Heard Around Town
Politics
Adams finally endorses Hochul, but seems to be staying out of the race for lieutenant governor
The mayor may be torn between supporting Antonio Delgado and his former colleague Diana Reyna.
Politics
Politics
Lieutenant governor candidates debate the nature of the role and taking on the governor
In the lone debate with all three candidates, gun control, money in politics and abortion were among the wide-ranging topics.
New York City
Policy
Adams offers comprehensive affordable housing plan
The New York City mayor’s approach includes solutions for homelessness, promotes home ownership and improves support for NYCHA, but is short on metrics and numerical goals.
Policy
Policy
Adrienne Adams’ City Council passes its first budget
The $101.1 billion spending plan was approved late at night, with some opposition – and possible retribution.
Heard Around Town
Updated
Politics
Punishment? Council members didn’t get credit for additional discretionary funds in NYC budget
Seven members had their names pulled from a $41.6 million pot Speaker Adrienne Adams has for pet projects.
Eric Adams
Politics
New York’s Black leaders on Eric Adams’ first five months
We solicited takes on the mayor who tops our Power of Diversity: Black 100 list.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Adams endorses county backed challenger for district leader in Brooklyn
The mayor is backing Renee Collymore, an ally of party leader Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, over incumbent Shaquana Boykin.
New York City
Politics
Mayor Eric Adams and City Council strike $101 billion budget deal
Citing funding for some of the City Council’s priorities, Speaker Adrienne Adams called the deal an “unprecedented outcome”
Heard Around Town
Politics
Carolyn Maloney WAS endorsed by Carlina Rivera. Then things changed.
The primary between Reps. Carolyn Maloney and Jerry Nadler has put endorsers in an awkward spot – and left campaigns scrambling.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Antonio Delgado has a new constituency
A Q&A with the new lieutenant governor, campaigning in Harlem.
Personality
LGBTQ political clubs are a nexus of organizing power in New York City
We sat down with the leaders of four clubs to discuss their goals – and shortcomings.
Politics
Politics
Is Suozzi’s ethics scandal an ethics scandal?
The candidate for governor also criticized incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul for handing out rebate checks ahead of the primary, among other potential ethical issues.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Antonio Delgado releases first TV ad, a month ahead of the primary
The new lieutenant governor is relying on video, while avoiding forums and debates.
Politics
Politics
The New York City Council failed to pass a bill. What happened?
Progressives opposed to boosting police pensions voted down a bill for the first time in years.
New York City
Policy
NYC to Albany: We’re ready for 24/7 speed cameras
The City Council reached a deal with state lawmakers, marking a minor victory for Mayor Eric Adams.
Heard Around Town
Politics
New York was worried about an undercount in the census. Turns out, there was an overcount.
Former NYC Census 2020 Director said: “It was absolutely a success. We clearly got everyone counted!”
Politics
Politics
Sources: Scott Stringer plans to run for state Senate
The former New York City comptroller could make a political comeback in an open West Side seat.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Dan Goldman, former House impeachment counsel, considering a run for Congress in open seat
Bill de Blasio is eyeing the now-open NY-10 seat, among other high profile names.
Politics
Politics
Adams heads to Albany for a late push on his priorities
Extending mayoral control, getting more speed cameras, haven’t been as easy as the New York City mayor expected.
Politics
Politics