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Did Eric Adams already own cryptocurrency last year?

The NYC mayor released his 2021 tax return, which suggests he might have owned Bitcoin before converting his paychecks this year.

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NY-19 – or the one where Marc Molinaro doesn’t have it in the bag

The Republican county exec initially had reason for optimism to prevail over newcomer Josh Riley. That’s changed.

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It's one of the most competitive congressional races in the country. Does anyone know the candidates?

In New York’s newly drawn 22nd Congressional District, two relative political newcomers battle for the fate of the House.

New York City

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The Yankees and Mets lobbying lineups

On the field, they want to win. In local government, the baseball teams have their own agendas

New York City

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Hochul wants fed to “take ownership” of NYC’s migrant crisis

The governor passed on Mayor Eric Adams’ request for additional financial assistance from the state, noting the city isn’t cash strapped while taking in asylum-seekers.

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Health care coalition rallying against Lee Zeldin on abortion rights stance

In an open letter, health care professionals and advocates urge New Yorkers to elect a governor committed to protecting the right to choose. They claim Zeldin fails to fit that mold.

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Politics

On Long Island, four congressional races test the fate of both parties

The swing districts are seen as proving grounds for who will control the House of Representatives.

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In a terrifying shooting, a political opportunity for Lee Zeldin

The Republican gubernatorial candidate has centered his campaign around crime, and his family just experienced the clearest possible illustration of the problem.

New York State

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Who are the Republican candidates running for statewide office?

New York’s GOP candidates include a political news commentator, a financial expert and a former New York City Police Department official.

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Zeldin takes risky bet on governor’s race

Observers, including Republicans, doubt he can secure a winning coalition of independents and moderate Democrats to beat Kathy Hochul.

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Bronx rezoning gets the go-ahead from local council member

Is member deference over? Marjorie Velázquez didn’t want to find out.