News & Politics
Politics
In NY-10 it’s Lander’s progressive relationships versus Goldman’s money
The former comptroller is backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, but the incumbent is committing at least $1 million to get himself reelected.
News & Politics
Politics
DSA is targeting Rep. Adriano Espaillat in NY-13
Darializa Avila Chevalier is a pro-Palestine activist and public defense investigator who is running against the uptown power broker.
News & Politics
Politics
The 2026 NYC congressional primaries to watch
Six races that could transform the delegation.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Striking at the second homers
With the pied-à-terre tax, democratic socialism begins its turn in the spotlight.
Policy
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
Opinion
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
Policy
And just like that, Eric Adams’ last PMMR is out
The Preliminary Mayor’s Management Report evaluates city agency performance.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Frank Carone’s lobbying firm isn’t a lobbying firm anymore
Oaktree has fallen, after Eric Adams left office
News & Politics
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
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.
Heard Around Town
Politics
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
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
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.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s note: Just call the president, since he might pick up
Reporters always have to try their sources.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Eric Adams’ Charter Revision Commission kicks things off at Randy Mastro’s office
A short and sweet meeting for a commission Mayor Zohran Mamdani certainly didn’t ask for.
New York City Council
Politics
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.
Zohran Mamdani
Politics
Zohran Mamdani may not like Eric Adams, but he’s making many of the same choices
The mayor changes. The complex problems facing the city do not.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
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.
Heard Around Town
Politics