Three of New York City's 5 counties suffered among the largest population declines in the country last year, with only New York County bucking the trend, according to US census data.
The United Federation of Teachers said there would be consequences for retirees and current city workers, referring to yearly health care premiums of $1,500 for the latter “if the unions don’t go along with it.”
In a hard-to-predict race with half a dozen top contenders, all eyes are on key media endorsements and get out the vote efforts as early voting begins.