Civic Newsroom

Politics in Surround Sound: The Double Speaker City Council Clash

Dec. 16, 2021, 6:11 p.m.Dec. 16, 2021, 6:11 p.m.

A big shake-up in the governor’s race has rattled the field for attorney general — and could we have two City Council speakers? What’s going on? Find out in our latest Civic Newsroom report.

Civic Newsroom

Who’s Running for Attorney General in New York? Letitia James Disrupts a Crowded Field

Dec. 13, 2021, 10:11 a.m.Dec. 13, 2021, 1:33 p.m.

Letitia James says she’ll run for reelection after all — after nixing a nascent run for governor. Here’s who’s also in the running so far for the state’s top prosecutor, with an overview of what an attorney general does.

Civic Newsroom

How New York Will Find Its Next City Council Speaker

Dec. 8, 2021, 10:20 a.m.Dec. 15, 2021, 5:05 p.m.

Here’s what to know about who’s running for the Council’s top job, how the secret campaign process unfolds and why New Yorkers should care — even if they don’t get a say on who it will be.

Civic Newsroom

The Election Is Finally Over. What’s Next and How Did Three Ballot Proposals Fail?

Nov. 9, 2021, 5:44 p.m.Nov. 9, 2021, 5:44 p.m.

Here’s the latest on the results, what the mayor-elect is up to now, what the heck happened with those ballot questions — and how New York’s political district lines will get drawn next year.

Elections

New York on Track to Environmental Rights Ballot Proposal as Voting Changes Get Shot Down

Nov. 4, 2021, 5:16 p.m.March 14, 2024, 2:24 p.m.

Voters appear to have enshrined environmental rights in the state Constitution. But early results show they may have nixed making it easier to vote and changing the redistricting process. Meanwhile, a measure to expand Civil Court cases seemed headed for an OK.

Civic Newsroom

Election Day Is Here for New York City. We’ve Got Your Last-Minute Voting Guide.

Nov. 1, 2021, 3:08 p.m.Nov. 1, 2021, 3:13 p.m.

Don’t panic! Procrastinators, we’ve got you on ballot questions, City Council races and where to bring that absentee on the final day.

Civic Newsroom

All About Your NYC Election Ballot: Put a Stamp On It. Or Two?

Oct. 26, 2021, 7:07 p.m.Oct. 26, 2021, 7:07 p.m.

Early voting ends this Sunday — Halloween — and Election Day, which is merely the final day to cast a ballot, is next Tuesday, Nov. 2. We’re answering some last-minute questions from readers about ballots.

Civic Newsroom

Who’s Got Competition in the City Council? Look Up Who’s Running in Your District

Oct. 19, 2021, 5:14 p.m.Oct. 19, 2021, 5:14 p.m.

We broke down the closest City Council races ahead of the general election on Nov. 2 — and mapped who will be on the ballot in your neighborhood.

Civic Newsroom

Watch the NYC Public Advocate Debate Ahead of the Election

Oct. 19, 2021, 11:43 a.m.Oct. 24, 2021, 6:08 p.m.

Incumbent Democrat Jumaane Williams will face off against Republican Devi Nampiaparampil for the office that’s second in line to the mayor. More here on how to watch Tuesday at 7 p.m. — and what a public advocate does.

Civic Newsroom

NYC General Election Prep: What to Know Before Heading to the Polls

Oct. 18, 2021, 11:03 a.m.Oct. 24, 2021, 6:09 p.m.

New Yorkers will soon lock in their choices for new local leaders for mayor and more. Here’s your guide on your civic duty: key dates, getting a ballot, who’s running and New York’s — count ‘em — five ballot proposal questions.

Civic Newsroom

Politics in Surround Sound: The Double Speaker City Council Clash

Who’s Running for Attorney General in New York? Letitia James Disrupts a Crowded Field

How New York Will Find Its Next City Council Speaker

The Election Is Finally Over. What’s Next and How Did Three Ballot Proposals Fail?

New York on Track to Environmental Rights Ballot Proposal as Voting Changes Get Shot Down

Election Day Is Here for New York City. We’ve Got Your Last-Minute Voting Guide.

All About Your NYC Election Ballot: Put a Stamp On It. Or Two?

Who’s Got Competition in the City Council? Look Up Who’s Running in Your District

Watch the NYC Public Advocate Debate Ahead of the Election

NYC General Election Prep: What to Know Before Heading to the Polls

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