New York City

How ranked choice voting in New York's Democratic mayoral primary works

By David B. Caruso, Associated Press

One downside of the system is it makes it tough to forecast a winner before the vote count is complete. That means people shouldn't expect to learn who won on election night.

Family killed in NYC helicopter crash was celebrating child's birthday, mayor says

By Michael R. Sisak, Jennifer Peltz, Ted Shaffrey, Associated Press

A person familiar with the investigation has told The Associated Press the victims of Thursday's crash include Siemens executive Agustin Escobar, his wife, Merce Camprubi Montal, and three children, in addition to the pilot.

Claiming bribery charges derailed Democratic primary campaign, NYC Mayor Eric Adams says he will run for reelection as independent

By Anthony Izaguirre, Associated Press

New York City Mayor Eric Adams says he will pull out of the city’s Democratic primary and will instead run for reelection as an independent candidate.

Federal judge dismisses corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams

By Jennifer Peltz, Michael R. Sisak, Associated Press

A federal judge dismissed New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ corruption case on Wednesday, acquiescing to the Justice Department's extraordinary request to set aside criminal charges so the Democrat could help with President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown.

Former Gov. Cuomo announces run for New York City mayor, aiming for a political comeback

By Anthony Izaguirre, Associated Press

The Democrat is expected to mount a formidable campaign, despite entering the race deeply wounded by the scandal that forced his resignation as governor in 2021.

Judge cancels trial for NYC Mayor Eric Adams, leaving corruption charges intact until mid-March

By Larry Neumeister, Michael Sisak, Associated Press

Adams, who has pleaded not guilty, was indicted in September on charges alleging he accepted over $100,000 in illegal campaign contributions and travel perks from a Turkish official and others seeking to buy influence while he was Brooklyn borough president.

WATCH: New York Gov. Hochul holds briefing as she weighs removing Mayor Eric Adams from office

By Anthony Izaguirre, Jake Offenhartz, Jennifer Peltz, Associated Press

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that she won't immediately remove New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office, but will instead push for increased oversight of City Hall as he faces intense scrutiny over his bribery case and his relationship…

Trump administration orders halt to NYC congestion pricing meant to fight traffic and fund mass transit

By Philip Marcelo, Associated Press

President Donald Trump’s administration has ordered a halt to New York City’s congestion pricing system, which thins traffic and funds mass transit by imposing high tolls on drivers entering some parts of Manhattan.

Judge delays ruling on Justice Department request to drop corruption charges against NYC Mayor Adams

By Jake Offenhartz, Michael R. Sisak, Larry Neumeister, Associated Press

The federal judge considering the Justice Department's request to dismiss corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams said Wednesday that he won't rule immediately and will take time to review all materials.

New York's governor meets state political leaders as she considers removing Mayor Eric Adams from office

By Jake Offenhartz, Jennifer Peltz, Anthony Izaguirre, Associated Press

The governor's scheduled meetings in New York City on Tuesday come as Adams, a Democrat, faces intense pressure to step down over criticism that he has lost the ability to independently govern the city.