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The Weekly Watchdog: Ballot Myths Busted, AI Tricks Exposed

October 9, 2025 - We’ve got several Citizens Union-related stories, from quelling even-year election fears, to small victories in the City Council, to 5BORO’s upcoming Childcare Summit. We also spotlight a troubling example of why AI regulation in elections is urgently needed and wrap up with some fun reads to close out your week. Enjoy!

The Weekly Watchdog: Power grab attempts everywhere

October 3, 2025 - We’re entering the final stretch of the mayoral race and that means the movers and shakers of NYC are attempting a final frenzied push to shape the outcome of the election before voters head to the polls. This week, Mayor Adams dropped out of the race, Council Members are jockeying to be the next Speaker, and even community boards are being fought over! Read it all and more in this week’s Watchdog.

The Weekly Watchdog: Rushed Rules and Power Plays

September 26, 2025 - Good afternoon! It’s Friday, and those barks you hear in the distance? That’s your Weekly Watchdog at your door! We've got a good rundown of stories for you this week, from Citizens Union saving the day to some interesting city stats you may like to peruse. Enjoy!

The Weekly Watchdog: Yes on All: Our Ballot Picks & the Watchdog Roundup

September 19, 2025 - Good afternoon! Happy Friday. Welcome to the Watchdog. We’ve got a lot on our plate today, including our positions on the ballot questions, drama in the world of good government nonprofits, and what it may mean for our local democracy if Mayor Adams drops out of the race. Enjoy!

The Weekly Watchdog: Let the consolidation begin

September 5, 2025 - Good morning! Happy Friday. Hope you enjoyed the shortened week. We have quite a lot going on in the land of power and corruption within New York this week, none of which has been resolved. Take a look and stay up to date with this week's Weekly Watchdog.

The Weekly Watchdog: Scandals, Shrugs & Small-Time Graft

August 29 2005 - Happy Friday and happy Labor Day Weekend! As you prepare to kick-off your long weekend why don't you start it with us and the latest in NYC corruption and good government? Enjoy this week's Weekly Watchdog

The Weekly Watchdog: The best bribe of the year goes to….

August 22, 2025 - It’s Eric Adams’ world, and we’re still living in it apparently, or at least according to all these headlines about him and his associates. Where do we even start? We’re not sure, but we’re gonna try! So, grab a bag of popcorn (or a Herr’s bag of sour cream and onion potato chips with more than a hundred bucks hidden inside) and dive into this week’s Weekly Watchdog

The Weekly Watchdog: Your Friday Fix

August 15, 2025 - It’s Eric Adams’ world, and we’re still living in it apparently, or at least according to all these headlines about him and his associates. Where do we even start? We’re not sure, but we’re gonna try! So, grab a bag of popcorn (or a Herr’s bag of sour cream and onion potato chips with more than a hundred bucks hidden inside) and dive into this week’s Weekly Watchdog.

The Weekly Watchdog: How Super PACs lost

August 8, 2025 - Which former official is suing the police this week? Who's promising to undo New York's anti-gerrymandering protections? And where did all the outside money in the primary election go to? Read below to find out

The Weekly Watchdog: Tragedy in Midtown

August 1, 2025 - It’s been a scorching week in New York City — in more ways than one. We saw record heat, flash flooding, and a horrific and heartbreaking Midtown shooting. But the political temperature rose too, as New York looks to prepare itself for a national redistricting fight and the results of a very strange and very close Republican primary race in Brooklyn were certified. Here’s what you need to know:

The Weekly Watchdog: Trump Sues NYC

July 25, 2025 - It wasn’t long ago that Mayor Adams was making peace with the Trump administration—appearing to cut a deal to dodge those pesky federal corruption charges. Now? The feds are suing him

The Weekly Watchdog: The Former Commish too?

July 18th, 2025 - We thought our last edition of the Watchdog was a one-time NYPD special. Ah, we have so much to learn! And you can learn, too. Want to know how to make tracking devices disappear from your squad car? Curious who gets taxpayer-funded security while teeing off with Trump? Wondering how to bankroll a campaign when the city cuts off your public funds? Or who’s pitching City Hall access at a crypto conference? We’ve got answers.

The Weekly Watchdog: Policing the police

July 11, 2025 - Sure, the city’s boiling — but the real heat is coming from the bombshell lawsuits from former high-ranking chiefs at One Police Plaza. In this week’s watchdog, we bring you allegations of corruption at the highest levels of the NYPD, potential straw donors linked to a certain mayoral campaign, and taxpayer spending on personal legal battels. We’ve even got some potential City Charter violations as a bonus. Enjoy!

The Weekly Watchdog: Reforms Behind the Win

July 4, 2025 - Happy fourth of July! As you wait for your hot dogs, burgers, or tofu on the grill (how long does it take, anyway?), here’s your quick recap of this week’s biggest news on ethics, democracy, and policy in New York City. Backroom deals, whistleblowers, big money, and loyal donors await you below

Weekly Watchdog: $250,000 for District Leader?

June 8, 2025 - Rise and shine! Welcome to this week's Weekly Watchdog. We have a good batch of stories this week, from Citizens Union's continued momentum with both Charter Revision Commissions to some sketchy politicking in the Bronx.

The Weekly Watchdog: Prepare for the voting booth

Welcome to the Weekly Watchdog. It's a beautiful day out so make sure you get your daily dose of vitamin D from the sun. But first, we have to give you your weekly dose of what is what in good government reform. Enjoy!

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