The NYC Council passed a $10k bonus for paraprofessionals. Will the mayor sign it?
Even if he doesn’t, the council has the votes needed to override the mayor’s veto.
New York City Council votes to give themselves and other electeds an 18% raise
The City Council, citywide officials and borough presidents will receive their first pay increase since 2016.
Cait Conley fears Trump’s cartel focus could create a national security blind spot
The NY-17 Democratic nominee questioned the administration’s planning for Iran and said she would seek a seat on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, if elected.
Siffert, Martinez win tight Assembly races after recounts
Poised for November wins, attorney David Siffert would be New York’s first nonbinary state legislator as Patrick Martinez continues the Crowley dynasty.
Blakeman fundraising numbers much lower than he initially touted
A top campaign official said the GOP gubernatorial candidate had raised $11 million. His filings show that number was off by millions. His campaign stands by it.
Mamdani raises $304,000 in first reelection filing
The New York City mayor plans on opting out of the public funding program in 2029 after bringing in big contributions.
Aging leaders celebrate new funding amid demographic boom
As New York’s senior population grows, DFTA Commissioner Lisa Scott-McKenzie said providers need to think beyond the pasta.
Horse carriage ban sponsor Chris Marte is having a moment
A Q&A with the the lower Manhattan council member who’s in the middle of two major legislative battles, regulating horses and home health aides.
Opinion: It’s time to end horse-drawn carriages in New York City
After crashes, deaths and chaos, the City Council must pass Romanch’s Law.