Brigid Bergin appears in the following:
New York Cancels Presidential Primary
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Before the coronavirus, Tuesday would have been the Democratic presidential primary in New York. But state officials have cancelled it altogether.
Remembering WNYC's Own Richard Hake
Monday, April 27, 2020
A tribute to the beloved late host of WNYC's Morning Edition, Richard Hake.
Stringer Urges Mayor to Expand Cooling Options
Thursday, April 23, 2020
Comptroller Scott Stringer wants New York City to act now to protect vulnerable residents this summer.
Not Even A Pandemic Can Stop Ballot Access Politics In New York City
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Starting Tuesday, the New York City Board of Elections will hold for the first-time virtual hearings to determine which candidates appear on the June primary ballot.
This Week in Politics: A New York City Budget with Deep Cuts Across the Board
Saturday, April 18, 2020
With the city's finances falling off a cliff, Mayor de Blasio presented an executive budget with cuts across all city agencies.
Facing COVID-19, De Blasio Seeks Federal Funds To Address Massive Revenue Drop
Thursday, April 16, 2020
Mayor Bill de Blasio is proposing an $89.3 billion dollar executive budget, down more than 6 percent from his preliminary proposal in January.
City Taps Drivers To Assist With Emergency Food Deliveries Amid Covid-19 Crisis
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
The city is investing $170 million to ramp up its emergency food program. WNYC's Brigid Bergin reports part of that money will go towards paying new delivery drivers.
City Still Struggling To Deliver Meals to Seniors Homebound By Covid-19 Crisis
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Mayor de Blasio has said no one will go hungry during this pandemic. But WNYC's Brigid Bergin reports, the city is still struggling to ensure seniors get the food they need.
Cuomo, De Blasio Continue Sending Mixed Messages On Future of City School Year
Monday, April 13, 2020
Mixed messages from Mayor Bill de Blasio and Governor Andrew Cuomo over the fate of the New York City school-year continued for a third day Monday.
As Data Shows Hispanics And Blacks Hit Hardest By Coronavirus, Elected Officials Ask Why City Didn’t Plan Better
Wednesday, April 08, 2020
Mayor Bill de Blasio pledged to come up with a plan to redirect resources and raise public awareness within the communities most affected by the disease.
Taking Stock of the City and De Blasio After D-Day
Sunday, April 05, 2020
Mayor de Blasio warned that Sunday was “D-Day.” He said the city faced a critical shortage of supplies and personnel. WNYC's Brigid Bergin takes stock of the city, and its leader.
De Blasio Tells New Yorkers To Wear "Face-Coverings" As Covid-19 Cases Continue Rising
Thursday, April 02, 2020
Mayor de Blasio says all New Yorkers should cover their nose and mouth when they go out in public. WNYC's Brigid Bergin reports it's the first time the city has issued this advice.
Students Lobby for Online Voter Registration Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
A group of CUNY students want state lawmakers to legalize online voter registration here in New York City. WNYC's Brigid Bergin reports.
City Faces Life Threatening Hospital Supply Shortage In Two Weeks
Friday, March 27, 2020
Mayor de Blasio said New York City needs more supplies and personnel to fight the coronavirus outbreak by Sunday, April 5.
New York’s Strongest Still Keeping The City Clean Amid Cornavirus Outbreak
Monday, March 23, 2020
The city Sanitation workers are among the essential workers still going out in the field everyday.
De Blasio Calls For Military Aid To Fight Coronavirus
Thursday, March 19, 2020
Mayor de Blasio calls for military support to address the coronavirus outbreak.
De Blasio Struggles to Communicate Amidst COVID-19 Crisis
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
As the coronavirus pandemic spreads across New York City, some of Mayor de Blasio’s usual allies want him to do a better job communicating.
In Ending Campaign, Bloomberg Shows He Can Be Emotional After All
Thursday, March 05, 2020
One former supporter said, “Where was that guy on the campaign trail? He was emoting all over the place.”
Mike Bloomberg Bet Big On Super Tuesday. It Didn't Pay Off.
Wednesday, March 04, 2020
Former New York City mayor Mike Bloomberg is suspending his presidential campaign.
This Week In Politics: Bloomberg vs. The Rest Of The Country
Saturday, February 29, 2020
New York City voters have had a lot of time to figure out what they think about Mike Bloomberg. But what about the rest of the country?
