Brooklyn Councilmember Crystal Hudson discusses aging in place
Brooklyn Councilmember Crystal Hudson joined "In Focus."
Brooklyn Councilmember Crystal Hudson joined "In Focus."
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George Washington University professor Dr. Todd Belt joined "In Focus."
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State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins joined "In Focus."
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NYCFC COO Jennifer O’Sullivan joined "In Focus."
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Citymeals on Wheels volunteer programs senior director Vivienne O’Neill joined "In Focus."
EdeYouth Foundation founder Betty Augustin joined "In Focus."
Cultural Affairs Commissioner Laurie Cumbo joined "In Focus."
Larry Ossei-Mensah and Carolyn Concepcion joined "In Focus."
Bed-Stuy Restoration president and CEO Blondel Pinnock joined "In Focus."
City Comptroller Brad Lander joined "In Focus."
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The Doe Fund's Jennifer Mitchell and Laura Robinson joined "In Focus."
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NYAM president Dr. Ann Kurth joined "In Focus."
L'Elite Medispa owner Richina Lukes-Milledge joined "In Focus."
Brooklyn State Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn joined "In Focus."
NYCHCC IT chair Eileen Guzzo joined "In Focus."
Yoba Development founder and CEO Malik Yoba joined "In Focus."
Brooklyn Councilmember Rita Joseph joined "In Focus."
Dr. Kirk "Jae" James joined "In Focus."
Avenue for Justice executive director Liz Frederick joined "In Focus."
Wills found her great great-great-grandfather, Sandy Wills, in the military archive for being honorably discharged in 1866.
Cheryl's cousin Ethan West joined the journey.
Sandy Wills was given a proper veteran goodbye with a procession and a reburial in the West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery.
State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli joined "In Focus."
The League of Women Voters of NYS executive director Erica Smitka joined "In Focus."
The New Majority NYC board co-chair Yvette Buckner joined "In Focus."
NYC Chief Information Security Officer Kelly Moan joined "In Focus."
NYC Chief Information Security Officer Kelly Moan joined "In Focus."
DOE Chief Information Officer Intekhab Shakil joined "In Focus."
Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson joined "In Focus."
Chrissy Monroe and Johanna Edmondson joined "In Focus."
We Fight Back founder Marie Driven joined "In Focus."
Fire Commissioner Robert Tucker joined "In Focus."
Fire Commissioner Robert Tucker joined "In Focus."
Fire Commissioner Robert Tucker joined "In Focus."
Bronx City Councilmember Rafael Salamanca joined "In Focus."
Hispanic Federation president and CEO Frankie Miranda joined "In Focus."
Bellas Fashionistas founder and CEO Fleriser Bello joined "In Focus."
Queens Councilmember James Gennaro joined "In Focus."
We Act for Environmental Justice co-founder Peggy Shepard joined "In Focus."
Climate activist and musician AY Young joined "In Focus."
James talked about how both she and Boone are CUNY alumni and self-made their careers.
He emphasized the importance of not only pre-birth care but also after-birth care.
He reflected on the death of Christine Fields and why it’s important for more men to speak up on this crisis.
Council Speaker Adrienne Adams joined "In Focus."
Council Speaker Adrienne Adams joined "In Focus."
Council Speaker Adrienne Adams joined "In Focus."
Schools Chancellor David Banks joined "In Focus."
Schools Chancellor David Banks joined "In Focus."
Schools Chancellor David Banks joined "In Focus."
State Sen. Roxanne Persaud joined "In Focus."
Ann Marie Adamson and Andrew Maloney joined "In Focus."
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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear joined "In Focus."
Michigan Sen. Gary Peters joined "In Focus."
Reps. Suzan DelBene and Jasmine Crockett joined "In Focus."
She explained how funding for mental health services has increased the past two years.
She explained how educators have also taken on the role of mental health counselor.
She explained how nearly 75% of teachers nationwide complain of students being distracted by cell phones in their classrooms
Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark joined "In Focus."
Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson joined "In Focus."
Life Camp founder Erica Ford joined "In Focus."
Mayor Adams joined "In Focus."
Mayor Adams joined "In Focus."
Mayor Adams joined "In Focus."
Harlem Councilman Yusef Salaam joined "In Focus."
State Assembly candidate Jordan Wright joined "In Focus."
Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce executive director Winston Majette joined "In Focus."
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott joined "In Focus."
Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted joined "In Focus."
Montana Sen. Steve Daine and N.C. Rep. Richard Hudson joined "In Focus."
Assemblymember Michael Tannousis joined "In Focus."
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Author Karen Howard joined "In Focus."
Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh joined "In Focus."
Fire Chaplain Rev. Pamela Holmes joined "In Focus."
Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh joined "In Focus."
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso joined "In Focus."
Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella joined "In Focus."
Trucking Association of New York's Zach Miller joined "In Focus."
Queens Assemblymember Alicia Hyndman joined "In Focus."
Toya Lillard and Tunisia Morrison joined "In Focus."
Boys and Girls Club of Harlem CEO Sharon Joseph joined "In Focus."
Brooklyn Councilmember Crystal Hudson joined "In Focus."
New Pride Agenda Executive Director Elisa Crespo joined "In Focus."
Festival organizer Adam Odsess-Rubin and performer Tyler Bey joined "In Focus."
Bronx Councilmember Amanda Farias joined "In Focus."
National Puerto Rican Day Parade board member Louis Maldonado joined "In Focus."
Puerto Rican Day Parade madrina Lisa Velez joined "In Focus."
Queens Councilmember Julie Won joined "In Focus."
Chinese-American Planning Council president and CEO Wayne Ho joined "In Focus."
NY1 anchor Lewis Dodley joined "In Focus."
Manhattan Councilmember Julie Menin joined "In Focus."
Oct. 7 survivors Ofir Amir and Ron Segev joined "In Focus."
COJO Flatbush CEO Louis Welz joined "In Focus."
State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez joined "In Focus."
CUNY Chancellor Felix Matos Rodriguez joined "In Focus."
CUNY Chancellor Felix Matos Rodriguez joined "In Focus."
Congressman Gregory Meeks joined "In Focus."
Congressman Gregory Meeks joined "In Focus."
Urban Upbound CEO Bishop Mitchell Taylor joined "In Focus."
Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine joined "In Focus."
Win president Christine Quinn joined "In Focus."
Phoenix House NY president Ann-Marie Foster joined "In Focus."
Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz joined "In Focus."
Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz joined "In Focus."
Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz joined "In Focus."
Manhattan Councilmember Erik Bottcher joined "In Focus."
UNGA president Dennis Francis joined "In Focus."
GatewayJFK executive director James Johnson joined "In Focus."
Queens Congresswoman Grace Meng joined "In Focus."
Queens Congresswoman Grace Meng joined "In Focus."
Queens Congresswoman Grace Meng joined "In Focus."
Queens Councilmember Lynn Schulman joined "In Focus."
Dr. Sabiha Raoof joined "In Focus."
Advocates Todd Stein and Marlene Schneider joined "In Focus."
Brooklyn Councilmember Farah Louis joined "In Focus."
Brooklyn Councilmember Farah Louis joined "In Focus."
Take the Lead president Gloria Feldt joined "In Focus."
Chief Technology Officer Matthew Fraser joined "In Focus."
Chief Technology Officer Matthew Fraser joined "In Focus."
Chinese-American Planning Council CEO Wayne Ho joined "In Focus."
Diane Bailey and Diane Da Costa joined "In Focus."
Westchester Assemblymember Gary Pretlow joined "In Focus."
Author and journalist Natasha Alford joined "In Focus."
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams joined "In Focus."
Kira Shepherd and Tanvier Peart joined "In Focus."
Gun violence advocate Michelle Barnes-Anderson joined "In Focus."
Queens State Sen. James Sanders joined "In Focus."
State Assemblymember Michaelle Solages joined "In Focus."
Commissioner Denise Pease joined "In Focus."
State Assemblymember Latrice Walker joined "In Focus."
Musician Jimmy Owens and Harlem Late Night Jazz president Dakota Pippins joined "In Focus."
Fashion Designer B Michael joined "In Focus."
City Councilmember Susan Zhuang joined "In Focus."
Assemblymember Grace Lee joined "In Focus."
Queens College President Frank Wu joined "In Focus."
Congressman Adriano Espaillat joined "In Focus."
Congressman Adriano Espaillat joined "In Focus."
Transportation Alternatives executive director Danny Harris joined "In Focus."
Lynelle Maginley-Liddie joined "In Focus."
Lynelle Maginley-Liddie joined "In Focus."
Lynelle Maginley-Liddie joined "In Focus."
State Sen. Leroy Comrie joined "In Focus."
Civil rights activist and author Norman Hill joined "In Focus."
Life Camp CEO Erica Ford joined "In Focus."
State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie joined "In Focus" to emphasize the importance of advocating for the everyday working New Yorker.
State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins joined "In Focus" to discuss the lack of affordable housing.
State Sen. Cordell Cleare joined "In Focus" to discuss food insecurity.
Children of Promise, NYC president Sharon Content joined "In Focus" to the impact of mass incarceration on children.
Citymeals on Wheels CEO Beth Shapiro joined "In Focus" to discuss rising demand.
City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams joined "In Focus" to discuss budget cuts.
