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Republican Sticker Mule CEO Anthony Constantino declared victory in New York’s 21st Congressional District, holding a more than 2-point lead.
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Vermont voters reelect GOP governor while giving legislative Democrats a supermajority
Voters in Vermont reelected the incumbent Republican governor, and a former lieutenant governor defeated the current one.
Albany County voters approve ballot initiative to replace coroners with medical examiner
Albany County will now replace its elected, part-time coroners with an appointed medical examiner. Voters also approved a procedure for removing Albany County legislators.
Democrat Rogerson unseats Tedisco, longtime GOP leader in New York Legislature
While results from the New York State Board of Elections were unofficial Tuesday night, Democrat Sarah Rogerson led state Sen. Jim Tedisco by 5,428 votes.
New York U.S. Rep. Tonko wins reelection in 20th Congressional District
Congressman Paul Tonko won reelection to a 10th term in the House of Representatives. The Capital Region Democrat's reelection comes as Democrats won majorities in Congress
New York Attorney General James wins reelection to third term
New York Attorney General Letitia James, who was first elected to the office in 2018, defeated Republican challenger Saritha Komatireddy, a former federal prosecutor from New York City.
Vermont Democrat Gray elected as lieutenant governor
The Vermont executive chamber will once again be split after voters reelected Republican Gov. Phil Scott and elected Democrat Molly Gray as lieutenant governor.
Vermont Governor Scott reelected to serve sixth term
Vermont Republican Governor Phil Scott was reelected to a sixth 2-year term Tuesday, defeating his Democratic challenger Amanda Janoo.
Massachusetts voters retain legal pot, gun control measures
Massachusetts voters made decisions on nine ballot questions Tuesday.
New Paltz town, village voters reject ballot measure to consolidate municipalities
A ballot measure to consolidate the town and village of New Paltz was defeated Tuesday. Village residents opposed the measure 59% to 40%, according to unofficial results. Town residents opposed consolidation 64% to 35%.
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The Democratic governor won her second full term, easily defeating Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman.
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A Chicago developer made a $10 million cash offer that the college accepted last week. The goal is to close in February 2027.
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Firstman's new film is about a gay party promoter whose life is upended when he discovers he has a young son. "Arlo teaches Peter to grow up, and I think Peter teaches Arlo to be a kid," he says.
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As speaker, the New York Democrat would be second in the presidential line of succession, after the vice president. He has vowed to focus on affordability and holding the administration accountable.
