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Socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani is working with the private developers who once opposed him to build 200,000 affordable homes across New York City. His $22 billion plan proves that pragmatic solutions can bridge ideological divides when housing is on the line.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed a playful executive order allowing kids to stay up past bedtime for the NBA Finals. The Knicks are heading to their first championship series in 27 years.
New York's youngest mayor in over a century combined his Muslim faith and Premier League fandom in the most joyful way. Zohran Mamdani showed up to Eid al-Adha prayers wearing a custom kurta designed after Arsenal's jersey.
An off-duty FDNY firefighter pulled a stranded driver from rising floodwaters on the Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens, showing how heroes never really clock out. Mayor Zohran Mamdani and FDNY Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore praised the quick-thinking rescue during Friday's briefing. ---
New York City's 34-year-old mayor is bringing government to where people already are: streaming platforms. Zohran Mamdani just launched the first recurring Twitch series hosted by an elected official.
New York's mayor just negotiated something FIFA has never done before: 1,000 World Cup tickets at $50 each, exclusively for local residents. The seats usually cost up to $415, and winners even get free bus rides to the games.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is bringing government directly to where young people spend their time online. Starting today, he's hosting the country's first recurring Twitch stream by an elected official, answering questions live from viewers.
The parents of Jeff Bezos just donated $100 million to expand early childhood education in New York City, backing Mayor Zohran Mamdani's promise of free preschool for all 2-year-olds. It's an unlikely partnership between Wall Street philanthropy and a democratic socialist mayor.
With World Cup final tickets hitting $11,000, New York City is bringing the 2026 FIFA tournament to everyone for free. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced watch parties in all five boroughs so no fan gets left behind.
New York City is launching five free World Cup fan zones across all boroughs so everyone can experience the tournament excitement, regardless of ticket prices. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the decision after criticism over mounting costs that threaten to price out working-class soccer fans.
Former President Barack Obama joined New York's youngest mayor for story time at a child care center, leading preschoolers in a spirited singalong. The heartwarming visit highlighted early childhood education while bridging political divides.
New York's youngest mayor in a generation is proving democratic socialism can work in America's biggest city. His first 100 days brought free childcare expansion, cleaner streets, and a new approach to affordable housing.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated concrete wins in his first 100 days, including universal childcare for families, safer streets, and better infrastructure. The progressive leader pointed to measurable results in housing enforcement, public safety, and everyday services.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani showed up unannounced at the Manhattan Marriage Bureau to officiate weddings for six unsuspecting couples. The surprise visit came almost exactly one year after he married his own wife at the same location.
New York's new mayor is proving government can solve everyday problems, starting with the city's shocking bathroom shortage. With just one public restroom for every 8,500 New Yorkers, Zohran Mamdani is investing $4 million to build up to 30 new toilets across the city.
New York's new mayor Zohran Mamdani turned his first major snowstorm into a masterclass in crisis communication and style. His custom embroidered Carhartt jacket became the talk of the city while he kept New Yorkers safe and informed.
Zohran Mamdani just made history as New York City's first democratic socialist mayor, powered by a grassroots movement of young organizers and working-class communities. His victory signals a generational shift in American politics that's giving overlooked voters a powerful new voice.
New York City is making sure every three and four-year-old can access free early education without fear. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced that families don't need to share immigration status to enroll in the city's Pre-K and 3-K programs.
New York City's youngest mayor in decades is surprising critics by choosing compromise over confrontation. Zohran Mamdani, 34, ran as a democratic socialist but is governing with careful strategy and building unexpected partnerships.