Twenty years ago, the City Hall newspaper was launched, providing in-depth coverage of New York City politics and government. A sister publication, The Capitol, began publishing a couple years later. The two publications, which have since merged into City & State, filled a void in coverage and quickly caught on with political insiders and policy wonks across New York. An early feature was the popular 40 Under 40 Rising Stars list, which paved the way for the dozens of lists City & State now produces each year.
Read more The 2026 Trailblazers in Higher Education
To mark City & State’s 20th anniversary, we’re introducing a new list: Tomorrow’s Leaders. Written in partnership with journalist Aaron Short, this feature puts a spotlight on up-and-coming individuals who will be taking on more and more responsibility over the next two decades. The list features young and mid-level players in our space who have room to grow, including standout figures at nonprofit and for-profit organizations, industry groups, healthcare providers, consulting firms and much more.
Read more This week’s biggest Winners & Losers