New York NOW
’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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Monday Feb 25, 2013
Monday Feb 25, 2013
Discover the fascinating history of Grand Central Terminal as it celebrates its centennial this month. We sit down with two authors who've written new books on the famed station. We also hear from three freshmen legislators who discuss their goals and their role in a memorable first six weeks of session. Also, an interview with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about the financial woes of upstate cities.
Tuesday Feb 19, 2013
Tuesday Feb 19, 2013
After being concealed for a decade, a controversial painting is uncovered at the State Education Building. State Education Commissioner John King shares his thoughts on the mural and explains why viewers should treat it as an educational opportunity. At the Reporters Roundtable, discussion of the week's headlines including challenges Gov. Cuomo faces, minimum wage, hydrofracking, & JCOPE.
Monday Feb 11, 2013
Monday Feb 11, 2013
DEC Commissioner Joe Martens took a grilling from lawmakers at his appearance before the joint budget hearing in Albany. Hydrofracking was what most lawmakers wanted to get information on. Also, we take a look at a proposal in Gov. Cuomo's Executive Budget that has unions representing police and fire fighters upset. Finally, we look at national headlines made by Assemblyman Steve McLaughlin.
Monday Feb 04, 2013
Monday Feb 04, 2013
Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver discusses his legislative priorities this session and shares his thoughts on teacher evaluations, casino gaming, and minimum wage increase. He also talks about his role in the Vito Lopez sexual harassment scandal and the Joint Commission on Public Ethics'(JCOPE) investigation in to the matter. Also, remembering longtime New York City Mayor Ed Koch.
Monday Jan 28, 2013
Monday Jan 28, 2013
The Reporters Roundtable discusses Gov. Andrew Cuomo's 2013-14 Executive Budget and Management Plan and how the government will deliver the minimum wage increases, education reform, and Super Storm Sandy relief. Karen DeWitt interviews New York State Budget Director Bob Megna to get his thoughts on the plan.
Tuesday Jan 22, 2013
Tuesday Jan 22, 2013
With the quick passage of new gun control legislation, the NY SAFE ACT, many towns and businesses are bracing for impact. We take a look at what's in the new legislation and head to Ilion, NY, a community that was built around guns, whose residents are starting to worry about the future.
Monday Jan 14, 2013
Monday Jan 14, 2013
Analysis of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's 2013 State of the State address where he focused on upstate development, women's rights and more controversially, stricter gun control laws. A strong voice against stricter gun control laws, Hudson Valley Senator Greg Ball, sat down with us to discuss the governor's proposals and recent controversy involving The Journal News in the lower Hudson Valley.
Monday Jan 07, 2013
Monday Jan 07, 2013
During Nelson Rockefeller's term as NY's 49th governor he tackled some big projects, none bigger than the massive Empire State Plaza adjacent to the Capitol. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the former governor from two men who worked for him & one man who covered him as a reporter. Also, discussion of the week's news including Sandy aid, gun legislation, & the upcoming State of the State Address.
Monday Dec 31, 2012
Monday Dec 31, 2012
Legislative reporters gather for an extended roundtable discussion on our year-ending program. We take a look back at 2012 to review what was accomplished legislatively, discuss some of the surprises that happened on Election Day, and look forward to 2013 to consider what may be on tap for legislators.
Monday Dec 17, 2012
Monday Dec 17, 2012
Most of us know about DNA, the genetic building blocks that make us unique. But in recent years, there's been interest in RNA- a molecule that controls how our genes are expressed. The Innovation Trail takes a look into the million dollar RNA research project at the University at Albany. Also, Senators Dean Skelos & Mike Gianaris talk about the new GOP/IDC coalition in the chamber.