City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams joined "In Focus" to look ahead to 2024.
City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams joined "In Focus" to explain health initiatives.
Brooklyn Councilmember Mercedes Narcisse joined "In Focus" to discuss sickle cell disease.
Cassandra Dobson and Dr. Thomas Moulton joined "In Focus" to explain gene editing therapy for sickle cell disease.
Sickle Cell/Thalassemia Patients Network President Ginger Davis joined "In Focus" to define sickle cell thalassemia.
Councilmember-elect Yusef Salaam joined "In Focus" to talk about his plans for his new district.
Yusef Salaam and podcast host Jason Flom joined "In Focus" to talk about why New York has a large history of wrongful convictions.
Terrance Coffie and Jamil Myrie joined "In Focus" to talk about discuss how their program is changing lives.
Entrepreneur Vera Moore joined "In Focus" to talk about the importance of networking for women.
Small Business Commissioner Kevin Kim joined "In Focus" to explain how he is working to combat retail theft in the city.
Chief Business Diversity Officer Michael Garner joined "In Focus" to explain the MWBE certification process.
State Sen. Nathalia Fernandez Fernandez joined "In Focus" to talk about what policies have changed since a Bronx teen died from vaping.
The co-founders of Parents Against Vaping E-Cigarettes joined "In Focus."
Dr. David Hill joined "In Focus" to debunk the theory that people should use e-cigarettes to wean off smoking cigarettes.
The Senator shared her personal experience with the VA and her veteran husband.
Monsky talked about America's legacy, including New York specifically, World War I.
Dawson shared what it meant to be the first female brigade commander in New York Army National Guard history.
Walker also expressed why there would be pushback from across the aisle on the expansion.
The leaders help represent southeast Queens and have family ties in local politics.
Browne-Marshall also shared her thoughts on digital voting machines and why people need to get more involved in their local elections.
The festival runs from Oct. 25th through Oct. 29th.
The city's Commissioner of Cultural Affairs said the department has the second largest budget in its history.
"X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X" debuts Nov. 3.
Gibson shared how combatting poverty is not just about livable wages.
The two shared why going through the 12-month residence is impactful.
She discussed what local officials are doing that will help combat poverty in the city.
Assistant Commissioner Dr. Julian Watkins joined “In Focus."
Manhattan Assemblymember Rebecca Seawright joined “In Focus.”
Mount Sinai Medical Center’s Dr. Icilma “Icy” Fergus joined “In Focus.”
Rep. Adriano Espaillat joined "In Focus."
Ana Almanzar, the deputy mayor for strategic initiatives, joined "In Focus."
The Bronx Tourism Council's Sulma Arzu-Brown joined "In Focus."
Congressman Dan Goldman joined "In Focus."
Congressman Dan Goldman joined "In Focus."
The CEO of the Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty, David Greenfield, joined "In Focus."
Richards also explained how Lagos is the biggest innovation and technology hub in Africa.
He also discussed the migrant response.
He also mentioned his personal connection to Queens.
Banks explained how teachers will train on how to teach students this new reading method.
He also talked about the importance of quality teachers.
They both also talked about the charter school cap.
Brooklyn City Councilmember Farah Louis joined "In Focus" to talk about initiatives in her borough.
Ann Marie Adamson of the West Indian American Day Carnival Association joined "In Focus" to talk about Caribbean culture.
Yolanda Lezama-Clark, the president of the Carlos Lezama Archives and Caribbean Cultural Center, joined "In Focus."
Department of Correction Commissioner Louis Molina joined "In Focus" to talk about all things Rikers Island.
Department of Correction Commissioner Louis Molina joined "In Focus" to talk about prisoner rehabilitation.
Department of Correction Commissioner Louis Molina joined "In Focus" to talk about his career.
Bronx Councilmember Marjorie Velázquez joined "In Focus" to talk about outdoor dining.
Barbara Sibley and Naama Tamir joined "In Focus" to talk about women in the food industry.
Hunter College New York City Food Policy Center's Annette Nielsen joined "In Focus" to talk about food insecurity.
Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh joined "In Focus."
Uniformed Firefighters Association President Andrew Ansbro and attorney Vito Cannavo joined "In Focus."
Vulcan Society President Regina Wilson joined "In Focus."
1520 Sedgwick Ave. in the Bronx is cited as the birthplace of hip-hop.
“Wonder Mike” and Leland Robinson joined “In Focus.”
Buggs discussed how hip-hop was created 50 years ago.
He talked about “Project Reset."
The pastor explained what “Mothers for Safe Cities” provides to the victim’s families after a violent event.
She lost her son nearly 17 years ago to gun violence.
Manhattan City Council member Julie Menin joined "In Focus."
