Things look grim now -- and will probably get worse -- but the city still faces a fairly bright future, if government makes the right decisions.

Another term for Mayor Bloomberg would let him run city schools for four more years-- if the legislature extends mayoral control. Look for a tough fight with warring statistics, rival reports and lots of spin.

The silver lining in the current economic turmoil could be federal funds for transportation projects. The MTA is making its list, but there are sure to be lots of restrictions -- and competition.

Another term for Mayor Bloomberg would let him run city schools for four more years-- if the legislature extends mayoral control. Look for a tough fight with warring statistics, rival reports and lots of spin.

After much debate and opposition, the City Council Thursday approved a plan to develop Willets Point, a polluted industrial area of Queens. To win support, the administration agreed to provide more affordable housing on the site and to protections for local businesses.

Election Day brought change to Albany too as Democrats won the State Senate, solidifying their power in New York. A group of experts tell us what that could mean for spending, transit, health -- and more.

As the steward of City Hall integrity, the Conflicts of Interest Board was thrust into the limelight during the term-limits debate. A look at how it balances government ethics and private interests.

Workers in service industries and construction stand to face tough times as the economy spirals down.

The plummeting economy hits New York's immigrant communities. Also, the lost campaign issue, wages for deliverymen -- and more from the foreign language press.