2024 presidential election

News & Politics

Siena poll shows suburbs leaning toward Harris and Democrats

The results of the latest Siena College state poll show Vice President Kamala Harris has a slight edge over former President Donald Trump outside of New York City – a reversal from last month.

Cryptocurrency

What the presidential election could mean for cryptocurrency mining in New York

Donald Trump has promised to expand cryptocurrency mining. Kamala Harris hasn’t taken a position on the issue but has made overtures to the cryptocurrency industry.

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The fate of the state’s abandoned oil wells may depend on the presidential election

The next president could determine whether the state receives federal money to fix Western New York’s abandoned oil wells.

2024 presidential election

Democrats welcome Trump to NY, just maybe not MSG

The former president is planning his third New York campaign rally of the cycle at Madison Square Garden on Oct. 27

Heard Around Town

Paterson puts Trump on notice

At an NAACP lunch in the Bronx, the former governor signaled his doubts about the former president's chances to win another term.

Commentary

Commentary: What will be this year’s ‘October Surprise’?

As Halloween approaches, elected leaders and political campaigns are spooked about the potential of new revelations to alter the presidential race.

News & Politics

Poll: New Yorkers view Trump more favorably than Hochul

The latest Siena College poll has the worst polling numbers yet for Gov. Kathy Hochul.

News & Politics

Brooklyn Dems host breakfast to support Harris/Walz ticket

Despite a number of high-profile no-shows, the mood in Brooklyn was buoyant.

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Here’s where New York politicos are watching tonight’s debate

The Working Families Party, local political clubs and elected officials are hosting debate watch parties across the state.

Opinion

Opinion: Kamala Harris, Shirley Chisholm and Caribbean Americans’ dreams of change

Harris’ campaign will inspire young Black girls across the country to follow their dreams, just as Chisholm's 1972 presidential run inspired us.

DNC

Adrienne Adams said Democrats found their spark with Kamala Harris

The City Council speaker also discussed an upcoming hearing on the nomination of Randy Mastro for corporation counsel.

DNC

Hakeem Jeffries says Democrats have to ‘run through the finish line’

There may be a lot of enthusiasm at the DNC, but the House minority leader said the election will still be close in November.

DNC

Keith Powers excited by Harris-Walz enthusiasm at DNC

He talked about his convention experience so far, his Manhattan borough president campaign and more.

DNC

As DNC kicks off, New York’s political leaders take center stage

Gov. Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams, labor leaders and more are attending the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

2024 New York congressional battleground

Will Harris and Trump’s running mate picks shake up competitive House races?

Democrats are enthusiastic about Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, while Republicans see JD Vance as a distraction.

Heard Around Town

Kamala Harris VP pick sparks war of words between Jay Jacobs and Bruce Blakeman

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Nassau County Democratic Party Chair Jay Jacobs issued dueling statements after Blakeman accused Vice President Kamala Harris of antisemitism.