A message from Con Edison |
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Compiled by Annie McDonough Monday, February 23, 2026 |
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Patchy, blowing snow in New York City, mostly cloudy in Albany and snow in Buffalo. New York City, low 25; Albany, low 13; Buffalo, low 11. |
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A message from Citizens for Affordable Rates, LLC |
Most New Yorkers are paying over $4,000 a year for car insurance – nearly double the national average. These sky-high premiums are putting enormous financial pressure on families, seniors, and small businesses across our state.
Outdated rules, unchecked fraud, and a broken system are driving costs. Albany has the power to fix this, but they need to hear from you.
Tell legislators to support auto insurance reform now.
Take Action: https://www.citizensforaffordablerates.com/nyaction |
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A message from City & State |
Cheer on your favorite political leaders at the March Political Madness basketball tournament!
On 3/6, NY’s political leaders will face each other & other NY leaders in advocacy, business and beyond on The John Thompson, Jr. Court @ Nike. Participants so far include: Sen. Bailey, Sen. Myrie, AM Anderson, AM Zinerman, AM Pretlow, AM Kim, AM Taylor, CM Epstein, CM Riley and more!
We’re looking for players, coaches and sponsors to cheer them on — contact us before spaces fill up. A portion of the proceeds is going to Laureus Sport for Good so you have to support this game with us…
Sponsored by: Stubhub; Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages |
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A message from City & State |
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* New York City remained in a state of emergency this afternoon as it dug out from a blizzard that left as much as 24 inches of snow in some neighborhoods, Gothamist reports.
* New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced public schools will reopen for in-person classes tomorrow, sparking criticism he is being overly optimistic about conditions on the ground, the Daily News reports. * Tens of thousands of New York and New Jersey residents remained without power this afternoon following a massive blizzard, with some utility companies’ overall number of customers without service growing as they day went on, Gothamist reports.
* The Long Island Rail Road’s first system-wide shutdown in four years could last into tomorrow, according to the LIRR’s president, who said workers and equipment continue having a hard time keeping up with the unrelenting snowfall and wind, Newsday reports. * Gov. Kathy Hochul won’t participate in New York’s fledgling, taxpayer-funded matching funds program in her campaign for reelection, NY1 reports. * More news below … |
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A message from City & State |
Register NOW for the Digital New York Summit on 3/19!
Gov. Hochul announced that $9 million of federal grant funding will be delivered to cybersecurity initiatives across the state. What does that mean for New Yorkers? Join us for a full-day, dynamic program featuring candid discussions and thought-provoking presentations about emerging technologies, our cyber infrastructure, and more. Colin Ahern, New York State’s Chief Cyber Officer is our keynote speaker! Register now, and contact us about sponsorship.
Sponsored by: Lumen; Box; Crowe; Brown & Weinraub; CDW; KPMG; NUAIR; Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; T-Mobile |
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* A federal judge has rejected New York corrections Commissioner Daniel Martuscello III’s motion to be dismissed as a defendant in a civil rights lawsuit filed on behalf of Robert Brooks Sr., who died after he was beaten by multiple correction officers at Marcy Correctional Facility in December 2024, the Times Union reports.
* On his first day in office, Mamdani’s administration quietly began fining New Yorkers for not separating their organic waste for compost collection, Gothamist reports. * Democratic candidate for state comptroller Drew Warshaw has been touting his affordable housing bona fides despite having worked for an accused slumlord, the New York Post reports. * The Syracuse Common Council failed to pass a good cause eviction bill today as the vote for the measure ended with a tie, State of Politics reports.
* Brad Lander’s campaign announced another round of progressive endorsements today, further adding to a broad left-wing coalition that he has sought to unify behind his congressional run, The Indypendent reports. |
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* The Trump administration has begun using a patchwork of trade laws to recreate the sweeping tariffs that the Supreme Court struck down as illegal last week, The New York Times reports.
* As the Trump administration weighs an attack on Iran, the Pentagon’s top general has cautioned President Donald Trump and other officials that shortfalls in critical munitions and a lack of support from allies will add significant risk to the operation and to U.S. personnel, The Washington Post reports.
* Three prominent House Republican women castigated GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales today, applying major new pressure on the Texas lawmaker to address accusations that he had an affair with his staffer who later died by suicide, Politico reports. |
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A message from City & State |
Help Honor the Most Exceptional Women in New York on 3/25!
Every year, our Above & Beyond: Women event recognizes exceptional women in New York for their accomplishments in politics, media, education, nonprofits and beyond. Help us support this year’s incredible group of honorees by placing a congratulatory ad in City & State Magazine and contacting us about event sponsorship of our exclusive March awards gala. Rossana Rosado, Commissioner of the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services is our keynote speaker!
Sponsored by: National Grid; Good Shepherd Services; Grant Associates; Ponce Bank; WIGDOR LLP |
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* Tenants said one of New York City’s most notorious landlords let rats run free and left them cold during the winter. Now, charged with harassment, he’s facing up to four years in prison, the Times reports. * Observe the day-to-day running of municipal government, and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani looks far more like the kind of traditional big-city liberal New York has known since La Guardia, Intelligencer reports. |
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A message from City & State |
Align your brand with New York’s most influential decision-makers! Coming in April 2026, the Affordability in New York podcast with Council Speaker Julie Menin and City & State’s Tom Allon will serve as a catalyst for solutions to the state's most pressing cost of living challenges—from housing and energy to infrastructure and health care. Learn more about our partnership opportunities that will help your organization stay at the center of the conversations redefining New York’s economic and social landscape.
Topics will include: Housing, Health Care, Transportation, Utilities, Telecommunications, Child Care, Education, Elder Care and more! Contact us for sponsorship details. |
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