Bruce Blakeman joins Gov. Hochul in support for expanding NY rape law
The Republican gubernatorial candidate and Democratic Gov.
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Speaker Julie Menin Announces New York City Council Will Vote on Romanch’s Law
Full Council will vote October 22 on legislation to ban horse-drawn carriage industry from Central Park NEW YORK – New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin today announced that the Council will vote on Romanch’s Law,…
Wannabe LA mayor Nithya Raman claims she went into a ‘fuge state’ during Karen Bass debate
"Oh, you know, to be honest with you, I'm so sorry but I was in fugue state and I don't remember very much of it at all," mayoral candidate Nithya Raman said.
California given master list of alleged non-American voters in state, given 48-hour ultimatum: feds
The Trump administration has placed California on a 48-hour clock — demanding a review of suspected noncitizen voters or a showdown in court before the midterm elections.
Comptroller Mark Levine not reinvesting NYC’s pension funds in Israel bonds — in stunning campaign pledge reversal
City Comptroller Mark Levine said he’s decided not to reinvest the Big Apple’s pension funds in Israel bonds — a dramatic reversal from a pledge he made during his successful campaign.
Poll Shows Huge Support for Apartments Near Transit As Hochul, Blakeman Debate Housing
A new poll finds overwhelming support for Gov.
Op-ed | Why is the Mamdani administration foiling FOIL?
As a candidate, and immediately after his 2025 electoral victory, Mayor Zohran Mamdani pledged to foster a “culture of transparency” at City Hall – a welcome message, given the corruption and double-dealing that sadly…
California’s homeless problem laid bare as Steve Hilton campaigns at notorious crime-filled park
The Republican candidate argued that the so-called harm reduction programs prolong addiction rather than help people escape it.
Early Addition: Eric Adams did not convince a Wisconsin town to build a data center
Because the vote against it was unanimous, here are your early links: Jacket weather, swishing your Guinness, spooky decorations in North Jersey and more.
Hochul, Blakeman square off in only NY gov debate: Who won and who lost
Gov. Hochul and Bruce Blakeman squared off in the only debate of their hotly contested gubernatorial election -- and Post experts weighed in on who scored big and who didn't.
Nithya Raman dodges LAPD chief deadline question after Karen Bass blasts rival’s flip-flops in fiery LA mayor debate
Nithya Raman was back in the hot seat Tuesday night over her pledge to fire LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell, refusing to say when she’d pull the trigger as a top ally of Mayor Karen Bass blasted her for misleading voters.
Conley, Lawler face off in NY-17 debate: What are the rules?
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Tonight, voters in New York’s 17th District will have a chance to hear directly from the candidates in a hotly contested congressional race.
Fact Check: Can Bruce Blakeman Really Cut Utility Bills in Half?
The GOP candidate for governor has made slashing energy costs a centerpiece of his campaign.
NY Elections, Census, and Redistricting Update Week of 10/13/2026
This week: Brooklyn Democratic Leadership Fight Continues in Court; SCOTUS Clears SAVE Database for States; What Independent Committees Need to Know Before Election Day; Attorney General’s Preclearance Activity; Census:…
New York governor’s race is neck-and-neck as Kathy Hochul and Bruce Blakeman set to debate: poll
When undecided voters were asked which way they were leaning the race spread slightly, but just barely – with the candidates falling within 4 points of each other.
LI Republican accuses Dem opponent of ‘bankrolling’ anti-Israel politicians in race for heavily Jewish district
Long Island GOP Assembly candidate David Hassid targeted Democrat Kim Keiserman over her past donations to Sen.
‘PUTTING MYSELF OUT THERE’: Brooklyn teen artist reimagines fame through queer public art
A 17-year-old Brooklyn artist is taking their face off the screen and onto New York City walls, using a citywide poster campaign to challenge ideas about fame, identity and human connection.
Blakeman tells Harry Styles to take accused gangbanger shot by ICE agents on tour after singer’s MSG message
GOP gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman told Harry Styles to take the accused Bronx gangbanger shot by ICE on tour -- after the pop star offered the illegal immigrant support at a recent New York show.
With election 3 weeks away, Hochul and Blakeman to square off in lone NY governor debate
The hourlong debate is the candidates’ best chance to sell their competing visions to New York voters ahead of the Nov.
City launches campaign to help thousands reapply for SNAP benefits under new federal rules
New York City is ramping up efforts to help New Yorkers put food on the table after new federal requirements made thousands of residents ineligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, Mayor…
Knicks owner James Dolan to host $10K-per-ticket MSG fundraiser for NY gov candidate Bruce Blakeman
The gala hosted by Dolan — along with the president and CEO of Witkoff Group, Scott Alper, and chairman of EnTrust Global, Gregg Hymowitz — will take place Thursday evening ahead of the reigning NBA champs squaring off…
LISTEN: Mamdani Just Had His Roughest Week Yet
Election Day is approaching, but Mayor Zohran Mamdani—who won’t be on the ballot—was once again the main character in city politics, facing what co-host Christina Greer calls “probably the roughest week of his…
Steve Hilton targets Latino voters with explosive trans sports ad featuring AI Xavier Becerra
Hilton has accused Becerra of "extremism" for supporting trans boys playing in girls' sports with a new ad in Spanish directly targeting Hispanic voters.
Super PAC funded by Knicks owner spends big to back AG candidate Saritha Komatireddy
A Super PAC backing Bruce Blakeman for governor is also tapping resources to aid Republican Saritha Komatireddy's campaign for state attorney general.
Hear Nithya Raman’s extraordinary word salad when grilled on plans for LA’s top cop
The prosecutor Los Angeles voters fired two years ago because of his soft on crime policies could be headed back to the LAPD, this time to run it.
Liberal California city plots doubling anti-American tax — as locals rage at where the money’s going
Voters in Berkeley are being asked to double the city’s tax on soda — even as local businesses say they’re already struggling while basic city services go unmet.
NYC loses more than half of pied-a-terre tax appeals, threatening projected revenue pot: ‘Out the window’
“Once primary residences are removed and overstated market values are challenged, we may find that the amount actually collectible is significantly less than projected.''
Santa Barbara principal rigged student election so daughter won
Santa Barbara elementary school principal Arielle Curry has been placed on administrative leave as allegations surrounding a student election.
What women want from November's elections
Sharon Sewell-Fairman, president and CEO of Women Creating Change, joined "Weekends on 1."
For a Democrat in a traditionally red NJ district, how to woo Republican voters
Democratic candidate Rebecca Bennett campaigns in a living room in Bernards Township, New Jersey.