Politics
Politics
On Brooklyn Democratic Party Gala night, the borough becomes ‘the center of the universe’
The annual event drew power brokers from across the city touting the party’s unity.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s note: Train Daddy is right to want a bolder Penn Station redevelopment plan
Former New York City Transit Authority President Andy Byford joined advocates in calling for more ambitious alternatives to reconstructing the transit hub.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Former Hochul appointee joins Frank Carone’s Oaktree
Daniel Tietz, who left his post as commissioner of the state Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, now works for the consulting firm started by New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ former chief of staff.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Jennifer Raab says goodbye to Hunter College after nearly a quarter century
The exiting college president sat down with City & State to discuss her impact on the school and the legacy she leaves after more than 22 years of service.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s Note: Eric Adams wastes time criticizing the press for negative news
Crime is down, but unlawfulness and random violence that spiked during the coronavirus pandemic still dominates headlines.
Personality
Personality
I want to date Bill de Blasio
A City & State reader wants to explore the possibilities with the former New York City mayor
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s Note: Dick Ravitch deserves recognition at the new Penn Station
The reconstructed transit hub should include a train hall named after the former Metropolitan Transportation Authority chair and giant of public service
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s Note: New York City trees need the City Council’s protection
I’ve watched the number of trees on a portion of West 58th Street dwindle down to one survivor.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s note: Poor air quality just added to the problems homeless people face in New York City
People living on the street were among the most vulnerable to the wildfire smoke that blanketed the city.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
A son of the Bronx is now its historian
A Q&A with Angel Hernandez on taking over from Lloyd Ultan and the borough’s connection to Puerto Rico.
2023 session wrap-up
Personality
City & State poll: What will pass with the end of the legislative session?
Take our latest highly unscientific survey and let us know what legislation will pass before lawmakers come home for a chance to win one of our collectible coffee mugs.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s note: Remembering Cornell ‘Black Benjie’ Benjamin’s sacrifice
The slaying of the Ghetto Brothers gang member more than 50 years ago inspired a historic peace treaty and helped lay the foundations of hip-hop.
Energy & Environment
Policy
Pursuing opportunities within New York’s electrification goals
Industry leaders, policy makers gathered to discuss the possibilities at City & State’s New York Electrification Summit in Albany.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s Note: MTA subway barriers can at least improve a rider’s perception of safety
It may not guarantee safety, but a design that people can stand behind, lean on or grab can still help them feel safe.
Editor's Note
Personality
Editor’s Note: A privately owned public space with a postmodern 1980s vibe could provide shelter to asylum-seekers
The atrium at 60 Wall St. is already a haven for people seeking shelter from the street.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s Note: The Bronx honors Lloyd Ultan, someone truly historic
After 26 years in the unpaid role, the borough’s historian Lloyd Ultan is passing on the torch to his successor Angel Hernandez.
Heard Around Town
Personality
De Blasio turns 62 and rounds up the old gang
The former New York City mayor is following up his birthday with a reunion of his old administration.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s note: Jordan Neely’s death shows how homeless people are the ones at risk
Neely didn’t deserve to die for being in a heightened level of distress.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
How NYC is streamlining MWBE contracting
Lisa Flores, chief procurement officer and director of the Mayor's Office of Contract Services, discussed efforts that have improved how MWBE vendors interact with the city in a Q&A at City & State’s Diversity Summit
Interviews & Profiles
Personality