Ulrich wins in Queens Council race
By LEANNA BURTON Incumbents won two southern Queens races for City Council that focused on issues ranging from stop-and-frisk to transportationy. Council member Erich Ulrich, …[read more]
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Referendum to Expand Casino Gambling Wins
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New teachers eye mayoral debate on charter schools
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Carrión campaign falters even in Bronx
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Hynes fights to continue as Brooklyn DA
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