Live blog: Somos 2026
Live blog: Somos 2026
The latest from this year’s conference in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
PoliticsShow All
News & Politics
Mamdani’s victory lap: ‘Foot on the gas, this is the moment’
With major wins across the state and country, the New York City mayor said it’s no time for the Democratic party’s left flank to slow down.
2026 New York state elections
Where do all the key New York state legislative races stand?
We’ve been closely watching these contests all election season. Here are the districts that flipped, and others that are too close to call.
2026 congressional midterm elections
Constantino declares victory in NY-21
The Republican is set to hold Rep.Elise Stefanik’s seat for the party, in a race that became surprisingly competitive.
2026 New York state elections
Democrats sweep local races in southern Brooklyn
Four competitive state legislative seats in southern Brooklyn went to Democrats, even as the Brooklyn Democratic Party is mired in a civil war.
PolicyShow All
Policy
Mark Levine’s office is almost done registering those delayed early childhood education contracts
The New York City comptroller’s office has been working overtime after delayed payments to 2-K and 3-K providers threatened their ability to open earlier this year.
Policy
New York pols are pushing bills about Puerto Rico
Some issues to think about, if you’re heading to Somos.
New York City
Mamdani’s Office of Community Safety makes the case for its own existence to the City Council
The new office may be intentionally separate from the police, but Commissioner Ayesha Delany-Brumsey said they’re in constant communication with the NYPD.
New York City
Free buses? Julie Menin and Shaun Abreu prefer Fair Fares
At a City & State event, City Council Speaker Julie Menin and Majority Leader Shaun Abreu suggested expanding eligibility to Fair Fares is the best way to tackle transit affordability.
PersonalityShow All
Personality
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Somos
A Q&A with Karines Reyes on the future of the conference and the difficult circumstances facing Puerto Rico.
Personality
Talker-in-chief: New York politicians have no shortage of memorable quotes
From Mario Cuomo to Fiorello La Guardia, here are some lines from speeches that are still being cited today.
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Trailblazers
The 2026 Trailblazers in Economic Development
Notable New Yorkers who are in the business of creating jobs
Who's Who
The 2026 Who’s Who in Professional & Advisory Services
Notable leaders who have specialized knowledge and strategic insights
OpinionShow All
Opinion
Opinion: Time for a change in Southeast Queens
The aggressive enforcement of busways in Downtown Jamaica is making the area less accessible and hurting local businesses.
New York State
Opinion: What was Hochul thinking?
Making sense of the governor’s decision to support Trump’s education tax credit
Opinion
Opinion: Privately owned public spaces should actually benefit the public
Property owners agreed to create public plazas and lobbies in exchange for zoning concessions, but many of these spaces remain uninviting or inaccessible.
Editor's Note
Editor’s note: Finding – and teaching – America’s Next Top City Council Member
The new We the People Fellowship is looking for potential 2029 candidates.
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Opinion
Opinion: Data must lead the way toward universal childcare
The Mamdani administration needs to look at supply and demand to guide every dollar spent on 2-K.
Artificial Intelligence
Opinion: Taxing AI labor to protect the future of work
If payroll taxes decline, governments will need a way to keep revenues steady.
NYN Media
Janos Marton is taking Dream.org into its AI advocacy era
After being promoted to CEO, Marton spoke to City & State about his priorities for the organization ahead of the midterm elections.
Opinion
Opinion: On food assistance, we’re flying blind
New York City needs to track exactly who is at risk of losing SNAP benefits and who has already fallen off the rolls to determine where help is most needed.
