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Brad Lander released after hourslong detention by ICE
The mayoral candidate and comptroller was roughly apprehended in a chaotic scene at 26 Federal Plaza.
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Cuomo promises to fix the city – and the Democratic Party
Speaking to his heavy-hitting labor supporters at a Monday rally, mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo said the Democratic Party has forgotten them.
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The newspapers don’t want New Yorkers to put Zohran Mamdani on their ballots
The New York Times and the New York Post editorial boards do not agree on much – but they’re both hoping the 33-year-old Assembly member does not become New York City’s next mayor.
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The way-too-early 2026 gubernatorial election preview
Meet the top contenders hoping to become governor next year.
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Out and about with NYC’s mayoral hopefuls on the first day of early voting
Some euphoric, some stressed.
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Kamillah Hanks’ office the subject of multiple workplace complaints
Current and former staffers of the New York City Council member have alleged retaliation, beratement and religious discrimination. In response, the council member said complaints came from “disgruntled individuals.”
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A narrowed field of candidates clashes in final NYC mayoral primary debate
There was a lot of focus on Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s record – good, bad and ugly. Here are three major takeaways.
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The anti-IDC state senators: Where are they now?
Seven state senators defeated former members of the IDC in primary elections. Six are still in office.
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Stefanik laces into Hochul over immigration in preview of 2026 race
“We deserve a governor who stands up for law-abiding New Yorkers,” said Rep. Elise Stefanik, who would like to be that governor.
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All eyes on Cuomo, Mamdani in final mayoral primary debate
Fewer candidates, heightened focus as absentee ballots hit mailboxes and voters start heading to the polls this weekend.
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Where do the 2025 mayoral candidates stand on minimum wage?
The mayor doesn’t control minimum wage, but candidates do have strong opinions.
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PPL touts high customer satisfaction amid turbulent home care transition
The company tasked with administering CDPAP conducted a survey which found that tens of thousands of consumers and home aides are happy with Public Partnerships LLC.
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The cops showed up at Mercedes Narcisse’s house. She blames her City Council opponents
The Brooklyn City Council member took to Instagram to condemn what she described as false 311 complaints. Her opponents said they had nothing to do with the early morning incident.
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City Council narrowly bets on Bally’s home rule message, going against local member
The City Council’s approval comes after Mayor Eric Adams lowered the threshold to get it passed.
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The men hoping to win a comeback seat in the NYC Council
Anthony Weiner is the most high-profile, but he’s not the only vintage politician running again
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Bronx casino vote in City Council still in flux
As of mid-afternoon Tuesday, the City Council did not have the votes to pass a “home rule” message that would clear the way for Bally’s to continue on its quest to compete for a casino license in the Bronx.
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Iwen Chu files to run for office again
The southern Brooklyn Democrat lost reelection to the state Senate last year.
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Tech companies are spending big on 2025 NYC races
The tech sector hasn’t always been successful in getting what it wants out of New York’s regulatory landscape, but Airbnb, DoorDash and Uber sure seem to have the resources to keep trying.
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State leaders’ response to federal funding cuts: Blame Republicans
If the Senate passes the GOP federal budget bill, millions of New Yorkers will lose access to Medicaid coverage and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
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