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 Sep 24, 2012
Monday Sep 24, 2012
With less than half of their students arriving to kindergarten school-ready, community leaders in Chemung County developed a comprehensive early intervention plan to help their children become emotionally and developmentally prepared to thrive in school. We take a look at this program, the results, & the cost. Also, we discuss the hydrofracking delay, primaries, and the upcoming fiscal year.
Monday Sep 17, 2012
Monday Sep 17, 2012
Our reporters analyze the outcome of Primary Day in New York. Senator Steve Saland from Poughkeepsie and Senator Roy McDonald from the Saratoga/Troy area, two Republican members of the state senate who voted 'Yes' on same sex marriage, are in tight races that will be decided by absentee ballots. Also, we have the latest on JCOPE's investigation into the state assembly's sexual harassment scandal.
Sunday Sep 09, 2012
Sunday Sep 09, 2012
Reporters discuss the sexual harassment scandal involving Brooklyn Assembly Member Vito Lopez and the impact the ethics investigation may have on the Assembly. Also, analysis of Gov. Cuomo's speech during the Democratic National Convention and a look at the upcoming primaries. Innovation Trail report on a program that helps girls obtain an education in science, technology, engineering and math.
Monday Aug 27, 2012
Monday Aug 27, 2012
One year after the destruction caused by Tropical Storms Irene and Lee, we revisit two towns that were the hardest-hit. Howard Glaser, the Director of State Operations, takes us around the town of Margaretville as he talks about the recovery effort. Also, we sit down with Assemblyman Peter Lopez and Prattsville town supervisor Kory O'Hara to discuss how the Greene County town is managing.
Monday Aug 20, 2012
Monday Aug 20, 2012
Get a rare, behind-the-scenes tour of one of the finest works of architecture in Albany: the State Education Building. The former Director of Facilities & Business Services takes us inside the magnificent, 100 year old structure. NYS Education Commissioner John King talks about the goal of the teacher evaluation plan. Also, a report on technology being used to track & report environmental threats.
Monday Aug 13, 2012
Monday Aug 13, 2012
Rep. Bill Owens (D) Plattsburgh, the first Democrat to represent what is now the 23rd district since the 1870s, discusses his rematch against Matt Doheny (R) Watertown as well as issues in & around the Adirondack Park. Also, analysis of headlines including gun control, the state's land purchase in the Adirondacks, bath salts, & why Cuomo won't make a speech at the Democratic National Convention.
Monday Aug 06, 2012
Monday Aug 06, 2012
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman talks about his accomplishments in office, so far, including his crusade to prevent the spread of synthetic drugs as well as his Internet System for Tracking Over-Prescribing Act (I-STOP). He also comments on reports that Gov. Cuomo's administration edited records from his time as attorney general. Also, our reporters convene to analyze recent headlines.
Monday Jul 30, 2012
Monday Jul 30, 2012
With the summer Olympics underway in London, England, 'New York NOW' heads to Lake Placid, home of the 1932 & 1980 Winter games. Ted Blazer, President & CEO of the Olympic Regional Development Authority, discusses whether Lake Placid could host the Olympics for a third time. Also, 3 men who played vital roles during the 1980 Olympic games, share their memories & reflect on the 'miracle on ice.'
Monday Jul 23, 2012
Monday Jul 23, 2012
Robert Reich, Chancellor's Professor of Public Policy at UC-Berkeley and former Secretary of Labor under President Bill Clinton, discusses the economy and upcoming presidential election. Dr. Peggy Wozniak talks about the Court of Appeals decision that allows small school districts to sue the state over funding inequities. Also, we head up to the town of Jay who is still reeling after Tropical Storm Irene.
Monday Jul 16, 2012
Monday Jul 16, 2012
The Innovation Trail reports on the new battery manufacturing plant unveiled by General Electric this week. Gov. Cuomo makes a new push for campaign finance reform & addresses questions surrounding the proposed Tappan Zee Bridge construction. Our reporters analyze these topics, & the tricky situation the governor is in by not coming out in full support of the Senate Democrats, at the roundtable.
