Assembly Passes Medical Marijuana Bill

But it appears unlikely it will be signed into law this year.

Avella Bills Aim to Reform Board of Standards and Appeals Procedures

Avella's legislation passes in the Cities Committee, but full Senate has yet to vote on bills.

Vallone to Reignite Campaign as Peralta Drops Out

Dems endorsement of Katz sets off flurry of activity.

Back to Basics: Elections Board to Return to Lever Machines for Primaries

Officials are saying that the counting process is too cumbersome with the electronic machines.

Threatening Letters Containing Ricin Sent to Mayor Bloomberg: Police

According to tests, the letter contained material that "preliminarily indicated the presence of ricin," a highly toxic poison.

Liu Gets Nod from City's Largest Public Employee Union in Mayoral Race

District Council 37 endorses city comptroller in race for mayor.

City Council Mulls Legislation to Change Muni Meter System: Report

Meters would be deactivated when parking rules are not in effect.

Poll: Weiner Inching Closer to Quinn

Former U.S. Rep. Weiner places second in the mayoral poll behind the City Council speaker.

Meng, Koslowitz to Host Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration

Event will be held at P.S. 139 in Rego Park.

Bloomberg Urges Council Members to Vote Against Bill That Curbs Stop-and-Frisk

An attorney for the mayor says the bill would open the city to a flood of lawsuits.

Weiner Says Smokers Should Pay Higher Healthcare Costs

Former congressman also wants city money to be used to save Catholic schools.

Voters Polled: Weiner in Second Place Behind Quinn

A whopping 27 percent of the poll’s voters remain undecided.

Schumer Wants Centralized Source for Weather Emergency Updates

Senator says public needs better access to information during weather emergencies.

Anthony Weiner Enters the Race for Mayor

He made the announcement on his campaign website at midnight.

Grodenchik Ends Borough President Bid

Queens deputy borough president drops out of the race after county organization endorses Melinda Katz.

Meng Introduces Bill to Speed Up Disability Claims Process for Veterans

Congresswoman says Queens has one of the longest wait times in the nation.

Gillibrand to Propose Bill That Would Lower Student Loan Interest Rates

The Federal Student Loan Refinancing Act will help New Yorkers with nearly $30,000 or more of student loan debt.

Queens Dems to Back Quinn for Mayor, Katz for Boro BP: Report

The party is also likely to endorse Paul Vallone in the race for Councilman Dan Halloran's seat.

Torodash to Challenge Koslowitz for Her Council Seat

Kew Gardens software engineer to run on Independent line.

Quinn Criticizes Thompson’s Acceptance of GOP Campaign Contributions

Bill Thompson accepts campaign contributions from former Republican senator Alfonse D’Amato

IRS Offices Will Be Closed for Five Days This Summer Due to Furloughs

Taxpayers should file returns and pay due taxes as usual.

Comrie Could Get Dem Nod for Queens BP: Report

Southeast Queens Councilman has nearly secured Queens party backing, Politicker reports.

Bloomberg Encourages Election Board to Bring Back Old Voting Machines

Decision comes after city's election board warned that the new electronic voting machines might slow election results.

Court Halts City's Taxi of Tomorrow Plan: Report

Judge rules that plan violates law that gives driver the option of a hybrid.

Despite Slow Fundraising, Weiner's Got Cash to Burn

Could kick off campaign next week, Politico reported.

Letter to the Editor: Liu Writes in About Voting on the City Budget Online

City comptroller discusses his office's People's Budget NYC program.

Faction of Quinn’s LGBT Constituents Say Will Not Support Her Run for Mayor

Some claim the persistent opposition to Quinn's candidacy is the fallout of her tenure representing Chelsea and Greenwich Village.

Op-Ed: How to Participate in the Budget Process

Bloomberg Offers Flushing Airport to Replace Stadium Parkland

Mayor says new, isolated parkland basically way better than what you already have.

Quinn Opens up About Her Battles with Bulimia and Alcoholism

The New York City Council Speaker and candidate for mayor binged and purged for 10 years.

Russell Simmons Blasts Thompson and Quinn, Endorses de Blasio

Simmons has produced a web ad on the mayoral race that will begins running today.

Mayor Says Water Rate Hike Buying Cleaned-Up Gowanus

Cleaning up 120-plus years of wastewater ain't cheap.

Quinn Loses Backing of Three Democratic Clubs

Sources say she is 'livid' at the decision.

Anthony Weiner: Master of Media Manipulation?

Has Weiner turned being the object of speculation into a career in and of itself?

Weekend Rails: Subway and LIRR Changes for Queens

Planned service changes for May 11-12.

Northeast Queens Legislators Want City to Notify Community Boards About Brownfield Cleanups

Avella, Braunstein and Simanowitz want DEC to tell boards when a remediation will take place at a brownfield site.

Huntley Sentenced to One Year in Prison

Former state Sen. Shirley Huntley was sentenced for stealing from her non-profit.

City Council Passes Paid Sick Leave Bill

Businesses with 20 or more workers will be required to offer five sick days a year.

Former State Sen. Huntley Recorded Nine Queens, Brooklyn Legislators on Wire: Report

Elected officials were brought to meetings at the home of Queens legislator Shirley Huntley.

Stop Premium Hike For Sandy Victims: Gillibrand