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The Park Slope City Council Race That Is Somehow All About Israel

Shahana Hanif, the first Muslim woman elected to the City Council, is being challenged by Maya Kornberg, a Brennan Center researcher.

Cuomo's Scary, Early Lead

Plus more ranked-choice links for your Thursday morning.

The City Raided His Bed-Stuy Weed Shop. He Spent 48 Hours Behind Bars

Karis Thompson was a cannabis dealer trying to go legit before he was swept up in "Operation Padlock to Protect."

Adams Administration Slashed Community and Ethnic Media Advertising by 84 Percent

Comptroller and mayoral candidate Brad Lander slammed the Adams administration for failing to follow City law and use advertising dollars to support local news organizations.

Governor #Grindset

Hustle harder Hochul, and more links for your Wednesday morning.

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