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Emma Carter
Emma Carter covers New York politics, the state Legislature and elections, explaining the stakes clearly for voters.
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Local News Early Voting Turnout Drops in New York City’s 2026 Primaries
Early voting in New York City's 2026 primaries has seen a dramatic decline compared to last year, raising questions about voter engagement…
Crime Manhattan DA Charges Salon 1884 Founder with Exploitative Labor Practices
Prominent fashion designer Andrea Mary Marshall is accused of exploiting employees and withholding wages totaling $54,000.
Politics Kevin Warsh’s Fed Debut: Rate Decision and Future Outlook
The Federal Reserve, under the leadership of new Chair Kevin Warsh, has kept interest rates unchanged, signaling a potential hike later this…
Politics New York Assembly Fails to Vote on Plastics Reduction Bill Despite Strong Support
The Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act, which aimed to reduce plastic pollution, failed to secure a vote in the New York…
Local News North Tonawanda Approves One-Year Moratorium Extension for AI Facilities
North Tonawanda has extended a moratorium on new AI data centers for one year, sparking discussions among residents and officials about the…
Crime Sammy Vielle Identified as Victim in Troy Stabbing Incident
Authorities in Troy have identified the victim of a fatal stabbing that occurred early Saturday morning. The incident has led to multiple…
Politics The politics of spectacle events: audience targeting and agenda-setting
Leaders often pair politics with spectacle events, but what does this achieve and how does it impact the public
Politics How to read political polls: a guide to margin, method, and meaning
Learn how to read between the lines of political polls and make sense of the numbers
Crime Trump administration sues New York over alleged fraud in home health program
The Trump administration has taken legal action against New York state officials and a Georgia-based company over alleged fraud in a major…
Crime No Penalties for Landlord After Fatal Fire at University Heights Rental
On June 16, 2026, a fire at 16 Merrimac St. in University Heights tragically took the life of Rameshwar Brahmbhatt, a 25-year-old…