NYC NOW Morning Headlines: Over 700,000 New Yorkers Vote Early, Trash Collection Pause, and SNL Spoofs NYC Mayoral Race
Nov 3, 2025
Early voting in New York City saw a dramatic rise, with over 735,000 ballots cast, marking a significant increase from past elections. On Election Day, all trash, recycling, and compost collection will be paused, leading to some logistical changes for residents. Adding a humorous twist, Saturday Night Live featured a parody of the NYC mayoral race, cleverly mocking candidates like Mamdani, Cuomo, and Sliwa. The forecast for Election Week hints at some rainy midday weather and cooler temperatures.
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Massive Early Voting Surge
- Early voting in NYC surged to more than 735,000 over nine days, over five times 2021 turnout.
- This shows heightened voter engagement ahead of tomorrow's mayoral election.
Voters Explain Their Picks
- Voters described why they chose their candidates at an East Flatbush YMCA polling site.
- Demetrius Prince cited experience for Andrew Cuomo while George Hutchinson wanted change with Zohran Mamdani.
When To Vote On Election Day
- Polls in NYC open at 6 AM and close at 9 PM on Election Day.
- If you're in line by 9 PM, you can still cast your ballot.