New York NOW

Nov 01 2024 100 ep. 27 mins 154
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’New York NOW’ is New York State’s Emmy Award-winning, in-depth public affairs program, featuring news, interviews and analysis from the Capitol in Albany. Each week, ’New York NOW’ probes politicians, civil servants, journalists and others to examine the impact of public policy on residents of the Empire State.

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Everything You Need to Prepare for Election Day

Nov 01 2024 26 mins  
Election Day is in less than one week! NY& Voting examines the factors that discourage people from voting and how the state is working to improve access to the ballots. A New York Supreme Court Judge ruled that the state's even-year election law was unconstitutional. We spoke with State Sen. James Skoufis (D-Orange County) to discuss the ruling and plans for appeal. Casting one

Amtrak's Shocking Service Cuts & Election Day Polls

Oct 25 2024 26 mins  
With just a two weeks until Election Day, a new Siena College Research Institute poll is showing positive results for Democrats and the Equal Rights Ballot Measure amongst New Yorkers. Assembly Members John McDonald (D-Rensselaer County) and Patricia Fahy (D-Albany County) join us to discuss their letter to the federal transportation secretary over changes to the Amtrak northeast s

The Polling Site Problem, Medicaid for EMS Workers

Oct 18 2024 26 mins  
Blair Horner, executive director of the New York Public Interest Research Group, joins us to discuss an analysis showing the lack of polling sites on college campuses with large student populations - despite state law. A newly signed state law allows for EMS workers to receive Medicaid reimbursement for certain healthcare services. We dive into the implementation of the law and how

How NY’s 988 Crisis Line is Helping Save Lives

Oct 04 2024 26 mins  
Every year, over 1,700 New Yorkers die from suicide. Dr. Ann Sullivan, Commissioner of the NYS Office of Mental Health, explains how the 988 crisis line is helping save lives. Beth Haroules from the NYCLU unpacks the legal implications of mask bans across New York. Are these laws protecting public safety or infringing on civil rights? EXPLORE MORE: nynow.org

New York's Climate Challenges & Health Care Issues Explained

Sep 27 2024 26 mins  
New York City Mayor Eric Adams faces criminal charges of conspiracy, bribery and fraud. Federal prosecutors allege the mayor granted favors in exchange for luxury gifts and campaign donations. October 1st is the deadline for the state to choose one vendor to work with patients enrolled in the consumer directed personal assistance program (CDPAP). State Sen. Gustavo Rivera (D-Senate

Equal Rights Ballot Measure, SUNY Vision for New School Year

Sep 20 2024 26 mins  
Apart from the historic presidential election, New Yorkers also have an important decision to make on the ballot this year with the Equal Rights Amendment. To discuss the impact of the measure and plans to educate voters ahead of election day, we spoke with State Sen. Liz Krueger (D-Manhattan). The new school year is officially underway. SUNY Chancellor John King talks how the visi

Harris-Trump Debate Highlights and 9/11: 23 Years Later

Sep 13 2024 26 mins  
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo testified before Congress on his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and nursing homes. The presidential race is in full swing. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump had their first debate - complete with personal jabs and sparring over immigration, the economy and reproductive rights. New York State Democratic Party Chair Jay Jacobs

Governor Aide Arrested, Calls for Increased Emergency Contract Transparency, 2024 NYS State Fair

Sep 06 2024 26 mins  
Former Hochul-Cuomo Aide was arrested and charged this week with federal charges. Linda Sun is accused of using her position in state government to help push the agenda of China and the Chinese Communist Party. Gov. Kathy Hochul is facing calls from good-government groups to sign a bill that would increase transparency of state emergency contracts. Patrick Orecki, of the Citizens B

State Sen. James Skoufis, The Impact of Climate Change on the Hudson River

Aug 30 2024 26 mins  
On This Week's Edition Catch this week's show on your local PBS member station, or watch on YouTube, Facebook, or using the free PBS app anytime after Friday. A podcast version is available wherever you normally get podcasts. Under newly-signed legislation, small craft manufacturers will be able to ship cider, spirts and meads directly to consumers across the state. We discuss

NY Leaders Endorse Kamala Harris, State to Close Some Prisons

Aug 23 2024 26 mins  
New York elected officials traveled to Chicago this week for the Democratic National Convention. Along with Democrats, the Working Families Party is supporting Vice President Kamala Harris in her bid for the White House. We sit down with Jasmine Gripper, co-director of the New York Working Families Party, for more. The state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision annou