Which New York sports team owners are the most politically influential?
It’s not just about wins and losses.
Does a late state budget really mean a less productive legislative session?
An analysis by City & State suggests it doesn’t.
In case you didn’t know, Kathy Hochul really loves the Bills
Her hometown team is a core part of the governor’s political identity.
Trans New Yorkers largely left wanting after the state budget
The spending plan didn’t include any new funding for gender-affirming care access, and a recent announcement from the governor has only left advocates more confused.
The 2026 Who’s Who in Sports
Notable New Yorkers at the intersection of athletics and politics
Blakeman to attend Game 3 of NBA Finals with Trump
The Republican gubernatorial candidate plans to cheer on the Knicks at MSG with the president – and Mayor Zohran Mamdani has tickets to the game too.
Adam Bojak wants to give DSA a foothold in western NY
The Buffalo attorney is running for Assembly in District 149 after a failed run in 2020.
Opinion: You can’t solve a mental health crisis without a workforce
Federal student loan policies are creating new barriers to entry for students who want to become social workers, jeopardizing New York’s mental health programs.
Opinion: Require all New York employers to offer paid family leave
New York lawmakers can end the carveout that excludes teaching professionals at non-profits from paid family leave, and they must act now.
Hochul to select man she granted clemency to help oversee state prisons
Alexander Dockery’s nomination is one of a number the state Senate will need to vote on before session ends.