Politics
New York State
State inspector general resigns
Letizia Tagliafierro has left the job without explanation amid criticisms over an ethics investigation
New York State
Backlash grows over Hochul DFS nominee
Some progressives say Adrienne Harris is too cozy with the industries she would oversee as superintendent of the Department of Financial Services.
New York State
How Brian Benjamin will be tested as lieutenant governor
Kathy Hochul outlined an expansive portfolio for her newly sworn-in number two.
New York State
Five things to watch on redistricting in the coming days
The Independent Redistricting Commission is set to release draft congressional and state legislative district lines soon.
Bill de Blasio
Why de Blasio will run for governor … and why he won’t
What’s on the mayor’s mind as he plans his next move
New York State
The race to replace Brian Benjamin is on
A long list of candidates are interested in representing Harlem in the state Senate.
Albany Agenda
Lawmakers could return to Albany this week. Here’s what they want to get done.
We know what you’re thinking: Impeachment’s not the No. 1 priority.
This Week's Headline
A new governor in town and school plans coming into focus
Rounding up the week’s political news.
New York State
LG pick is the latest sign Hochul 2022 is up and running
An unexpected incumbent from Western New York is moving fast to position herself downstate.
New York State
6 things to know about the state’s new LG
Gov. Kathy Hochul has picked state Sen. Brian Benjamin to serve beside her in Albany
New York State
Hochul’s curious comments on gerrymandering
The new governor promised to change Albany politics before making a very interesting comment on redistricting.
New York State
Hochul picks Brian Benjamin for LG
The Harlem Democrat could help the new governor make inroads with downstate voters.
Politics
The Hochul tone debuts in Albany
‘Collaboration’ is the magic word as the new governor promises a new approach to policymaking.
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Politics
New York welcomes its first female governor
Political observers hope that Kathy Hochul will bring needed change to Albany in her historic role.
New York State
5 things to know about the new secretary to the governor
Incoming Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed Karen Persichilli Keogh as her top aide.
New York State
Will Kathy Hochul end the era of imperial governors?
After a century of growing executive control, New York’s first female governor is ready to collaborate.
New York State
The powers granted by Silver v. Pataki
While the governor has more control over the state budget, it’s still unclear where it becomes overreach.
Politics
Four months on, City Council flouting de Blasio’s return to offices
A continuation of remote work has kept some 700 employees out of sync with the mayor’s plan until now.
New York State
Who will Hochul pick as lieutenant governor?
She’s eyeing a downstate ally, but there are several interesting options.
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