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A look at NYPD First Deputy Commissioner Tania Kinsella’s complaint history

Several complaints against the newly promoted deputy commissioner have been dismissed. None have been substantiated.

NYPD

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Edward Caban was just promoted to NYPD commissioner. He’ll get a $579 raise.

With more work and now being on the hook for whatever struggles the department may face, he won’t be earning a lot more money.

New York State

Politics

Hochul hauls in big real estate money

A who’s who of developers maxed out their contributions to the governor.

NYPD

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5 things to know about the NYPD’s new police commissioner Edward Caban

He’s the first Latino police commissioner in the city’s history. He’s always been with the NYPD, and his record isn’t completely clean.

Politics

Politics

Edward Caban named NYPD’s first Latino commissioner

A department veteran and Eric Adams loyalist takes over for Keechant Sewell, who stepped down after reportedly being micromanaged by the administration

Energy & Environment

Politics

New York’s green revolution is almost here

With rising costs and an aging electrical grid, can the state hit its ambitious climate goals by 2030?

Heard Around Town

Politics

Challengers soar past George Santos in fundraising

The embattled incumbent Congress member is being outraised by Democratic challengers and a Republican vying for the seat.

Housing

Politics

The City Council shot down Eric Adams’ veto on housing vouchers. Now what?

For the first time since the Bloomberg years, the council voted to override a mayoral veto. Council members said a package of bills expanding access to housing vouchers is a crucial step in addressing the housing crisis.

Politics

Politics

Appeals court orders redistricting commission to redraw congressional maps, setting up fight at state’s highest court

In a split decision, a mid-level appellate court ordered the Independent Redistricting Commission to redraw the state’s congressional districts for 2024. Republicans plan to appeal.

New York City

Politics

NYC Council mocks Eric Adams’ housing op-ed with ‘annotated version’

The conflict over a package of City Council bills comes amid continually fraying relations between council leaders and City Hall and on the eve of a likely veto override.

2024 New York congressional battleground

Politics

Who’s running in NY-22?

State Sen. John Mannion and Air Force veteran Sarah Klee Hood are both looking to unseat Republican incumbent Brandon Williams

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Ron DeSantis sets his sights on Hamptons fundraiser

Whether he’ll have support from New York elected officials there remains to be seen.

News & Politics

Politics

Siena poll: New Yorkers are still worried about crime

As Democrats craft their 2024 election strategy, a new Siena College poll found that a majority of New Yorkers are afraid they’ll be the victim of a crime.

Personality

Politics

‘Our district was suffering’: Émilia Decaudin on why she’s challenging Juan Ardila

A socialist running in a very left-leaning district, Decaudin would be the first out trans lawmaker in the state Legislature.

New York State

Politics

Coney Island casino idea draws local opposition

Comments against the idea of a casino in Coney Island outnumbered comments in favor at two community forums organized by Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso.

Homelessness

Politics

Eric Adams touts homelessness progress as veto battle brews with the City Council

The mayor said his action to expand rental assistance has helped hundreds of families. Meanwhile, the City Council prepares for a veto override to expand assistance further.

Politics

Politics

Will putting abortion on the ballot in New York really boost Democratic turnout next year?

Voters will have a chance to approve the Equal Rights Amendment next year. But the state’s recent history of ballot initiatives should give Democrats pause.

Ethics

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Six supporters of Eric Adams' mayoral campaign indicted

The accused allegedly ran a straw donor campaign to win influence in City Hall