New York Court of Appeals upholds a law moving most local elections to even years, stating democratic benefits. Governor Hochul supports it, but some Republicans and local leaders oppose it, citing potential negative impacts.

Manhattan D.A. Alvin L. Bragg, Jr. has been appointed as the new co-chair of Prosecutors Against Gun Violence, aiming to address gun violence nationally.

Despite President Trump declaring the halt of funding for the Gateway Tunnel project, local lawmakers and workers continue to push forward with construction efforts.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced $80 million in funding to support the use of zero-emission vehicles by seven transit providers under the state’s Zero-Emission Transit Transition Program.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the return of Israeli hostages, marking an end to their ordeal. She reflected on the tragedy, emphasized U.S. role in their release, and expressed hope for peace.

The NY Attorney General settled with 8 car insurers for $14.2 million over a data breach affecting over 825,000 New Yorkers. The companies failed to protect consumer data, which was used to file fraudulent unemployment claims.

Governor Hochul signs legislation to cut taxes in half for nearly 100,000 Mitchell-Lama residents in NYC, with implications for local tax relief in Penn South and a broader $4 billion affordability initiative.

NY Attorney General Letitia James' indictment shakes up the NYC mayoral race, with candidates expressing varying reactions from defense to calls for an end to political prosecutions.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams celebrated one year of PATH, a program aiding subway homeless with services, highlighting over 20,100 engagements and reduced crime.

New York Attorney General Letitia James faces federal mortgage fraud charges; she denounces the indictment as politically motivated by President Trump.

NYC Council Member Restler proposes legislation to make the city's outdoor dining permanent, easing the permit process for restaurants and addressing issues like sanitation and street clearance.

New York City leads a coalition of 74 localities opposing the federal deployment of National Guard troops to U.S. cities, challenging it as unnecessary and disruptive to local law enforcement efforts.

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the waiver of application fees for nearly 130 colleges during New York State College Application Month this October, supporting accessibility to higher education.