New York City

Opinion

Opinion: Striking at the second homers

With the pied-à-terre tax, democratic socialism begins its turn in the spotlight.

Policy

Council considers options after Mamdani vetoes buffer zone bill

The bill initially passed the City Council with 30 votes but 34 votes are needed to override the mayor’s veto.

Editor's Note

Editor’s note: When an arrest can help

Council Member Chi Ossé got roughed up by the cops this week, boosting awareness of deed theft – and his own profile.

Heard Around Town

And just like that, Eric Adams’ last PMMR is out

The Preliminary Mayor’s Management Report evaluates city agency performance.

News & Politics

Menin warns against potential Mamdani veto of buffer zone bill

Three of the city’s most prominent Jewish elected officials convened Wednesday for a discussion at the 92nd Street Y.

Opinion

Opinion: Extreme storms are flooding New York City, but there’s a solution

The Rain Ready New York Act would give municipalities the tools they need to manage stormwater flooding.

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Heard Around Town

Chi Ossé arrested after protesting deed theft

After the New York City Council member was forced to the ground and handcuffed by several officers, he called for state and city action to prevent real estate speculators from preying on his constituents.

Policy

Report: Gig work has become a full-time, closely monitored gig

A new report by the Community Service Society is calling for state-level protections for gig workers from algorithmic management.

Personality

Getting ‘jazzed’ telling New Yorkers about city jobs on social media

An interview with Yume Kitasei, the commissioner of the New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services.

New York City Council

A not-so-easy first 100 days for NYC Council Speaker Julie Menin

One member got raided, another is suing, a staffer got nabbed by ICE and budget negotiations are anything but smooth. Welcome to council leadership in 2026.

Campaigns & Elections

Rajkumar challenger sues to kick her off ballot, alleging petition fraud

DSA-backed David Orkin said he started digging after finding his own campaign volunteer’s signature on the Queens Democrat’s petitions.