New York NOW

Kermit Roosevelt Discusses 'Allegiance'

The great-great grandson of Theodore Roosevelt, Kermit Roosevelt, joins us to talk about his new book 'Allegiance,' a fact-based novel that examines the home front during World War II when large numbers of Japanese-Americans were brought to internment camps after the bombing of Pearl Harbor on December 7th, 1941. At our Reporters Roundtable we discuss the week in news.

DA Soares critical of Cuomo

Following controversies involving the killing of unarmed civilians by members of police forces across the country, Gov. Cuomo issued an executive order giving special prosecutor powers to AG Schneiderman in these cases. DA David Soares, an opponent of the order, shares his view. At our Roundtable we discuss Cuomo's Cuba trip, his $15 min wage proposal, and the annexation request in Orange County.

Buffalo Rebirth, New Adirondack Trails

We travel to Buffalo for a look at how the city is revitalizing its waterfront. 'Canalside,' after years of being a series of empty lots, attracted over a million people in 2014. We also visit another icon waiting for its rebirth: Central Terminal Train Station. Lastly, get a first look at the new trails opened up by the state in a remote section of the Adirondacks.

Rep. Tonko on Iran Deal, Hillary Slump

Congressman Paul Tonko sits down with us to discuss President Obama's 'Clean Power Plan,' his vote on the Iran nuclear deal and 2016 politics, particularly involving Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton who has struggled in the polls this summer. In our InnovationTrail report, Jenna Flanagan goes inside the property tax cap debate.

Albany Watchdog on Capitol Corruption

Longtime Albany watchdog Blair Horner of the New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPIRG) joins us to discuss the recent rash of corruption at the State Capitol. At our Reporters Roundtable we analyze the week in news including the battle against Legionnaires' disease and the hunt for a new head of the Joint Commission on Public Ethics.

Health of the Hudson River

How healthy is the Hudson River? Our Innovation Trail report examines the purity of the upstate water in the Hudson River with a look at efforts to reduce contamination and rehabilitate the river. We also sit down with comptroller Tom DiNapoli to discuss the state of New York's financial health.

'Buffalo Billion' Transparency

Journalist Jim Heaney discusses what he says is a 'lack of transparency' regarding one of Governor Andrew Cuomo's signature projects, 'The Buffalo Billion.' Also, author Philip Plotch discusses the history and politics behind one of the the largest-scale infrastructure projects in the nation, the building of the new Tappan Zee Bridge. Lastly, State Senator Tom Libous convicted in federal court.

New Tappan Zee Bridge Under Construction

Take a closer look at the construction of the new Tappan Zee Bridge, one of the most expensive infrastructure projects in the US, slated to be complete by mid-2018. We discuss financing issues, milestones, and environmental concerns with a special advisor to the governor. Also, Congressman Chris Gibson joins us to talk about the Iran nuclear deal, ethics, and Donald Trump.

Hochul on Future, Legislative Session

Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul discusses the legislative session, the 'enough is enough' bill, whether she aspires to become the first female governor in NY, and Gov. Cuomo's relationship with NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio. At our Reporters Roundtable we examine rent laws & the governor's appointment of the Attorney General as special prosecutor in cases where unarmed civilians are killed by police.

Interview with Heather Briccetti

Heather Briccetti, The Business Council President and CEO, joins us this week to explain her thoughts on Cuomo's 2015 business approach. This week marked the final hearing by a board specifically appointed by Governor Andrew Cuomo to consider raising the wage for fast-food workers across the state.