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Personality
Personality
These items should’ve gone in Eric Adams’ time capsule
The mayor has a lot of ephemera that’s emblematic of his four years in office.
New York City
Politics
New York political predictions for 2026
Looking ahead to the year’s biggest budget fights and most competitive congressional races.
New York City
Politics
Council Ethics Commitee opts to look into Paladino’s anti-Muslim rhetoric
The council member previously called for the “expulsion of Muslims from western nations.”
Personality
Personality
City Council newbies opt to swear in together
Six incoming members will take the oath on Friday.
New York City
Policy
City Council passes several controversial housing bills, setting up potential veto battle
On Julie Menin’s desk in January: Potential vetoes, new legislation and a union push to preserve staff jobs.
Heard Around Town
Politics
The last stated meeting of 2025 is upon us
The City Council will consider street vending, delivery worker protections and NYPD oversight, among other things.
Personality
Personality
To Jordan Wright, the time to engage young voters is now
The incoming president of the Manhattan Young Democrats reflects on this year’s mayoral race and looks to his second year in the Assembly.
New York City Council
Politics
Paladino slammed for Islamophobic statements
The New York City Council member called for the “expulsion of Muslims from Western nations.” The outgoing speaker called for “disciplinary action.”
News & Politics
Politics
Mamdani releases list of 100 elected allies
The mayor-elect is convening a working group of elected officials. Just as important as who is on it is who isn’t.
New York City
Politics
Keith Powers secures Democratic nomination for Assembly
A special election is slated for early next year.
New York City
Personality
Exit Interview: Francisco Moya achieved his dream of a soccer stadium in Queens
He has also written legislation to help immigrant students and strengthened New York City’s sanctuary protections.
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New York City
Personality
Exit Interview: Brad Lander talks about his immigration work and future political plans
The New York City comptroller served as a check on the Adams administration and a safeguard from the feds.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Epstein endorses Powers for AD 74
The outgoing Assembly member is backing the outgoing City Council member to succeed him in the Manhattan seat.
New York City
Politics
Julie Menin announces she has the support to be the next council speaker
The council member from Manhattan claimed to have 36 votes and the backing of four unions.
Politics
Politics
Menin to announce major support in City Council speaker race
The speaker hopeful is expected to announce endorsements from labor unions including UFT and 32BJ SEIU as well as council members.
New York City
Politics
Mamdani and Trump, affectionately, meet face to face
Just two populist New Yorkers with massive charisma and opposing agendas who seem to get along famously.
Policy
Policy
Here are all the major bills still before the New York City Council
Airbnb, universal daylighting, street vendors and more.
New York City
Politics
Meet the heavyweights leading Mark Levine’s transition team
New York City’s next comptroller is rolling out a team helmed by Henry Garrido and Yvonne Stennett to help him prepare for the citywide role.
News & Politics
Politics
Pro-housing coalition takes a ballot proposals victory lap
The proposals passed with double digit margins and support across the city, a report from Yes on Affordable Housing shows.
