Hochul Locks Up Key Support as Letitia James Begins Statewide Tour

The chairman of the New York State Democratic Party endorsed Gov. Kathy Hochul, contending that a multicandidate primary in 2022 could damage the party.

Is Letitia James Running for Governor? Her Decision Is Coming Soon.

Ms. James, New York’s attorney general, has embarked on a campaign-like tour of the state and is discussing her plans with donors and officials.

A 2nd Cuomo Investigation Is Expected to Confirm Harassment Claims

The final report, expected in October, could revive calls for lawmakers to impeach Andrew Cuomo, the former governor, to prevent him from running again, though that seems unlikely.

Who Is Suing Over New York’s Vaccine Mandate?

In courtrooms from Manhattan to Utica, judges are weighing whether exemptions that would cover thousands of health care workers will be allowed.

Opinion | ‘If You’re Not Vaccinated, Don’t Come to Work’

Unions are hurting their members and the rest of us by fighting vaccine mandates.

Kathy Hochul Aims to Raise $25 Million as Likely Rivals Eye Challenges

Governor Hochul hopes to raise the sum for her primary campaign next year, but her recent — and unexpected — ascension has left her little time to hit that goal.

Jumaane Williams May Challenge Gov. Hochul in Democratic Litmus Test

Mr. Williams, the New York City public advocate, would offer Democratic voters a clear left-leaning alternative to Ms. Hochul, a centrist from western New York.

Thousands of N.Y. Health Care Workers Get Vaccinated Ahead of Deadline

Though many hospital and nursing home employees remain unvaccinated, officials say worst-case staffing shortages seem less likely.

New York Pledges $27 Million to Help Undocumented Immigrants Hit by Ida

“I almost died,” said one Queens resident who forced her way out of a basement apartment. Now she is eligible for help.

These Health Care Workers Would Rather Get Fired Than Get Vaccinated

Monday is the vaccination deadline for New York State health care workers. Thousands of refusers have failed to meet it.

New York Hospitals Face Possible Mass Firings as Workers Spurn Vaccines

With a Monday deadline looming, thousands of health care workers in the state are risking their jobs by not getting a coronavirus vaccine.

Selling Marijuana on Tribal Lands, a Legal Gray Area

With New York State officials slow to establish regulations, members of the St. Regis Mohawks have raced ahead, opening a number of dispensaries for recreational marijuana.

Howard Zucker, Who Led Cuomo’s Pandemic Response, Resigns

Dr. Zucker, the New York State health commissioner, came under fire for potentially helping obscure the coronavirus death toll in nursing homes and keeping health data from the Legislature.

Opinion | They Want to Be in the Room Where It Happens

Gimme an R! Gimme an E! Gimme a Districting!

Cuomo Ally Resigns From Post as State Watchdog

Letizia Tagliafierro, the former inspector general, is the latest in a string of high-profile departures, as allies and appointees of the former governor leave state government.

Rep. Lee Zeldin Confirms Leukemia Diagnosis

Mr. Zeldin, a conservative Republican, says the disease is in remission, and that his bid for governor of New York will be unaffected.

A Broadway Show Comes Back to Life

One theater production’s journey back to the stage after the longest and costliest shutdown in New York theater’s history.

2 Parties, 2 Maps: Democrats and Republicans Squabble on Redistricting

Two competing proposals advance, and the failure to compromise may pave the way for Democrats to step in and knock out Republican congressional seats.

New York Will Soon Lose 1 House Seat. The G.O.P. Might Lose 5.

A new bipartisan commission is drawing up district lines, but New York Democratic leaders are laying the groundwork to take over the redistricting process.