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Andrew Cuomo: Will he rise again?

No one knows what the former governor may be planning as he dips his toe back into the public sphere

Politics

Politics

With new leadership, pro-development Open New York heads to Albany

The housing advocacy group currently lobbies for new construction in New York City, including in wealthy neighborhoods.

New York State

Politics

Bennett sues Cuomo over sexual harassment

Former state staffer Charlotte Bennett wants to take ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo to court over his alleged harassment when she worked for him.

Heard Around Town

Politics

New polling gives Dems the edge in NY-19

An internal poll from the Josh Riley campaign places him ahead of Republican Marc Molinaro in the Upstate district

Policy

Policy

Hochul lifts mask mandate on transit

The governor announced that masks are still encouraged, but no longer required on MTA trains and buses.

New York State

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New York legislative staffers optimistic about union

After going public with their campaign in July, organizers say momentum has continued to grow.

New York State

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A toss-up looms in the changing 19th Congressional District

The swing district broke against Republican Marc Molinaro in the special election, but new lines and a lower-profile opponent could change the outcome.

New York City

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Zeldin hints at New York version of “don’t say gay” bill

The GOP candidate for governor wants to prohibit sex ed related discussions in classrooms up to the seventh grade

Politics

Left-wing movement expands its grip on NYC with state Democratic primary victory going to Kristen Gonzalez

Hers is one of several wins assuring progressives’ continued power and influence in Albany and delivers a fresh blow to establishment Democrats

New York State

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Kathy Hochul is looking comfortable on her anniversary as governor

She has had eye-popping fundraising, a landslide primary victory and a huge budget full of wins.

New York State

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In Lee Zeldin’s congressional district, GOP candidates attack each other as ‘insiders’

The open Long Island seat has swung both ways, and Republican candidates are erring on the righter side of things.

New York State

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Rep. Lee Zeldin faces complaint over allegedly fraudulent signatures

State Sen. Zellnor Myrie asked the Albany County district attorney to investigate more than 11,000 signatures in question.

Personality

Personality

Suraj Patel talks about his debate performance and why this is his year

His poll numbers have improved recently, indicating he might have a shot in the 12th Congressional District.

New York State

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Hochul’s NYPA nominee gave to Republicans and opposes the Build Public Renewables Act

Climate activists and progressive lawmakers are trying to rally opposition before the state Senate votes.

New York City

Politics

Bay Ridge isn’t as conservative as you might think

Democrats have had success recently in the Brooklyn neighborhood – and will play a key role in NY-11.