and national politics.
Heard Around Town
Policy
Protesters across the state rally against prison package restrictions
A new DOCCS policy limits what incarcerated people can receive in New York prisons
New York State
Policy
New York lawmakers want your right to an attorney to cover immigration too
With a bill that has failed to pass the state Legislature in recent years, more low-income immigrants would have access to representation – the only problem is finding lawyers for them.
New York State
Politics
Kathy Hochul and Lee Zeldin debate debates
The two candidates for governor continue to spar over appearing on stage together before the election.
New York State
Policy
Andrea Stewart-Cousins has presided over some monumental legislation
Let’s just say the majority leader has been busy since 2019. Here are some of her greatest hits.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Order over chaos: How Andrea Stewart-Cousins fixed the state Senate Democratic conference
The majority leader has presided over growing power and has delivered legislative successes with and without the New York governor’s help.
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Politics