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Bronx Democrats rally behind Zohran

“You can’t find a person in this crowd that has had unilateral ascent on anything, so we shouldn’t look for that. We should look for commonality,” Bronx Dems Chair Jamaal Bailey said.

News & Politics

State Legislature in store for some major reshuffling

Retirements and local electoral wins could reshape the Democratic makeup of the 2027 state legislative class.

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Canadian tourists aren’t crossing the border to visit NY amid Trump tensions

“We love you. It wasn’t us, it was him,” Gov. Kathy Hochul told our northern neighbors.

Immigration

New York’s consulates bring in the world

Consuls provide passports and tourist visas, while blending advocacy and, oftentimes, gentle diplomacy to further a nation’s domestic and foreign interests.

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Stefanik attends clambake fundraiser ahead of potential run for governor

The Republican congressional representative criticized Hochul over her opposition to fracking.

Rikers Island

Updated

A timeline on the closure of Rikers Island

The jails system will be turned over to federal control.

Albany Agenda

Hochul officially shifts into campaign mode

Gov. Kathy Hochul is out with her first reelection ad, which pits her squarely against President Donald Trump.

2025 New York City Mayoral Election

At least a dozen PACs are looking to spend on the NYC mayoral race

Pro-Cuomo, pro-Mamdani, anti-anyone but Jim Walden? There’s a committee for pretty much everyone.

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Oberacker to challenge Riley in NY-19

The Republican state senator informed local GOP leaders of his plan to run against swing seat Democratic Rep. Josh Riley.

News & Politics

Indictment: For home renovations, a TV cameo, catering and cash, Ingrid Lewis-Martin traded her influence

The former chief adviser to Eric Adams and the “Lioness of City Hall” was charged with corruption again on Thursday.

News & Politics

Updated

Eric Adams’ son made a zombie rap film with Argento son

Tony and Gina Argento were indicted by the Manhattan district attorney Thursday. Their son and nephew Tony has an artistic relationship with Jordan Coleman.

News & Politics

No, Hochul can’t stop Trump from taking control of the state National Guard

The governor has no legal pathway to stop Trump from federalizing the New York National Guard or countermanding orders that he gives to the state’s National Guard troops.

Heard Around Town

Jim Walden’s ‘drop-out challenge’ could have a snag (other than huge egos)

There is pressure to consolidate the field to beat Zohran Mamdani, but dropping out of the race could be expensive for candidates who have accepted public matching funds.

Heard Around Town

Cuomo campaign distances itself from right-wing ‘memelord’

A professional meme creator claimed to be making them for Andrew Cuomo. The campaign quickly said ‘He’s not with us’

Interviews & Profiles

How the WFP held their NYC mayoral primary slate together

Co-Directors Ana María Archila and Jasmine Gripper courted Adrienne Adams, sidelined Jessica Ramos, and pushed and pushed for a cross endorsement.