New York NOW

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.

Battle for Medical Marijuana Sites

This week in our latest Innovation Trail report, Jenna Flanagan visits one downstate company hoping to grow and distribute medical marijuana after the state passed legislation allowing it last year. Also in the reporters roundtable, we discuss coverage of the last scheduled week of the legislative session.

North Country Manhunt

Examine the improbable North Country prison escape and subsequent manhunt with our colleague from Mountain Lake PBS, Thom Hallock. Also, a unique discussion on the importance of the historic Silver v. Pataki lawsuit from earlier this century with former Westchester Assemblyman Richard Brodsky and Bob Bullock of the Rockefeller Institute.

Gianaris on Ethics, Cuomo, End of Session

Democratic Senator Mike Gianaris joins us this week to discuss the arrest of Dean Skelos, the continuing controversy over education policy, and his conference%apos;s relationship with Governor Andrew Cuomo. We also review the top headlines from a busy week at the Capitol and offer analysis at our Reporters Roundtable.

Pataki Announces Presidential Run

Former NYS Gov. George Pataki announced his presidential run this week in the birthplace of the Republican Party in New Hampshire. Watch extended coverage on his announcement and reaction from Pataki and former members of his administration. We also analyze another contentious week in Albany. Lastly, our Innovation Trail reporter looks at the fight over the extension of rent control.

Senate Majority Leader Flanagan; Logger Training Program

After Senator Dean Skelos was arrested and left his position as majority leader, his fellow Long Islander John Flanagan succeeded him after a close conference vote. We sit down with Flanagan to discuss his views on the Dream Act, the Safe Act, and a host of other end-of-session priorities for Republicans. We also take a look at a logger training program that's included in this year's budget.