2025 New York City Mayoral Election
Politics
Whitney Tilson is running on education, and he’s claiming the pro-charter lane in the mayoral race
The former hedge fund manager plans to put half a million dollars into paid media on his education platform, which includes expanding charter schools.
Rikers Island
Updated
Politics
A timeline on the closure of Rikers Island
The jails system will be turned over to federal control.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Adriano Espaillat says immigration should still be a winning issue for Democrats
And for that reason, he finds Eric Adams' relationship to President Donald Trump “very troubling.”
Heard Around Town
Politics
Jumaane Williams launches first TV ad in reelection bid against Jenifer Rajkumar
The $250,000 ad paints the public advocate as a voice for the people.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Don’t expect more recusals on sanctuary city issues from Mayor Eric Adams
“You are simply wrong,” Mayor Eric Adams told Comptroller Brad Lander in a letter, after Lander suggested the mayor is compromised and should recuse himself from future decision-making.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Madison Square Garden-backed PAC spends on 3 NYC Council candidates
The James Dolan-founded independent expenditure committee has released digital ads for Maya Kornberg, Dermot Smyth and incumbent Council Member Darlene Mealy.
Albany Agenda
Politics
Employers of domestic workers push for legislation to protect immigrants
In addition to spreading fear in immigrant communities, the Trump administration’s mass deportation plans could hurt the state’s economy.
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
Politics
Here are the big dates to watch ahead of the NYC Democratic mayoral primary
Candidates are on TV. Normal people are starting to care about the mayor’s race. It’s officially primary season.
Budget
Politics
Fierce debate over standards for religious schools prompted last-minute budget delays
The state Senate and Assembly were split over whether to relax educational standards for yeshivas and other private schools.
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
Politics
NYC mayoral candidates voted for the state budget this year
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and state Sens. Jessica Ramos and Zellnor Myrie have each voted against state budget bills before, but not in this mayoral election year.
News & Politics
Politics
It’s (finally) budget time
Lawmakers finished passing the state budget on Thursday night, over a month after it was due.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Brooklyn County machine backs candidate against Lincoln Restler
Sabrina Gates snagged a spot on the Democratic primary ballot at the last minute to challenge the lefty reformer who represents North Brooklyn.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Alvin Bragg’s campaign touts poll showing most New Yorkers are concerned about crime, but don’t blame him
The poll commissioned by the Manhattan district attorney’s campaign put him far ahead of his Democratic primary opponent.
News & Politics
Politics
How will Canada’s new prime minister affect New York?
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has a mandate to fight back against the Trump administration’s attacks on our northern neighbor – and New York could be caught in the middle.
Budget
Politics
Will the state budget deliver on Hochul’s affordability promises?
Many of the governor’s marquee affordability proposals look likely to make it into the final version of the budget, which could help Hochul as she runs for reelection.
Interviews & Profiles
Politics
Zohran Mamdani is trying to build a new NYC Democratic primary coalition
Can the 33-year-old surprise breakout candidate unite Muslim and South Asian voters, young leftists and even convince some former Eric Adams supporters?
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
Politics
Are mayoral candidates getting serious about Chinese American voters?
Chinese American voter turnout spiked in 2021. The growing population could play a role in 2025 – if campaigns engage them.
New York City Council
Politics
Airbnb to up its spending in NY races to $10 million
The short-term rental giant is literally doubling down on seeking political influence in New York, despite being spurned by the city in 2023.
2026 New York gubernatorial election
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