All 19 NY House Dems — including AOC — back Kathy Hochul for re-election
All 19 House Democratic lawmakers from New York have endorsed Gov. Kathy Hochul’s renomination, following in the footsteps…
How New York’s Court System Intertwines With Party…
At New York Focus, our central mission is to help readers better understand how New York really works.…
Man pardoned in U.S. Capitol riot pleads guilty to threatening Hakeem Jeffries
CLINTON, N.Y. — A New York man accused of threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries pleaded…
AOC touts money for her NYC district in funding bill she voted against, announces plans to train ICE ‘legal observers’
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) touted the approval of $14 million for projects in her New York district included…
Ashby pushes for ICE to return to criminal threats
There’s a push to return U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in New York state to refocus solely…
New York’s big money fight over insurance reforms
It’s a high-dollar campaign to boost the current governor with two of her favorite themes: the Buffalo Bills…
Mental health advocates push for 1% increase in FY27 budget
The agencies that deal with mental health and substance use disorders are facing rising costs. They are also…
Assembly GOP leader Will Barclay won’t run for reelection
New York state Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay will not run for reelection in 2026 and will step…
Hillary Clinton calls for public hearing on Epstein ties as Trump says Bill’s deposition ‘bothers me’
WASHINGTON — Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is demanding a public congressional hearing about her and her…
MTA adds more bus-lane cameras to catch NYC driver scofflaws: ‘Kind of stealing’
The MTA is picking drivers’ pockets again. City motorists could soon be getting soaked with tickets as high…
N.Y. bill would amend Public Service Commission appointments
New York state Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara introduced legislation Thursday that would reform how members are appointed to the…
Advocates press for more funding for supportive housing
Advocates for better access to supportive housing, including nonprofit providers, tenant advocates and key state lawmakers, gathered at…