A crowded field of candidates want to capitalize on the scandal-plagued incumbent mayor’s rock-bottom popularity and make the move to Gracie Mansion.

Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg endorsed Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayor's race Tuesday. "In sizing up the field in the race for mayor, there is one candidate whose management experience and government know-how stand above the others: Andrew Cuomo,

The New York Times opinion section published a new format of mayoral endorsement on Thursday that names City Comptroller Brad Lander as the candidate best positioned to lead New York City.

Andrew Cuomo snagged the endorsement of fellow former Gov. David Paterson Wednesday — after also cinching the backing of ex-Mayor Mike Bloomberg. Paterson announced he was backing Cuomo

Former mayor Mike Bloomberg has endorsed Andrew Cuomo in the race for mayor — a rare move for the billionaire that comes just two weeks before primary day.

Former Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg is backing former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo for mayor of New York City. Former Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg on Tuesday announced that he was backing former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo in the New York City mayor’s race, giving Mr. Cuomo an endorsement coveted by many of the Democratic candidates in the race.

Former Mayor Mike Bloomberg is endorsing Andrew Cuomo in the New York City Democratic primary, saying the ex-governor is best equipped to run the Big Apple.