Politicians in New York and nationwide remember Jesse Jackson
Political leaders nationwide are paying tribute to Rev. Jesse Jackson and remembering him not only for his trailblazing…
Can two women lead New York? Hochul and Adams say ‘Yes’
Gov. Kathy Hochul has selected Adrienne Adams, New York City’s first Black woman City Council speaker, as her…
Brooklyn projects to get much-needed $26.3 million federal boost
Democratic New York senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Charles E. Schumer announced that more than $26 million in federal…
Mamdani backs housing project for formerly-incarcerated patients
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the city has “restarted” plans to build the Just Home supportive housing development on…
What will racial justice look like for NYC Mayor Mamdani?
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has promised to uphold the city’s ideals of racial justice and equity beyond mere political…
Five things to know about newly elected NYC Speaker Julie Menin
The New York City Council has a new speaker: Julie Menin. In ascending to the speakership, Menin replaces…
Hochul proposes mental health first-aid training for all 10th graders
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. New York Gov. Kathy…
Hochul’s State of the State boosts Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park revitalization
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s 2026 State of the State address pointed to investing in Harlem infrastructure, including revitalization plans…
Mayor Eric Adams’ Frequent Foreign Trips Spark Criticism
Mayor Eric Adams has been stepping up his travel game as of late, drawing a huge discourse online.…
Brooklyn Democrats Rally for Unity and Justice
The mayoral election is finished, but the Brooklyn Democratic Party is just getting started backing its candidates and…
“Tish” James Rallies Support in Brooklyn Amid Federal Indictment
New York State Attorney General Letitia “Tish” James addressed her federal indictment for mortgage fraud, prompted by the…
Sen. Kevin Parker fronts Shutdown Relief for NY Federal Workers
Democratic State Sen. Kevin S. Parker has reintroduced two bills in Albany aimed at protecting federal employees in…