Politics
Politics
Eric Adams: Biden has ‘failed New York City’ on asylum-seeker support
The New York City mayor assailed the president in his strongest terms yet, as he pleaded for support in getting migrants work authorizations.
Politics
Politics
Rowan Wilson confirmed as first Black chief judge of the Court of Appeals
The state Senate voted 40-19 to confirm Gov. Kathy Hochul’s most recent chief judge nominee.
Politics
Politics
NY bill calls for governor’s salary to be withheld during budget delay
State lawmakers are prohibited from receiving a salary until a final budget is passed, and they want the governor to abide by the same rules.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Coney Island casino bid gathers signatures of support
Expect to see more community engagement as developers compete for licenses.
Courts
Politics
Senate Judiciary Committee votes to advance Rowan Wilson
Members of the committee voted to advance Hochul’s latest nominee for a full Senate vote.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
As George Santos announces reelection campaign, his single donor remains mum
The embattled Long Island Republican announced his bid amid a discouraging fundraising quarter.
Bill de Blasio
Personality
De Blasio slams Florida in online debate
'The future, unfortunately, is not bright for Florida,' the former mayor said, regarding climate change.
Politics
Politics
Andrea Stewart-Cousins wants to ax the Commission on Judicial Nomination
The state Senate majority leader said lawmakers are considering a new process for selecting Court of Appeals judges.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Home care workers target Adrienne Adams
The council has not moved on a bill that would ban 24-hour work days, amid oppositions from New Yorkers with disabilities and 1199 SEIU.
Politics
Politics
Despite DNC loss, Eric Adams maintains reputation as NYC’s cheerleader
Adams’ impassioned bid to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention ends in disappointment. On to the World Cup.
Politics
Politics
Rowan Wilson picked to be chief judge, as Hochul eyes Caitlin Halligan for associate judge
Wilson, who would be the first Black chief judge in New York state, was tapped following the rejection of Hector LaSalle.
Politics
Politics
NY government passes second stopgap as budget delays stretch on
Lawmakers have another week to agree on a funding plan.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: What would Hugh do?
A few things Gov. Kathy Hochul can learn from the state’s 51st governor as she navigates the challenges of budget season.
Politics
Politics
Why won’t DAASNY defend Alvin Bragg?
The powerful district attorneys association has been silent in the face of Trump’s attacks on the Manhattan DA
Heard Around Town
Politics
Rudy Giuliani (no, not that one) is fundraising for Eric Adams
The former mayor’s Republican cousin, and his lobbyist wife, are raising money for the Democratic mayor’s reelection.
Politics
Politics
Labor weighs in on bail, ‘good cause,’ health care in New York budget
From “good cause” to bail reform rollbacks, unions are making their voices heard.
Politics
Politics
Democratic Queens DA candidate courting far right Republicans
George Grasso is challenging Melinda Katz from the right – and said Democratic political clubs won’t have him.
Budget
Personality
Here’s when City & State readers think the budget will be finished
And don’t forget, the best guess will win a CSNY shower curtain!
Politics
Politics
NY bills specifically targeted at Donald Trump
State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal has been prolific in this field.
Politics
Politics