Langworthy, Kennedy clash on voter ID
Western New York’s two congressmen split sharply over a GOP voter ID bill, according to Spectrum News. The Republican-led House passed the SAVE America Act, which would require proof of citizenship to register and government-issued ... more
Elections chief steps down in Cayuga
Cayuga County will soon have a new elections leader, according to The Citizen, as Democratic Commissioner Keith Batman steps down after just over a year on the job. His resignation takes effect Feb. 28. Batman ... more
Weatherup jumps into open CNY Assembly race
An open Assembly seat in northern Cayuga County now has its first contender. Oswego County Legislature Chairman Jim Weatherup entered the 120th District race, according to The Citizen, after Will Barclay announced he won’t seek ... more
Wayne Democrats back 2026 candidates
Wayne County Democrats have lined up behind three candidates for Congress and the State Legislature ahead of the 2026 election. The Wayne County Democratic Committee voted during its general monthly meeting in Lyons on February ... more
Robin Wilt jumps into NY-25 race
A new Democrat wants to unseat a three-term incumbent in New York’s 25th Congressional District, according to Finger Lakes Daily News. Robin Wilt has launched a primary challenge against U.S. Rep. Joe Morelle in the ... more
Blakeman blames Hochul for high energy costs
Nassau County Executive and Republican candidate for governor Bruce Blakeman claims Gov. Kathy Hochul’s energy policies are driving up electricity bills across New York. In a press release issued Feb. 12, Blakeman pointed to comments ... more
Blakeman accepts GOP nomination, outlines plan to cut taxes and overhaul public safety policies
GARDEN CITY — Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman formally accepted the Republican nomination for governor Wednesday, laying out an agenda centered on tax cuts, energy policy changes and tougher public safety measures. Blakeman sharply criticized ... more
Progressive Delgado ends bid challenging Hochul in Democratic primary
Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado ended his bid for governor Tuesday, saying his campaign no longer had a viable path forward. India Walton, who joined the ticket as a running mate, also suspended her role in ... more
Sheriff race narrows to Franklin as Major drops out
One candidate dropped out and reshaped the sheriff’s race Monday, according to The Citizen. Chris Major ended his campaign for Cayuga County sheriff and threw his support behind Rob Franklin after the Conservative Party backed ... more
Lea Webb launches reelection bid
Surrounded by supporters and top Democrats, Sen. Lea Webb kicked off her reelection campaign at a Binghamton gala, according to WENY. Webb announced her run during the People’s Purple Ball, an event that drew community ... more
Rich McCarron adds two endorsements in 48th Senate race
Rich McCarron picked up back-to-back endorsements Saturday as he campaigns for State Senate District 48, signaling growing support across Cayuga and Onondaga counties. The Cayuga County Conservatives endorsed McCarron during a morning event in Auburn ... more
Larry Sharpe jumps into GOP primary
A longtime third-party contender is shaking up New York’s governor’s race, according to Spectrum News 1. Libertarian candidate Larry Sharpe announced he’s entering the Republican primary, even as party leaders line up behind Nassau County ... more
Deadline nears to change party enrollment: Ontario County leaders talk process
Ontario County voters have a Valentine’s Day deadline if they want to change their party enrollment before the June primary. The Ontario County Board of Elections says Saturday, Feb. 14, marks the cutoff to update ... more
Auburn fire union leader backs Major for Cayuga sheriff
A key labor leader in Cayuga County has thrown his support behind a candidate for sheriff. Ryan Guerrette, president of the Auburn Firefighters Union, has endorsed Chris Major in the race for Cayuga County Sheriff, ... more
Hochul keeps running mate secret
One offer, one acceptance—and a lot of suspense—as Gov. Kathy Hochul locked in a new running mate ahead of the Democratic convention, according to Spectrum News 1. She confirmed the choice exists but refused to ... more
Blakeman seizes GOP spotlight
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman vaulted into the Republican governor’s race after Elise Stefanik bowed out, according to iHeartRadio. He used a Conservative Party conference in Albany to hammer Kathy Hochul over energy policies he ... more
Delgado taps India Walton as runningmate
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado is rolling the dice with a progressive pick, naming Buffalo activist India Walton as his running mate, according to POLITICO. The move aims to energize the party’s left as Delgado mounts ... more
Williamson Democrat jumps into race for Assembly District 130
A former auto industry executive is jumping into the race for a wide-open Assembly seat, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Joe Lamanna of Williamson announced his bid for the 130th District, becoming the second ... more
Auburn police captains won’t endorse in 2026
Auburn’s police captains are sitting out this election cycle — choosing neutrality over political endorsements, according to The Citizen. The Auburn Police Command Unit says staying impartial protects public trust and avoids any perception of ... more
