Rachel Kahn, Author at THE CITY

Zohran Mamdani canvassers Dylan Halper and Mohit Sani try to reach voters on the Upper East Side.

Campaign 2025

Can Zohran Mamdani’s Volunteer Army Pull Off the Upset?

June 4, 2025, 8:00 a.m.June 5, 2025, 11:27 a.m.

His campaign boasts 29,000 door-knockers. Can their ion translate to the polls like it did with fellow Queens progressive Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?

Bronx Borough President candidates incumbent Vanessa Gibson and Councilmember Rafael Salamanca Jr. are both seen speaking at podiums in a diptych image.

Campaign 2025

Who’s Running for Borough President — And Why You Should Care

May 22, 2025, 5:00 a.m.May 21, 2025, 4:52 p.m.

Borough presidents are like mini-mayors. What they do in office depends a lot on who they are.

The Community Board 9 entrance in West Harlem.

Manhattan

Manhattan Boro Prez Boots Community Board Who Criticized New Housing

May 16, 2025, 4:49 p.m.May 16, 2025, 6:21 p.m.

Committee chairs say their negative on housing issues caused the Manhattan borough president to replace them — and it’s not the first time.

A text poll asks about a Brooklyn City Council race.

Campaign 2025

Why Am I Getting So Many NYC Election Texts?

May 15, 2025, 3:45 p.m.May 15, 2025, 8:33 a.m.

What to do when you’re asked to fill out a poll, why you’re getting targeted and how to spot a scam.

Elections

Can Voters Game Out Their Ranked Choice Ballot?

May 1, 2025, 3:45 p.m.May 1, 2025, 5:30 p.m.

Though the system can seem opaque, the best way to do it is the most straightforward one.

People enjoy a glorious spring afternoon in Washington Square Park.

How to New York

How to Throw a Party in a City Park, the Right Way

April 29, 2025, 1:49 p.m.April 29, 2025, 1:50 p.m.

Even pop stars need park permits.

How to New York

Your Guide to REAL IDs as Deadline Nears in New York

April 23, 2025, 5:00 a.m.April 23, 2025, 9:59 a.m.

The date to get a “real ID compliant” drivers license to fly is coming up fast — but that doesn’t necessarily mean you need to get a new ID.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Wheelchair Trapped at Rehab Sues NYCHA for Accessible Apartment

April 7, 2025, 5:00 a.m.April 7, 2025, 8:58 a.m.

Susan Bourne was disabled by a stroke in 2013. Instead of making her apartment accessible, NYCHA has waged a yearslong campaign to evict her.

New York State’s Department of Labor maintained a website for people to claim unemployment benefits.

How to New York

What to Know About Applying for Unemployment in New York City

March 26, 2025, 5:00 a.m.March 25, 2025, 5:15 p.m.

If you get laid off, head to the Department of Labor’s website ASAP.

Dozens of anti-DOGE demonstrators held a die-in at the Stock Exchange to protest steep budget cuts.

How to New York

How GOP Budget Cuts Could Affect NYC: Your Questions Answered

March 20, 2025, 5:00 a.m.March 20, 2025, 3:30 p.m.

It’s not just programs that receive federal funding that could be at risk.

Rachel Kahn

Can Zohran Mamdani’s Volunteer Army Pull Off the Upset?

Who’s Running for Borough President — And Why You Should Care

Manhattan Boro Prez Boots Community Board Who Criticized New Housing

Why Am I Getting So Many NYC Election Texts?

Can Voters Game Out Their Ranked Choice Ballot?

How to Throw a Party in a City Park, the Right Way

Your Guide to REAL IDs as Deadline Nears in New York

Wheelchair Trapped at Rehab Sues NYCHA for Accessible Apartment

What to Know About Applying for Unemployment in New York City

How GOP Budget Cuts Could Affect NYC: Your Questions Answered

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