Kawas Wins New York State Senate Seat
Socialist Democrat Aber Kawas defeats Republican Han-Khon To in the 12th State Senate District.
New York Politics News
Politics in New York runs on elections, legislative sessions and public policy, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting focuses on government actions and civic life at the state level.
Immigration
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Should local police be barred from helping federal immigration agents make arrests?
Judge Denies Sheriffs' Bid to Block NY Immigration Ban
A federal judge in Albany declined to halt New York's limits on cooperation with federal immigration agents while a lawsuit by more than 15 county sheriffs proceeds.
Law
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Should local governments be allowed to bar transgender athletes from women's sports facilities?
Appeals Court Strikes Down Nassau Transgender Sports Ban
A New York appellate court overturned a Nassau County law that barred women's sports teams with transgender players from county facilities.
Legislative Policy
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Do you think things are getting better or worse in your area?
Ashby Leads Lander by 177 Votes in Close Race
Republican state Sen. Jake Ashby holds a narrow lead over Democrat Devin Lander as thousands of mail-in ballots remain to be counted in the 43rd District.
Political Parties
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Do you trust your local government to act in your community's interest?
Long Island Parties Watch Election Night Results
Democratic and Republican candidates and supporters gathered at separate election night events across Long Island on November 3, 2026.
Unions
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Should New York set wage boards for cannabis workers?
Hochul Drops Cannabis Wage Board From Repeal Bill
Chapter amendments remove the proposed cannabis wage board while keeping the repeal of labor peace agreement requirements for licensed businesses.
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