Andrew Cuomo

Politics

Roger Stone’s conviction, Peter King’s retirement, National Grid’s dilemma

Trump loyalist Roger Stone was convicted, Rep. Peter King announced his retirement and Gov. Andrew Cuomo went after National Grid.

New York City

Politics

De Blasio’s history of campaign finance scandals

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio is no stranger to fundraising scandals, even if the allegations never fully stick, and last week saw fresh headlines relating to some of them. Here is a rundown of the times de Blasio’s fundraising has gotten him into hot water.

New York City

Personality

Apolitical Army vet Loree Sutton on jumping into the mayor’s race

The commissioner-turned-candidate says she’ll shake things up with bipartisanship, listening.

New York City

Politics

Which promises will Bill de Blasio leave unkept?

Many of the New York City mayor’s proposals haven’t come to pass, these are the least likely.

New York City

Politics

The Wednesday that could change New York City

From biker safety to animal rights to commercial waste, the City Council’s agenda is packed with groundbreaking legislation.

New York City

Policy

Andy King’s checkered past

The New York City Councilman’s questionable ethics date back to at least 2013.

Bill de Blasio

Politics

Joe Borelli fights for the silent minority in public advocate debate

New York City Councilman Joe Borelli, the Republican nominee for public advocate, showed in Tuesday night’s debate with incumbent Jumaane Williams that he is fighting for New Yorkers “who aren't out there protesting” – the silent minority of conservatives in his city.

New York State

Policy

Clearing the way for MWBEs

Lawmakers made it easier to give contracts to businesses owned by women and minorities. Will it work?

New York City

Politics

The least powerful man in New York

Bill de Blasio promised to end inequality. He didn’t. But a mayor never could.

New York State

Politics

Milking the school lunch issue

Upstate lawmakers complain about a proposed ban on flavored milk in NYC schools.

New York City

Policy

Are Meatless Mondays healthy?

The options may not be inherently healthier, but are part of a more nutritious program.

Bill de Blasio

Politics

De Blasio drops out

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio is dropping out of the presidential race, ending his bid for the Democratic nomination that failed to earn even a bare minimum of enthusiasm.