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Eric Adams’ transition committee has brought in nearly $2 million
The mayor has until April 30 to spend it on an inauguration ceremony – or give the money back.
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COIB let other mayors hire family members. Will it give Eric Adams permission?
Previous waivers grant some insight, but there could be a key difference with Bernard Adams, if he’s getting paid.
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Assembly Member Diana Richardson named Brooklyn deputy borough president
Borough President Antonio Reynoso chose a fellow progressive, which will create an open legislative seat.
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How Adrienne Adams became the speaker
The compromise candidate’s win came after Mayor Eric Adams picked someone else.
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Can Eric Adams really hire his brother?
Bernard Adams wouldn’t be the first family member of a mayor to work in their administration.
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Eric Adams’ first week: An icy reception from labor, a cozy appearance with Hochul
The mayor continued to build out his staff, boost law enforcement, and practice healthy habits.
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Jan. 6 insurrection only aligned New York GOP closer to Trump
A year after the Capitol riots, Republicans continue to use Trumpism to their advantage.
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NYC teachers are stretched thin as COVID-19 surges in schools
More than 14,000 students and staff have tested positive since winter break.
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What Hochul left out of her State of the State address
The parts of the governor’s agenda that she didn’t include in her speech may speak volumes about her priorities for this year.
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Hochul’s 2022 legislative agenda is sweeping. Her powers to enact it are not.
Many of the New York governor’s most ambitious proposals outlined in her State of the State address require federal funding and changes to the state Constitution. As she notes, collaboration will be essential.
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Adrienne Adams elected first Black City Council speaker
Former speaker candidates Keith Powers and Diana Ayala were named to leadership positions at the council’s first meeting.
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A first look at Gov. Kathy Hochul’s 2022 State of the State
From green energy to ethics reform, here are the highlights from the legislative agenda the governor is outlining today.
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What to expect from Gov. Kathy Hochul’s first State of the State address
State lawmakers are anticipating a new political tone, but are still waiting to hear her big ideas.
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Cuomo will not be criminally charged for allegedly groping aide
The Albany County District Attorney announced Tuesday it has dropped the case.
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4 key takeaways from the Independent Redistricting Commission’s latest maps
Dueling plans by Republicans and Democrats hint at how the final lines might shape up.
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Adams probably can’t veto the new noncitizen voting law – but he might not defend it either
The new mayor said he is uncomfortable with allowing noncitizens who have lived in the city for just a month to vote. He has some choices to make about the controversial voting rights bill.
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In a win for gerrymandering, New York redistricting commission submits two sets of partisan maps
The state’s Independent Redistricting Commission failed to agree on one proposal to send to the Legislature.
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