New York State
Politics
Did the court’s draft maps sufficiently preserve communities of interest?
Some legislators and groups called the new districts unconstitutional in submitted testimony. It’s unclear how their feedback will affect the final lines.
Policy
Policy
Hochul proposes new gun laws, social media crackdowns after mass shooting
The governor announced a series of measures meant to address the spread of white supremacy online and strengthen gun control laws in New York.
Policy
Policy
Election reform legislation moves forward in New York
The state Senate recently passed a series of bills aiming at cleaning up the state’s voting systems.
Politics
Politics
‘Real good energy:’ Eric Adams leaves Albany optimistic about mayoral control
New York City Education Committee Chair John Liu said talks with the mayor were productive.
Politics
Politics
Draft congressional maps cause headaches for Democrats
A Nadler-Maloney matchup and a potential face-off between Bowman and Jones are just a couple of the party’s many problems.
News & Politics
Politics
Exclusive: Chipotle workers file for HERO Act safety committees
A worker and union leaders allege the first attempt to invoke the law went ignored.
New York State
Politics
New York lawmakers mourn Buffalo mass shooting deaths, demand action on white supremacy
State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said that any GOP official who perpetuates the racist ideology that apparently fueled the shooter is not fit to serve.
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Debating the impacts of bail reform
State Sen. Michael Gianaris, Assembly Member Latrice Walker and former Queens prosecutor James Quinn discussed law changes at John Jay College of Criminal Justice Friday.
Politics
Hochul calls for stricter gun laws, social media monitoring in wake of deadly Buffalo mass shooting
The apparently racially-motivated attack left at least 10 dead after the shooter posted a manifesto detailing his plan to target Black New Yorkers
News & Politics
Politics
Abortion funds proposed and primaries come into focus
Rounding up the week’s political news.
Criminal Justice
Policy
Debating the impacts of bail reform
State Sen. Michael Gianaris, Assembly Member Latrice Walker and former Queens prosecutor James Quinn discussed law changes at John Jay College of Criminal Justice Friday.
New York State
Policy
What could still get passed in the New York legislative session?
Protections for tenants, survivors of sexual assault and formerly incarcerated people are all being considered. Eric Adams’ control of New York City schools also hangs in the balance.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
So when are this summer’s primary elections in New York?
Candidates got much needed clarity Wednesday on how and when they’ll appear on the ballot.
New York State
Policy
Voting rights legislation advances in New York
Lawmakers want to expand language access and create a statewide election database among other reforms.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Hochul dedicates $35 million in state money for abortion access
As the Supreme Court moves toward reversing Roe v. Wade, the governor is working to make New York an access state.
Abortion
Policy
Hochul dedicates $35 million in state money for abortion access
As the Supreme Court moves toward reversing Roe v. Wade, the governor is working to make New York an access state.
Abortion
Policy
Letitia James backs proposed abortion care grant program
New legislation would enable the state to give more funds to abortion providers to expand access in the aftermath of the expected Roe v. Wade reversal.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Which Democrats are running for lieutenant governor?
A multi-candidate field is taking shape ahead of the June primary election.
New York State
Politics