New York NOW

We dive into the legacy of Willowbrook State School and investigative journalist Geraldo Rivera's shocking expose on the state institute - leading to its closure
We speak with Vicky Hiffa, executive director of the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, about the documentary commemorating the 50th anniversary of Rivera's reporting
Maureen O'Brien of the New York State Industries for the Disables (NYSID) talks through workforce opportunities for people with developmental disabilities and state support
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New York — and the rest of the country — is experiencing a mental health crisis, with a huge demand in services and a system that can't keep up.
We speak with Dr. Ann Marie Sullivan, commissioner of the state Office of Mental Health, about what the state's doing, the challenges that still exist, and what someone should do if they're struggling with their mental health.
Suicide prevention is key, but often overlooked in certain demographics. We'll tell you more.
Dan Egan from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (Capital Region Chair) talks about mental health in New York today, and how more lives could be saved.
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On this week's edition of New York NOW (9/22/2023)
An update on the state's migrant crisis, after Gov. Kathy Hochul met with President Joe Biden this week.
SUNY Chancellor John King joins us to discuss the new semester, and his vision for the future of the public college and university system.
Research shows after school activities can have a positive impact on the mental health of young adults. YouthFX is an organization dedicated to teaching youth how to tell impactful stories through film. Producer Catherine Rafferty has the details.
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On this week's edition of New York NOW (9/15/2023):
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado joined us to discuss his first year in office and what's ahead. (Originally aired June 2023)
Should New York's budget process be more transparent? We discuss with Sen. Jim Tedisco, R-Saratoga. (Originally aired July 2023)

On this week's edition of New York NOW (9/08/2023):
New York's courts were impacted by the pandemic, but problems existed before COVID-19. We'll discuss the future of New York's court system with Hank Greenberg, chair of the Commission to Reimagine the Future of New York's Courts, and a past president of the New York State Bar Association.
Should New York's graduation requirements for grade school students change? The New York State Education Department is considering that now. Producer Catherine Rafferty has details.
A new On The Bill looks at how changing the payment structure for ambulances around the state could eliminate a lot of the headache around collecting that money.
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On the latest edition of New York NOW (9/01/2023):
It's the start of the new school year in New York. We'll chat about education, schools, and more with Melinda Person, president of New York State United Teachers.
The Great New York State Fair runs through Labor Day. Reporter Shantel Destra spends a day at the fair and brings it to you.
What's the future of artificial intelligence in New York? Zach Williams from Bloomberg Government has been covering that, and joins us to explain.
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Join us as we delve into vital environmental issues in New York with insights from State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, the New York Department of Environmental Conservation, and Gavin Donohue of IPPNY. 
Learn about the Green Amendment, Environmental Bond Act, and clean energy goals. 
Discover how these efforts are shaping a greener future for the state.
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On this week's edition of New York NOW (8/18/2023):
The state Legislature in New York has passed a bill that would ban wildlife killing contests in the state, sparking some controversy and misinformation. We'll break down the bill with Brian Shapiro, the New York state director at the Human Society of the United States.
Lawmakers also considered legislation related to health insurance and health care this year, while insurance companies propose higher rates for consumers. We'll discuss that and more with Eric Linzer, president and CEO of the New York Health Plan Association.
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On this week's edition of New York NOW (8/11/2023):
New York's influx of asylum seekers continues, with more being transported upstate this week. A few weeks ago, we brought you a special discussion on the situation. This week, we speak with Assemblymember Angelo Santabarbara, D-Schenectady, about a bill he's introduced that he says would help better organize the process.
Concerns over the integrity of elections began to pop up during, and after, the 2020 election, including in New York. So, how confident should you be in New York's elections, and voting? We'll explain the entire process, and how your vote is protected, in a new installment of NY&.
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On this week's edition of New York NOW (8/04/2023):
How will New York spend the $4.2 billion that voters authorized it to borrow last year, to adapt to climate change? And is New York taking your gas stove away? We'll answer those questions with DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos and NYSERDA President & CEO Doreen Harris.
A new installment of our segment New York By The Numbers, which uses a number to tell about something in New York you might not know about. This week's number is 13.8, and deals with access to high-speed internet in New York.
Gov. Hochul and New York City Mayor Eric Adams team up for an announcement on public safety in New York City. We'll have details.
Plus, what's next for mental health in New York's schools? New funding is available.