New Yorkers head to the polls for first day of early voting

Bright and early, and with breakfast in hand for the volunteers, Mayor Zoran Mamdani was at the Met ready to cast his vote. For New Yorkers who are concerned in a city where time is one of the most precious resources, voting early, you can do so in five minutes. Five minutes that voters say is worth so much more to them. It's very important. It is my responsibility and my privilege. I've been voting for 70 years. It's time for a change. We've been in chaotic, we've had some chaotic measures in the past four or five years, and we've got to get it right this time. A hot item on the ballot is the race for New York governor. Republican candidate Bruce Blakeman spent some time in Brooklyn, still rallying his supporters to go out and vote early. Meanwhile, Governor Hochul took to X, reminding everyone that today is also the last day to register to vote in New York and how they can find their polling place. Also on the ballot for this midterm in New York City are five new ballot proposals that impacts how the city operates. You can find out more on our website. I voted for four of the five. It was number three and the Landmarks Commission said not to vote for it, so I didn't. The early voting period will last until Sunday, November 1st. Morgan Scott, News 12.