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Holly Pretsky
City Editor
Heard Around Town
Politics
Latest haul: Mamdani posts $1 million+ in private donations
The Democratic nominee for mayor continues to rake it in.
- By Holly Pretsky
News & Politics
Politics
Indictment: For home renovations, a TV cameo, catering and cash, Ingrid Lewis-Martin traded her influence
The former chief adviser to Eric Adams and the “Lioness of City Hall” was charged with corruption again on Thursday.
- By Holly Pretsky
Heard Around Town
Politics
Jim Walden’s ‘drop-out challenge’ could have a snag (other than huge egos)
There is pressure to consolidate the field to beat Zohran Mamdani, but dropping out of the race could be expensive for candidates who have accepted public matching funds.
- By Holly Pretsky
Heard Around Town
Politics
No YOU want to decriminalize prostitution!
Andrew Cuomo and Eric Adams are both slamming Zohran Mamdani for past support for decriminalizing sex work. Cuomo signed a repeal of a prostitution loitering law in 2021.
- By Holly Pretsky and Rebecca C. Lewis
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
Updated
Politics
Here’s who’s running for New York City mayor in 2025
Get to know the candidates in a wide, weird field.
- By Sahalie Donaldson, Annie McDonough and Holly Pretsky
New York City
Politics
How NYC governs for the dogs
Elected officials are dealing with hundreds of thousands of barking, pooping, drama-prone constituents.
- By Holly Pretsky
Heard Around Town
Politics
NYCPBA hasn’t endorsed in the mayoral race yet. They're soon negotiating a contract with City Hall
Mayor Eric Adams touted the endorsements of 13 uniformed unions – including many law enforcement unions – on Thursday.
- By Holly Pretsky
New York City
Politics
Suit: Thomas Donlon’s first NYPD conflict? Cops’ aggro social media use
The former interim commissioner alleges his attempts to root out corruption were blocked or ignored by City Hall – starting with a conversation about how police were tweeting.
- By Holly Pretsky and Sahalie Donaldson
Heard Around Town
Politics
New York Immigration Coalition Action backs Mamdani for mayor
Murad Awawdeh, the head of the affiliated immigrant rights advocacy group said: “We’re ready for a new city and a new future.”
- By Holly Pretsky
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
4 takeaways from New York City’s ranked choice voting results
Andrew who? Also if you’re in the lead on election night, STAY IN THE LEAD!
- By Annie McDonough, Sahalie Donaldson and Holly Pretsky
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
Politics
New York’s Democratic leadership offers tentative support for Zohran Mamdani
The establishment scrambled to regroup as they processed a decisive victory for a 33-year-old leftist.
- By Sahalie Donaldson and Holly Pretsky
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Opinion
Opinion
Editor’s note: NYT Editorial Board, who exactly is ‘disappointed’ by this mayoral field?
New Yorkers seem remarkably engaged in this race.
- By Holly Pretsky
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
Politics
5 things to watch on election night in NYC
Tuesday will be so hot – and the election results will be so slow.
- By Holly Pretsky, Sahalie Donaldson and Annie McDonough
News & Politics
Politics
NYC BOE and campaigns prep for scorcher Election Day
Temperatures are expected to reach 100 degrees on Tuesday, leading the BOE and some campaigns to encourage voters to cast their ballots on the remaining, slightly cooler, days of early voting.
- By Annie McDonough and Holly Pretsky
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
Politics
Out and about with NYC’s mayoral hopefuls on the first day of early voting
Some euphoric, some stressed.
- By Holly Pretsky and Sahalie Donaldson
New York City
Politics
AOC to rally with Mamdani on Saturday as early voting begins
Good luck figuring out where!
- By Holly Pretsky
New York City Council
Politics
New York City Council 2025 primary races to watch
Dozens of candidates, millions in matching funds, 51 seats on the ballot.
- By Annie McDonough, Holly Pretsky and Sahalie Donaldson
Heard Around Town
Politics
Jessica Ramos was majorly bummed out at the WFP rally
And she said so in a campaign video!
- By Holly Pretsky
New York City Council
Politics
Airbnb to up its spending in NY races to $10 million
The short-term rental giant is literally doubling down on seeking political influence in New York, despite being spurned by the city in 2023.
- By Holly Pretsky
Heard Around Town
Politics
More Labor Strong 2025 endorsements in NYC Council races
The five-union coalition has now picked a candidate in 27 races.
- By Holly Pretsky