New York NOW

NY Mayors Make Case Against Cuts

At a joint budget hearing, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg says Gov. Andrew Cuomo's budget proposal includes 'tough but necessary' decisions, but would hinder New York City to the tune of $2.1 billion as currently written. Bloomberg and Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown also say that pension costs are unsustainable. Meanwhile, Rep. Chris Lee (R-NY) resigns after sending a woman a shirtless photo.

Analyzing Cuomo's Budget

Analysts discuss Gov. Cuomo's proposed budget for a 'functionally bankrupt' New York. Budget cuts to government, Medicaid and education have drawn support from State Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos and a call for further study by Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver. Meanwhile, union leaders, such as CSEA President Danny Donohue, express concerns about the effects of budget cuts on public services.

Carlucci Discusses Split from Democrats

State Senator David Carlucci, the youngest member of the State Senate at 29, discusses why he left the Democratic conference to form an independent conference with three other state senators. Also, the Reporter Roundtable discusses a GOP rules reform proposal in the State Senate to strip the lieutenant governor of his tie-breaking vote in the chamber--a proposal Democrats call a power grab.

Obama, Cuomo Eye Job Creation

President Obama visits Schenectady, N.Y. and speaks at a General Electric (GE) plant, announcing that GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt will chair his new advisory council on jobs and competitiveness. Meanwhile, Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who polls show has secured broad bipartisan support, proposes restructuring New York's job creation program to offer better incentives to those looking to do business in New York.

Skelos Resumes Role of Majority Leader

After a two-year demotion, the GOP resumes their role as the majority in the New York State Senate. Will things be different this time? 'New York NOW' discusses the agenda with past and present Majority Leader Dean Skelos. Also, Gov. Cuomo references former Gov. Al Smith when describing his plans to 'transform' New York. We take a look back to explore what an Al Smith-like administration means.

Cuomo Outlines Agenda

New Gov. Andrew Cuomo lays out his plan to transform New York, saying 'we're going to have to reinvent government' in a State of the State Address that relied on a PowerPoint presentation and received broad bipartisan support. Meanwhile, four state senators split from the Democratic conference to form one of their own; State Sen. Jeff Klein explains the rationale behind the group's decision.

Remembering the First Governor Cuomo

With Andrew Cuomo assuming governorship, reporters eye his father's gubernatorial legacy.
Summary: As Andrew Cuomo takes the oath of office, many are wondering if the new governor will be similar to his father (former New York governor Mario Cuomo) or if the son will diverge from aspects of his father's legacy. To further examine that legacy and the relationship between the two Cuomos, Matt Ryan of 'New York NOW' is joined by veteran Albany reporters Fred LeBrun, Dave Hepp and John McLoughlin.

Paterson Looks Back at Governorship

Outgoing New York Governor David Paterson takes stock of his tenure in office, from his warnings about Wall Street and demands for fiscal discipline to his decision not to run for election amid scandals that drew negative media attention. Paterson also discusses readjusting to life as a blind man without the assistance of gubernatorial aides, his best decision as governor and his biggest regret.

NYC Off-Track Betting 'Out of Business'

A bill to extend New York City Off-Track betting falls short in the State Senate. Racing officials say the closure puts the racing industry in danger statewide. Also, recently-retired State Senator Vinny Leibell pleads guilty to tax evasion and obstruction of justice, and State Senator Kevin Parker is found guilty on assault charges. Plus, we look at Gov. Paterson's legacy on the Innovation Trail.

Congressional Roundtable with Gibson and Tonko

Rep. Chris Gibson (R-Kinderhook) and Rep. Paul Tonko (D-Amsterdam), two upstate congressmen, discuss the crisis in Syria and whether the United States should intervene, if we will we get a farm bill by the end of September, and the looming showdown on the federal budget.