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New York City

May 17, 2013

Sheldon Silver Will Oust Vito Lopez After Harassment Scandal, Reports Say

Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver said he'd oust disgraced Assemblyman Vito Lopez, reports said.

Washington Heights

April 05, 2013

Nelson Castro Scandal is a 'Heartbreaker,' Adriano Espaillat Says

Nelson Castro, Espaillat's former chief of staff, stepped down in disgrace Thursday afternoon.

New York City

September 14, 2012

Espaillat Declares Victory in Uptown Primary, As Huntley Booted in Queens

Adriano Espaillat declared himself the victor in his race against Assemblyman Guillermo Linares.

New York City

September 13, 2012

Poll Workers Report Higher-Than-Expected Turnout in State Primaries

Turnout was higher than expected at many pollinng places, officials said.

New York City

September 13, 2012

Polls Open for State Primary Elections

The rare Thursday election will decide the fate of legislators, including Sen. Adriano Espaillat.

Washington Heights

July 12, 2012

Adriano Espaillat Launches Senate Re-Election Campaign

After losing to Rep. Charlie Rangel, Espaillat is now hoping to defend his seat.

Manhattan

March 15, 2012

Casino Gambling a Step Closer After Albany Deal

Legislators have moved forward with plans to legalize casino gambling through a constitutional amendment.

Manhattan

December 20, 2011

Governor Announces Deal on Livery Cab Street Hail Plan

After weeks of debate, the Governor announced he will sign the mayor's 'Five Borough Taxi Plan.'

Manhattan

December 06, 2011

Tax Cut for 4.4M New Yorkers, Tax Hike for 32,000 Millionaires

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced a plan Tuesday that would cut taxes for 4.4 million New Yorkers taxpayers.

Upper East Side

August 23, 2011

Upper East Side Assembly Candidate Vows to Crack Down on Dirty Heating Oil

Upper East Side Assembly candidate Dan Quart vowed to make the fight against dirty heating oil a top priority if he wins.

Manhattan

June 24, 2011

Gay Marriage Vote Coming Tonight

The state Senate will vote Friday night on a measure to legalize gay marriage.

Manhattan

June 24, 2011

Gay Marriage Signed into Law After Historic State Senate Vote

The state Senate voted late Friday night to pass a bill allowing gay marriage in New York.

Manhattan

June 20, 2011

Gay Marriage, Rent Guidelines Remain in Limbo

The state senate voted to extend rent regulations 24 hours longer as both sides continue to debate.

Manhattan

June 16, 2011

Assembly Passes Gay Marriage Bill

The state assembly passed a provision to legalize gay marriage Wednesday night. It heads to the senate next.

Manhattan

June 14, 2011

Gov. Cuomo Unveils Bill to Legalize Gay Marriage

The bill was introduced as religious leaders on both sides of the issue faced off at City Hall.