New York City
Opinion
Opinion: Don't let politics obscure a health victory in New York
The legacy of former New York City Health Commissioner Ashwin Vasan shows how effective governance can transcend political turbulence.
Budget
The state budget passed at last: What’s in it for NYC?
Mayor Eric Adams’ priorities were funded for the most part.
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
NYC mayoral candidates voted for the state budget this year
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and state Sens. Jessica Ramos and Zellnor Myrie have each voted against state budget bills before, but not in this mayoral election year.
Heard Around Town
Brooklyn County machine backs candidate against Lincoln Restler
Sabrina Gates snagged a spot on the Democratic primary ballot at the last minute to challenge the lefty reformer who represents North Brooklyn.
New York City Council
Endorsements in the 2025 New York City comptroller race
On whom to crown top wonk, the city’s power brokers are divided.
Heard Around Town
Alvin Bragg’s campaign touts poll showing most New Yorkers are concerned about crime, but don’t blame him
The poll commissioned by the Manhattan district attorney’s campaign put him far ahead of his Democratic primary opponent.
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
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Endorsements in the 2025 New York City mayoral race
Labor unions, political clubs and power brokers. Stay up to date on which mayoral candidates are getting the coveted endorsements for 2025.
Personality
2025 Met Gala: Photos of New York’s political trendsetters
Two New York City mayoral candidates hit the red carpet.
Editor's Note
Editor’s note: Advocates want Andy Byford to lead Penn Station’s redevelopment
But no one’s saying whether that’s a remote possibility.
Interviews & Profiles
Zohran Mamdani is trying to build a new NYC Democratic primary coalition
Can the 33-year-old surprise breakout candidate unite Muslim and South Asian voters, young leftists and even convince some former Eric Adams supporters?
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
Are mayoral candidates getting serious about Chinese American voters?
Chinese American voter turnout spiked in 2021. The growing population could play a role in 2025 – if campaigns engage them.
New York City
Zohran Mamdani to hold first major rally of 2025 New York City mayoral race
Just don’t count on getting in if you’re not already a supporter.
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Interviews & Profiles
New York Historical prepares to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday
Louise Mirrer, president and CEO of New York City’s oldest museum, discusses new exhibits in a recent interview.
Budget
Eric Adams’ ‘best budget ever’ by the numbers
The mayor released his $115 billion budget proposal with much pomp.
Sponsored Content
UPSTREAM2025 leads discussion on growing NYC affordable housing and ending homelessness
The annual event, now in its third year, gathered public officials and experts to explore groundbreaking policies that will lead to solutions to the city’s affordable housing crisis.
Albany Agenda
Proposed law would let City Council remove NYC mayor
Currently, the governor has the power to remove the mayor, but the City Council does not.
Personality
In New York politics, Lorde Summer is just beginning
On social media, city government and local politicians are embracing her new music video.
Nonprofits
NYC Education Department partners with film festival to educate students about disability and filmmaking
The city Department of Education is working with ReelAbilities, a film festival dedicated to promoting the inclusion of the disabled community.
New York City
Frank Morano prevails in Staten Island special election for NYC Council
The Republican radio host will finish out former Minority Leader Joe Borelli’s term.
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
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Here’s who’s running for New York City mayor in 2025
Get to know the candidates in a wide, weird and unsettled field.
