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ELECTION STORIES FROM THE NYCITY NEWS SERVICE
‘Suffs’ Musical Shines a Light on Women’s Voting Rights After Election Day
“Suffs” continues to draw theatergoers before the show ends in January.
New Yorkers Start to Shift Focus to the Mayoral Election
The mayoral race is already getting crowded in New York City.
Subway Riders Anonymously Share Post-Election Feelings in Post-It Art
The ongoing interactive art installation gives New Yorkers a place to vent.
New York Voters Passed Proposal 1 on Election Day
Not all New Yorkers turned the ballot over.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Holds Congress Seat, But Support in the Democratic Stronghold Is Waning
AOC’s share of votes have dropped in every subsequent election since the initial victory that sent her to Capitol Hill.
Donald Trump Makes Gains With Some New York City Latinos
Despite comedian Tony Hinchcliffe’s “garbage” comment about Puerto Rico at the MSG Trump rally, Latino Republicans stood by the candidate.
This Is How Latino New Yorkers Voted in the U.S 2024 Presidential Elections
The economy, migrant crisis, and public safety were among the top concerns for Hispanic voters.
The Pop-ular Vote: How Americans Use Pop Culture to Understand Electoral Politics
Reporters from The Pop-ular Vote spoke with people around the country about how pop culture and politics intersect in their daily lives.
‘Nerve Wracking’: NYC Voters Flock to Polls Amid Hope and Confusion
Some New Yorkers faced poll site issues, while others voted for the first time with an eye on bringing change.
Calls Emerge to Reject Mayor Adams’ Charter Revision Ballot Proposals
Here are the proposals that voters will decide on.
To Flip the House, New York Democrats Look to Flip the Suburbs
New York Democrats are aiming to capture the suburban vote.
Student Veterans Bring Diverse Perspectives to the Voting Booths
Often treated as a monolith by the media and politicians, student veterans hold diverse views that mirror the rest of the country.
Vietnam War-Era Protesters See Parallels — and Big Differences — Between 1968 and 2024
As the presidential election plays out amid growing opposition to the war in Gaza, veteran activists urge their younger counterparts to use the power of the vote.
Care Workers Are Mobilizing for Increased Protections Across New York This Election Season
Topics like childcare and national family paid leave have become so essential that both major political parties now talk about them.
How Will NYS Bill of Rights Proposal 1 Fare on Election Day?
Voters will decide on Prop 1 this Election Day.
Brooklyn’s Little Haiti Braces for Election Results
Haitians have been in the national spotlight this election season.
As New Yorkers Hit the Polls, Bronx Residents Share Why They Voted
Residents casting ballots said myriad concerns — from immigration to inflation — propelled them.
National Flood Insurance Program Likely To Be Headache for Next President
Democrats and Republicans butt heads on many issues, but this is a rare one where policymakers agree reforms are needed.
Trump Victory Could Doom Congestion Pricing, Keeping City’s Air Unhealthy
The clock is ticking for Gov. Kathy Hochul to unpause congestion pricing before an unfriendly presidential administration kills it for good.
A Trump Win Could Complicate Conservation Efforts for the American Eel in New York
Already depleted, the American eel is just one of many species that benefits from environmental federal funding – which could be in jeopardy.
The Future of Wind Power Relies in Part on Who Wins the Presidency
Vice President Kamala Harris will likely embrace the clean, renewable energy source, while former President Donald Trump stymies it, according to experts.
Will a New President Jumpstart Electric Vehicles in New York?
Charging infrastructure is gradually being built in state, but some consumers are still wary.
Bronxites Slam Trump Comedian’s “Island of Garbage,” Anti-Puerto Rico Slur
The vast majority of dozens interviewed said they were appalled by the comic Tony Hinchcliffe’s comment.
New York voters hope to encourage turnout elsewhere by sending personal pleas on postcards.
Go Inside the Trump Rally at Madison Square Garden
We captured behind-the-scenes images from the former president’s New York City event.
Trump Makes a Final Election Push in New York City
The rally drew crowds inside — and outside — Madison Square Garden.
New Yorkers Turn Up to Cheer Trump at Madison Square Garden
Donald Trump fans — and protesters — flocked to the famed New York City arena for his late October rally.
A Critical Federal Agency That Helps Prepare for Flooding Could Be at Risk
Most New Yorkers may not know what NOAA is, but it plays a crucial role in protecting residents from severe storms.
Uncertainty Over Presidential Election Worries Climate-Impacted Immigrants
Both candidates are polar opposites on policy that impacts new arrivals seeking refuge from climate change.
Dredging the Gowanus Canal Will Likely Continue – Regardless of the Next President
Unless the EPA is completely disbanded, the future of New York’s Superfund sites should continue to improve.
New York Relies on FEMA After Disasters. How Will the Election Change Things?
Project 2025 suggests a drastic reduction in FEMA aid. Harris says she plans to invest in climate resiliency.
This Election Day, Voters Will Decide on Prop 1
The proposition could modify the Equal Rights Amendment.
What the Election Could Mean for Cryptocurrency Mining in New York
Trump has promised to expand mining, while an uncommitted Harris has made overtures to the cryptocurrency industry.
Gen Z Has the Power This Election Day
Gen Zers are expected to vote in big numbers this Election Day.
Future of Green Projects at Hunts Point Food Center Could Hinge on Election
Food security for the region comes at a high environmental price — and South Bronx residents are paying it.
State’s Abandoned Oil Wells’ Fate May Depend on White House Winner
The next president could determine whether Albany gets federal money to fix Western New York’s abandoned oil wells.
Trump Stops in the Bronx for a Haircut, to Mixed Reactions
Chants of “We want Trump!!” and “USA!” echoed from the crowd. But many were not as enamored with the famous visitor.
Three Million New Citizens Gear Up to Vote this November
New U.S. citizens will vote for the first time this Election Day.