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William Diep
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Iwen Chu: ‘I didn’t just start two years ago, I started 20 years ago.’
The first Asian American woman elected to the state Senate was defeated after just one term. She’s unsure if she’ll run again.
- By William Diep
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Danny O’Donnell on retirement: ‘I don’t think people should have these jobs for life.’
The first out gay man to serve in the New York Assembly is stepping down.
- By William Diep
News & Politics
Politics
NYC officials and agencies are migrating to Bluesky
Some are tired of Elon Musk. Others say they’re following their constituents.
- By William Diep
Heard Around Town
Politics
Brooklyn BP Antonio Reynoso’s repeat challenger hasn’t slouched in fundraising
Khari Edwards is back for round two.
- By William Diep and Annie McDonough
New York State
Politics
Gillibrand, Hochul proud of senator’s win
The incumbent coasted to reelection over Republican Mike Sapraicone.
- By William Diep
News & Politics
Politics
With a well-funded former Missouri lawmaker in the mix, Upper East Side council race is shaping up to be pricey
Rachel Storch just became the first City Council candidate to opt out of the city’s public matching funds program.
- By William Diep
New York City
Personality
New York City officials plan to take on the marathon
They’ll be running 26.2 miles across all five boroughs.
- By William Diep
Personality
Politics
5 things to know about NYC’s new Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Chauncey Parker
The former prosecutor replaces scandal-scarred former Deputy Mayor Phil Banks.
- By William Diep
New York City
Personality
5 things to know about First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer
The longtime bureaucrat has been elevated to add some steady leadership during a time of crisis in the Eric Adams administration.
- By William Diep and Holly Pretsky
News & Politics
Politics
NY state attorney general sues TikTok
The lawsuit accuses TikTok’s parent company of misleading the public about the app’s harmful effects on youth mental health.
- By William Diep
Personality
Politics
5 things to know about DOI Commish Jocelyn Strauber
She was appointed by New York City Mayor Eric Adams, and she quickly became a formidable watchdog.
- By William Diep
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Policy
Policy
NYC residents will vote on these 6 ballot proposals in November
One statewide proposal and five citywide proposals come to your ballot with a fair bit of baggage.
- By William Diep
Kathy Hochul
Politics
Who’s who in Kathy Hochul’s administration?
Here are some of the insiders the governor has appointed to run the state.
- By William Diep, Amanda Salazar and Austin C. Jefferson