Policy
Immigration
NYC sues feds over ‘public charge’ rule
Immigration nonprofits joined Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration to back the suit
Events
Wine at grocery stores could be back on the 2027 shopping list
Lawmakers and more discussed updating New York’s alcohol laws at a half-day forum.
New York City Council
It could get easier for press passes to get revoked
The New York City Council is pushing a bill following outrage over “Mangionistas” with press credentials.
Policy
Lawmakers, health advocates prepare to spar over bill to enforce flavored vape ban
The governor must decide to sign or veto the measure by the end of the year.
New York City
Never forget: Betrayals of 9/11 first responders have lingered for 25 years
Since the terrorist attacks, police officers, firefighters and survivors have had to fight for health justice.
New York City
State audit finds room for improvement in NYC’s AI governance
A new report from state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli found New York City has only partially implemented 2023 recommendations on how government should use AI.
Policy
Immigrant advocates have plans for ONA’s new funding
A new memo from the Care for Immigrant Families coalition recommends expanding emergency deportation defense services.
Zohran Mamdani
Lobbyists are still feeling good in Mamdani’s New York
They thought the democratic socialist mayor would send lobbyists to Siberia. They're getting a warmer welcome.
Zohran Mamdani
Why is Mamdani suing the City Council?
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s office sued the City Council over legislation that would give paraprofessionals a one-time pay bump.
Policy
Mamdani’s NYPD is still working with Israel
If the NYPD’s boots are laced by the IDF, as the mayor once said, then he’s letting them wear shoes in his house.
Julie Menin
Where are the subpoenas Julie Menin touted?
Eight months into her time as speaker, Julie Menin has not issued a subpoena, but she speaks often of beefing up the City Council’s oversight powers.
Taxes
Council’s pied-à-terre hearing produces many grievances, few answers
The City Council had 11 pages of questions, but the Mamdani administration declined to appear.
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Policy
Lawmakers push Hochul to backfill cuts for crime victims, child advocacy centers
Demand has outpaced federal aid for crime victims, forcing some rape crisis and child advocacy centers to consider closure.
Education
NYC schools chancellor isn’t giving up on NYC Reads
Kamar Samuels can’t wait for the first day of the new school year, but he’s got a lot of homework already.
New York City
Talks underway to settle 9/11 World Trade Center air quality records fight
First responders and survivors may be close to getting answers.
Healthcare
Opinion: The legal loophole robbing New Yorkers of mental healthcare
Patients on Medicaid should be able to have virtual appointments, too.
City & Sports
Will the Lake Placid-New York City Olympic bid stick the landing?
There are still a lot of questions, but hey, 2042 is 16 years away.
Education
Opinion: NYU must provide paid family leave for all
Adjunct professors should not have to choose between caring for loved ones and getting paid.
New York City Council
Concerned about e-bikes? Julie Menin is looking into them
Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he’ll review 17 bills under consideration by the City Council, but said his priority is cracking down on already illegal e-bikes and e-scooters.
Albany Agenda
Confusion, legal questions surround ranked choice voting effort in city of Albany
Ranked choice, but no primaries? Albany Dems and progressives are teaming up to defeat a proposal that would end them.
