2025 New York City Mayoral Election

Politics

Could Eric Adams actually switch political parties? Here’s how it would work.

The Democratic New York City mayor was previously a registered Republican. Asked about whether he would go back to the GOP on Friday, Adams initially didn’t rule it out.

News & Politics

Politics

What makes a state legislator run for City Council?

It’s not just about the two-and-a-half hour commute to Albany – though that’s definitely a factor.

New York City

Policy

Day two of 2024 NYCETC conference discusses actionable change for workforce development

The event wrapped up with opening remarks from the organization’s CEO Gregory Morris, Doe Fund CEO Jennifer Mitchell and NYSERDA Workforce Project Manager Beth Offenbacker.

Heard Around Town

Politics

A tiny battle is brewing to be the next NYC Council minority leader

There are five members who could return after Joe Borelli is out – and at least two are thinking about the post.

LGBTQ+

Opinion

Editor’s note: The American LGBTQ+ Museum breaks ground on a well-deserved home in New York City

A who’s who of local and state politics joined Gov. Kathy Hochul for the historic moment at the New York Historical Society.

Opinion

Opinion

Opinion: CFB should not give another dime to Adams campaign

While the Campaign Finance Board and federal prosecutors investigate allegations of illegal contributions to Mayor Eric Adams, his reelection campaign must be denied public matching funds.

Policy

Policy

Day one of 2024 NYCETC workforce agenda conference addresses policy pathways for career development

The two-day event kicked off with opening remarks from the organization's CEO Gregory Morris, Hot Bread Kitchen CEO Leslie Abbey and City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams.

Opinion

Opinion

Opinion: The emperor has new clothes

Mayor Eric Adams shuffled his top managers and came up with three aces. Can he still trump his critics and a growing legion of challengers?

New York City

Politics

Which New York City mayoral candidate will earn the ‘bus mayor’ jacket?

Half a dozen candidates weighed in on public transit issues Monday at a forum hosted by Riders Alliance.

New York City Council

Policy

Jennifer Gutiérrez wants to resurrect the Internet Master Plan

The Brooklyn progressive told City & State she’s not confident in the mayor’s approach to internet access.

Heard Around Town

Politics

Adams on his legal woes: ‘This is terrifying for an American to go through’

After Damian Williams officially announced his resignation, the New York City mayor was pretty candid about what it felt like to be subject to Williams’ scrutiny.

Editor's Note

Opinion

Editor’s note: It’s too late to bring the SS United States to New York City

The famed ocean liner is destined to become the world’s largest artificial reef off the coast of Florida.

News & Politics

Politics

NYC officials and agencies are migrating to Bluesky

Some are tired of Elon Musk. Others say they’re following their constituents.

New York City Council

Politics

Justin Brannan is backing his chief counsel for his City Council seat

Kayla Santosuosso, the new president of the Bay Ridge Democrats, cites her ties to the Arab American community as important to her work.

New York City

Politics

Step aside governors, Hakeem Jeffries is ready to take the Democratic mantle

He’ll be on the front lines crafting the party’s messaging and fighting the Trump agenda in Washington, D.C.