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Teaching Tech to Older Adults

See how Older Adults Technology Services helps older adults learn to navigate computers and the internet. We detail the governor's crisscrossing of the state, unveiling some plans ahead of the State of the State - and - for the first time in 2016, both chambers were back in session. Lastly, Chuck Schumer on President Obama's executive action and we remember former Chief Judge Judith Kaye.

2015 Year in Review

This week at an extended Reporters Roundtable we take a look back at the year 2015 in politics, a year dominated by legislative corruption. Silver, Skelos, Libous, Smith and Sampson were all a legislative or conference leader at one time and all were brought down by U.S. Attorney for the Southern District, Preet Baharara. We also look ahead to the 2016 legislative session and election season.

Hursh on the 'End of Public Education'

University of Rochester Professor David Hursh sits down with us to discuss new book, 'The End of Public Education.' Also, we have analysis of the Dean Skelos verdict. Finally, in our Innovation Trail report, we take a look at how some people diagnosed with a mental illness are coping through performance art.

Skelos Trial, Common Core, REDC Awards

This week we discuss the Dean Skelos corruption trial, review the reboot announced for the Common Core and we take a look back at what many have called 'The Hunger Games': the annual Regional Economic Development awards. Also, Bennett Liebman of the the Government Law Center at Albany Law School takes us through a history of the Moreland Act, including the most recent ones created by Andrew Cuomo.

Silver Found Guilty of Corruption

Former Speaker Sheldon Silver was found guilty of operating several corrupt schemes in which he essentially monetized his powerful position as leader of the Assembly to illegally gain over $4 million dollars. This week we have reaction and analysis of the verdict which leaves Silver facing up to around 20 years in prison.

Authors on Catskills, WWII History

Author Stephen Silverman discusses his book 'The Catskills: Its History and How it Changed America,' where he examines the country's first great vacationland through the poets, gangsters and the rich and famous that frequented the area. Also, Kermit Roosevelt, great-great grandson of Theodore Roosevelt, on his fictional thriller that looks at how America treated Japanese Americans during WWII.

Outgoing Chief Judge Lippman

Outgoing Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman reflects upon his time in office and discusses the mandatory retirement age of 70, which he faces later this year. Meanwhile, this week's Reporter's Roundtable takes a look at the legislative leaders facing federal corruption charges and the lawsuit filed by Attorney General Eric Schneiderman against fantasy sports websites Draft Kings and Fan Duel.

Deer Population Control

Hunting season has begun across the state and how best to control the population is a topic being debated among hunters, forestry experts and animal rights advocates. We take a look at the arguments in our Innovation Trail report. At our Reporters Roundtable we discuss the week's events including the minimum wage for state workers and the first harvest of medical marijuana plants.

Newly-Elected Senator Fred Akshar

Senator Fred Akshar discusses his victory over Democrat Barbara Fiala in the 52nd Senate District special election. Lawmaker Tom Libous lost his seat after he was found guilty of lying to the FBI. Akshar, a Republican like Libous, now represents his home region which has been hurting economically. Also, Jimmy Vielkind describes the scene as former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver went on trial.

Interview with Former Senate Majority Leader Mitchell

Former U.S. Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell (D-Maine) discusses efforts to broker peace in Northern Ireland & where the current political climate ranks in our nation's history. Highlights & analysis of the televised debate between candidates for the only state senate race, Barbara Fiala (D) & Fred Akshar (R). Also, a look at the comptroller's formula for measuring a town's fiscal health.