Politics NY News Headlines Archive for October 20, 2025

Assemblyman and Democratic Nominee Zohran Mamdani Mamdani said his administration would prioritize efficiency on city-owned properties to lead by example and encourage private building owners to follow suit.

NYC Mayor’s Race: Mamdani proposes removing scaffolding on city property after three years in new policy to tackle ‘concrete jungle gym’

By Adam Daly & Lloyd Mitchell

John Perrone asks the Glen Cove city council how its sales tax preemption will affect Nassau County taxes in 2026.

Nassau

No word on whether there will be another public hearing on 2026 Glen Cove budget

By Casey Fahrer

Three candidates on NYC Mayor's Debate stage cuomo mamdani sliwa. A new poll has suggested Mamdani holds an 11-point lead with 15 days remaining until the election.

Election

New mayoral poll shows Mamdani with comfortable double-digit lead, gap narrows considerably in head-to-head with Cuomo

By Shane O'Brien

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Queens

Photos: Thousands of Queens residents and leaders take part in ‘No Kings’ protest

By Ethan Marshall and Ramy Mahmoud

State GOP Chairman Ed Cox announced the suspension of the New York State Young Republicans.

Nassau

State Young Republicans disbanded over antisemitic, racist texts, as local officials respond

By Hannah Resnick

Tensions rose at the Massapequa Board of Education's meeting as the state department of education said the district cannot enforce its recently enacted gender policy.

Nassau

State says Massapequa School District cannot enforce transgender policy as tensions rise at BOE meeting

By Casey Fahrer

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Queens

Brad Lander berated by protesters at Ridgewood Democratic Club Q&A

By Patrick Stachniak

October 18, 2025 No Kings protest in East Hampton

East Hampton No Kings Protest Brought Massive Crowds Saturday

By Oliver Peterson

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Brooklyn

New York state retires ‘EDP’ term, adopts compassionate language for people experiencing a mental health crisis

By Gabriele Holtermann

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Nassau

Mineola approves opening of new personal training gym, physical therapy practice

By Isabella Gallo

Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa speaks during a mayoral debate, in New York, U.S., October 16, 2025. Angelina Katsanis/Pool via REUTERS

Politics

Billionaire John Catsimatidis calls on Curtis Sliwa to withdraw from mayoral election and consolidate support behind Cuomo

By Shane O'Brien

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ICE in courts: Congress Member Goldman, other NYC pols press NYPD to patrol feds, arrest agents who break the law

By Dean Moses

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Editorial: State GOP leadership does the right thing

By Schneps Media LI

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Nassau

Mineola board hears proposal for 30-unit apt. building, expects November decision

By Isabella Gallo

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Geraldo Rivera Column: Safe harbor

By Geraldo Rivera

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Election

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Brooklyn

PHOTOS: ‘No Kings’ march against Trump draws thousands to Park Slope

By Kirstyn Brendlen & Lloyd Mitchell

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New York’s Even Year Elections Law upheld as constitutional

By Michelle Grisales

Long Island City Partnership president Laura Rothrock delivers welcoming remarks at 2023 LIC Summit at The Museum of the Moving Image.

Queens

11th annual LIC Summit to take place at Museum of the Moving Image this Wednesday

By Shane O’Brien

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Brooklyn

Mayor Adams presses feds to fast-track BQE overhaul, catching community groups off guard

By Adam Daly

Moms First and its founder, Reshma Saujani.

Politics

The demand for affordable child care rises as Election Day approaches

By Megan McGibney

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Inside Government

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with State Senator John Liu

By Lea Tomaswick

Kwon Wellness Martial Arts & Fitness owner Dae Keun Kwon plans to open a Great Neck location.

Nassau

Breaking ground to break boards: Kwon Wellness Martial Arts Center to open Great Neck location

By Hannah Resnick

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Politics

NYC Mayor’s Race: Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani says he’s preparing to lead, but isn’t taking anything for granted

By Ethan Stark-Miller

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Suspect wanted for fatally shooting a man near Archie Spigner Park in Jamaica on Friday afternoon: NYPD

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