New York City

Politics

Eric Adams wants to “Get Stuff Done.” What stuff?

A close look at the core objectives among his endless policy ideas, as the mayor-elect enters his first year in office.

New York City

Politics

The CCRB just got a little more powerful

A bill passed by the City Council will allow the police watchdog to initiate its own investigations.

New York State

Politics

In Eric Adams’ administration, cryptocurrency industry sees an opening

With regulatory powers at the state and federal levels, engaging other levels of government remains a challenge.

New York City

Politics

NYC gives noncitizens the right to vote. Here’s what comes next.

As the City Council passed a historic voting rights bill, its advocates are looking to ensure its successful implementation.

New York City

Politics

21 in ’21, others, blast Eric Adams’ support for male speaker candidate

As the City Council speaker race reaches its final leg, some lament the lack of a female finalist.

Education

Policy

Can David Banks lead NYC schools out of the pandemic?

New York City Mayor-elect Eric Adams is set to announce David Banks as his pick for Schools Chancellor on Thursday.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

2021 New York City general election results

Eric Adams will be the next mayor of New York, and Republicans did better than expected.

New York City

Politics

Progressive groups say GOP members shouldn’t choose the NYC Council speaker

The new five member Republican caucus is expected to be influential in the vote – and possibly decisive. Ten organizations want to prevent that.

Technology

Policy

5 ways Eric Adams could revamp how NYC uses tech

Adams has championed New York City as a home for tech companies. Can he make his own city’s technology work?

Ask the Experts

Policy

New York City is set for a major expansion of voting rights. Here’s what you need to know.

The City Council will vote next month on a bill that would allow more than 800,000 immigrants to vote in municipal elections.

Campaign Confidential

Politics

Gale Brewer is late to the City Council speaker race. Is she worth the wait?

The outgoing Manhattan borough president is hoping a wealth of experience will appeal to the new council.

Campaign Confidential

Politics

Can another Adams lead New York City?

Adrienne Adams is making her case for City Council speaker, but she’s got some catching up to do.

New York City

Politics

It was a good year for electing women to the New York City Council – including Republican women

The New York City Council’s new female majority looks like it’ll include three Republican women, two of whom flipped Democratic seats.

Technology

Policy

Will New York pull the plug on Bitcoin mining?

The state blocked two new power plants for not aligning with new climate goals, and environmentalists hope cryptocurrency mining plants will get the boot next.

Health Care

Policy

New York City’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate draws predictable 11th hour ire

City union leaders stage protests and warn of worker shortages ahead of the requirement going into effect on Friday.

Campaign Confidential

Politics

Can Francisco Moya play catch-up in the speaker race?

The Queens lawmaker hopes his experience in government, relationship with Eric Adams and ties to labor will pay off in the hotly contested race for City Council speaker.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Adams and Sliwa face off in last mayoral debate

The two candidates have one last chance to make their cases in a lopsided contest.

New York City

Politics

Taxi drivers’ hunger strike hits its seventh day

A group of protesters hope the action will force a new plan from City Hall to help them pay off what they owe on medallion loans.