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Amanda Salazar

Events

Policy

Responsible 100 Awards honors New Yorkers dedicated to corporate social responsibility

City & State hosted its annual Corporate Social Responsibility Awards ceremony to recognize leaders in business, nonprofits and government who work to support New York

Events

Policy

Ten years of responsible New Yorkers honored at the CSR Alumni Awards

A decade after City & State began its annual Corporate Social Responsibility Awards, these alumni were recognized for still being standouts in the field.

New York City

Policy

Day two of 2024 NYCETC conference discusses actionable change for workforce development

The event wrapped up with opening remarks from the organization’s CEO Gregory Morris, Doe Fund CEO Jennifer Mitchell and NYSERDA Workforce Project Manager Beth Offenbacker.

Policy

Policy

Day one of 2024 NYCETC workforce agenda conference addresses policy pathways for career development

The two-day event kicked off with opening remarks from the organization's CEO Gregory Morris, Hot Bread Kitchen CEO Leslie Abbey and City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams.

News & Politics

Politics

MENA candidates have had several wins in New York – and more close calls

While there have been breakthrough successes, more MENA candidates have been trying for elected office in recent years.

2024 New York congressional battleground

Politics

Who’s running in NY-18?

Democratic Rep. Pat Ryan only has one Republican challenger so far, and she has lost a congressional election before.

Heard Around Town

Policy

NYC outdoor dining permits won’t generate much revenue, deputy mayor says

Deputy Mayor for Operations Meera Joshi said that the new pay-by-square-foot permit system for outdoor dining setups won’t generate much revenue for the city, despite charging up to $31 per square foot.

Politics

Politics

NY Republicans are suing to keep their outside income. Here’s how much they make.

Republican state lawmakers, some of whom make big bucks in their second jobs, are arguing a $35,000 cap is unconstitutional.

NYPD

Politics

Protesters call on Caban to fire officers in slaying of Kawaski Trawick

A march from City Hall to police headquarters demanded action from newly appointed Commissioner Eddie Caban

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Kathy Hochul

Politics

Who’s who in Kathy Hochul’s administration?

Here are some of the insiders the governor has appointed to run the state.

Politics

Politics

These two New York reps have already endorsed Trump for 2024

“There’s no benefit whatsoever to endorsing Donald Trump early,” one consultant quipped.

Policy

Policy

Seeking public safety and cybersecurity solutions to protect New York

Experts at City & State’s 2023 Protecting New York summit pushed for collaboration and preventive measures to strengthen the state’s safety

NYPD

Politics

Edward Caban was just promoted to NYPD commissioner. He’ll get a $579 raise.

With more work and now being on the hook for whatever struggles the department may face, he won’t be earning a lot more money.

Interviews & Profiles

Personality

New York City faces climate risks like air quality and flooding

A Q&A with New York City Chief Climate Officer Rohit Aggarwala on how the city is preparing to handle a variety of challenges.

Energy & Environment

Policy

State Legislature got a lot done on energy and the environment

From gas stoves to public renewables, several major bills passed during this year’s session.

Health Care

Policy

‘We simply want our health care.’ Retirees rally at City Hall for Medicare Advantage bill

Fresh off a recent legal victory, retirees are pushing the City Council to buck the mayor and union leaders.

Transportation

Policy

Elected officials and Brooklynites call on City Hall to reverse course on McGuinness Boulevard project

At a City Hall rally, supporters of the plan to overhaul a busy and dangerous street in Greenpoint railed against the mayor’s actions to stop it.