Politics
Politics
How partisan politics have changed the atmosphere of the New York City Council
Council members, once known for their reputation for getting along, have shown more partisanship and rancor over the past year.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
‘I had to hear it at least seven times.’ It’s recruitment season for NYC Council
And current City Council members are reminiscing about deciding to run.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Races to watch in 2023 for the New York City Council
A way-too-early preview of some of the hottest primaries.
Heard Around Town
Politics
NYC politicians back nurses on first day of strike
Over 7,000 nurses walked off the job at Mount Sinai and Montefiore Monday
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Council race in new majority Asian American district heats up
New York City’s redistricting process created a new majority Asian American district in Brooklyn, and three first-time candidates are off to the races already.
Policy
Policy
Zoning fights may become political liabilities in upcoming 2023 NYC Council primaries
Everyone is talking about building new housing. With rezonings under the microscope, will development sway City Council elections?
Heard Around Town
Politics
NYC leaders acknowledge 22% increase in overall crime, while pointing to signs of progress
Year-end data from the NYPD reports that homicides and shootings declined in 2022. Leaders say the last three months of the year pointed to even more promising signs ahead.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Top Black electeds met to talk about crime, but they don’t have much to say yet
Rev. Al Sharpton brought some of New York’s leaders together for a closed door discussion.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Minimum wage proposal for NYC app-based food delivery workers raises concerns
The data backing minimum pay rules has several red flags and needs a closer look to ensure workers’ interests are fairly represented.
News & Politics
Politics
'New York has done its share,' Eric Adams says on migrant crisis
The mayor is making direct calls for action from the federal government to address the influx of asylum seekers, many of whom have landed in New York City.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Survey: Asian American community members want diverse and integrated schools
A Coalition for Asian American Children and Families report found positive interest in school integration within the AAPI community.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg has had a few good weeks
Bragg talked discovery reform, mental health and targeting gun crimes.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Housing Works opens New York’s first recreational marijuana dispensary
Proceeds go towards helping the nonprofit fulfill its mission. Here’s everything you need to know.
New York City
Policy
How to buy weed legally in New York
The first dispensary selling recreational use marijuana in the state has opened in Manhattan. Here’s everything you need to know.
Politics
Politics
Lying isn’t a crime, so will George Santos face any consequences?
The Long Island Republican is set to take his seat in Congress next week, despite fabricating his entire resume.
New York City
Policy
New York City government lifts residency requirements for some lawyer positions amid shortage
Certain attorneys have been added to a list of hard-to-recruit civil service titles that are exempt from the city’s residency requirements.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: New York finally has momentum on housing and it’s time for a breakthrough
We need a comprehensive statewide strategy that sets clear expectations for where and how much we need to build.
New York City
Politics
What’s Eric Adams’ plan for Albany in 2023?
Last year’s state legislative session was a mixed bag for the New York City mayor. Jan. 1 gives an opportunity for a better session.
News & Politics
Politics
With asylum-seekers in the spotlight, mayor and council battle over city finances
New York City Council members responded with outrage over the mayor’s requests to fork over discretionary funding.
Opinion
Opinion