Karen Rouse appears in the following:
Cuomo Vows to Close Campaign Contribution Loophole. Again.
Tuesday, May 24, 2016
Real ethics reform, or a red herring?
Yet Again, a Once-Powerful Politician Faces Prison
Thursday, May 12, 2016
Former state senator falls from grace, and drags his family with him.
De Blasio Heads to Albany to Protect Control of New York City Schools
Wednesday, May 04, 2016
The mayor is urging state lawmakers to renew the 2002 policy giving him control of city schools.
As Silver is Sentenced, No Clear Path for Ethics Reform in Albany
Tuesday, May 03, 2016
As the former speaker was handed a 12-year sentence, his former colleagues in the assembly were focused on anything but ethics bills.
Sheldon Silver, ex-Assembly Speaker, Sentenced to 12 Years
Tuesday, May 03, 2016
The Democrat was once one of the most powerful politicians in New York State.
Elections Probe Could Hurt de Blasio's Credibility in Albany
Monday, May 02, 2016
Mayor Bill de Blasio wants seven more years of control over city schools, but he needs to get approval from the very legislators he's accused of illegally trying to oust.
A Blitz of Campaigning Ahead of New York Primary
Monday, April 18, 2016
The presidential candidates and their surrogates are fanning out across the region as voters prepare to head to the polls Tuesday.
Republican Candidates Prepare for Their New York Moment
Sunday, April 17, 2016
WNYC reporters discuss the GOP field as New York's primary nears.
Protests as All 3 GOP Candidates Appear at Midtown Gala
Thursday, April 14, 2016
There was a festive atmosphere, as Trump piñatas bobbed in the air.
Donald Who? New York GOP Leaders Won't Comment
Friday, April 08, 2016
Trump may be the front-runner in the GOP race, but many NY Republicans don't want to talk about him.
Cuomo Misses Key Opportunity to Address Albany Ethics
Monday, March 28, 2016
Government watchdog says Cuomo's bargaining power wanes after budget negotiations end.
State Budget Showdown Begins in Albany
Monday, March 14, 2016
Assembly Democrats push a progressive agenda, while Senate Republicans fight for tax relief for middle income earners.
Watchdog Groups Say Cuomo is Lagging on Ethics Reforms
Tuesday, March 08, 2016
Groups like NYPIRG, Common Cause and Citizens Union want to see the governor give the same energy to ethics reform as he's given to raising the minimum wage.
Landmark Restaurant 69 Bayard in Chinatown to Close Saturday
Thursday, February 25, 2016
69 Bayard is known for its late night hours, walls plastered in dollar bills and authentic Chinese meals.
De Blasio Urges Families to Sign Up for Pre-K
Monday, February 22, 2016
With the application deadline approaching, about 49,000 New York City children have signed up for free pre-kindergarten next year. The mayor wants that number to reach 70,000.
With Nevada Behind Them, Clinton and Sanders Supporters Look to Super Tuesday
Monday, February 22, 2016
In Brooklyn, Sanders supporters are making calls to Democrats in Oklahoma, while students at Rutgers in New Jersey are planning to head to Massachusetts.
Banished Bills Stall in Albany
Monday, February 22, 2016
In Albany, a bill can languish for years in committee without public debate or a vote, because the system provides another way for special interests to wield their influence.
After She Endorses Sanders, Erica Garner Finds Herself at Center of South Carolina Primary
Saturday, February 20, 2016
The daughter of the police choke-hold victim is featured in a TV ad in South Carolina.
Cuomo Outlines 'Unprecedented Joint Effort' by State and City
Thursday, January 14, 2016
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo delivered his sixth State of the State address yesterday, laying out an ambitious plan spanning from ethics reform to raising the minimum wage.
Cuomo to Present Progressive Agenda, With Nod to Upstate
Wednesday, January 13, 2016
The governor's State of the State address is expected to include details of his plan to clean up homelessness in New York City, and investments for small businesses and airports upstate.