Manhattan City Council member Julie Menin joined "In Focus."
Public Health Solutions CEO and President Lisa David joined "In Focus."
Dickens talked about how her family has supported Harlem for decades.
Lloyd Williams looked back on the late Harry Belafonte’s history with Harlem.
The two will be a part of Harlem Week.
Ana Almanzar, the deputy mayor for strategic initiatives, joined "In Focus."
NY1 Noticias anchor Philip Klint joined "In Focus."
NY1 Noticias anchor Philip Klint joined "In Focus."
Assemblymember Tony Simone joined “In Focus."
Elisa Crespo joined "In Focus."
Rev. Carmen Hernandez joined "In Focus."
Rep. Gregory Meeks joined "In Focus."
Rep. Gregory Meeks joined "In Focus."
They explained their ties to the new legislation.
Commissioner Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez joined "In Focus" to discuss how the city is providing more services for those getting older in the workplace.
The National Puerto Rican Day Parade Vice-Chair Miguel Guadalupe joined "In Focus."
The founder of Puerto Rican Flags Up, David Aviles, and influencer Dean Huertas joined "In Focus."
With Innovation Queens, the $2 billion plan will add more than 2,500 units for low income households.
He also talked about the city’s response to the influx of migrants.
She told “In Focus” how New Yorkers are getting priced out of the city.
He crisscrossed the five boroughs, getting to know New Yorkers.
He talked about the city’s inaugural “Unity Summit."
Delgado explained what it has been like working with Hochul.
Manhattan Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal joined "In Focus."
Gideon Taylor joined "In Focus."
Aviva Miller joined "In Focus."
Kevin D. Kim joined "In Focus."
Wayne Ho joined "In Focus."
Cathy Kim joined "In Focus."
DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez joined "In Focus."
DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez joined "In Focus."
Voza Rivers joined "In Focus."
City Comptroller Brad Lander joined "In Focus."
City Comptroller Brand Lander joined "In Focus."
Bronx Assemblymember Jeffrey Dinowitz joined "In Focus."
Brooklyn City Councilmember Rita Joseph joined "In Focus."
Dr. Lester W. Young, Jr. joined "In Focus."
Pamela Craig joined "In Focus."
Matthew Fraser joined "In Focus."
Fraser explained what he hopes to accomplish as the chief technology officer.
David Jones joined "In Focus."
Anne Williams-Isom joined “In Focus.”
Kimberly Seals Allers joined "In Focus."
Elie Balleh and Kyrollos Magharious joined "In Focus."
Queens Councilmember Linda Lee joined "In Focus."
Budy Garcia-Whitfield joined "In Focus."
Ivy Gamble Cobb joined "In Focus."
Chief Advisor to the mayor Ingrid Lewis-Martin joined "In Focus."
Linda Levy, president of the Fragrance Foundation, joined "In Focus."
Melba Wilson joined "In Focus."
Queens Councilmember Nantasha Williams joined "In Focus."
Erin Vilardi, founder and CEO of VoteRunLead, joined "In Focus."
Antoine Noble, founder and executive director of WGX, joined "In Focus."
Mayor Eric Adams’ Chief of Staff Camille Joseph Varlack joined "In Focus."
Grace Bonilla, the president and CEO of the United Way of New York City, joined "In Focus."
Rev. Dr. Serene Jones and Rev. Dr. LaKeesha Walrond joined "In Focus."
“In Focus” tagged along with Gibson for the day.
Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson marks one year as the first African American woman in the role.
Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson discussed the Bronx’s pandemic recovery.
Sheena Wright joined "In Focus."
College Board sparked controversy by changing the curriculum for AP African American Studies.
Brooklyn native Ralph McDaniels joined "In Focus."
Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine joined "In Focus."
Jaynee Berkman joined "In Focus."
Fashion designer Edwing D’Angelo joined "In Focus."
Mark Lodato, dean of the Newhouse School at Syracuse University, joined "In Focus."
Sen. John Liu joined "In Focus."
Dr. Patricia Ramsey is the first woman president of Medgar Evers College and the first scientist in the role.
Brooklyn Councilmember Ari Kagan joined "In Focus" to discuss the continued rise in antisemitic attacks.
David Greenfield, the CEO of Met Council, joined "In Focus."
Aviva Miller, the U.S. director of the AJCF, joined “In Focus” from Poland.
Queens Councilmembers Linda Lee, Sandra Ung and Julie Won join "In Focus."
Wayne Ho joined "In Focus."
Joanne Kwong, the president of Pearl River Mart, joined "In Focus."
Reverend Al Sharpton joined "In Focus."
Reverend A. R. Bernard joined "In Focus."
Sen. Jamaal Bailey joined "In Focus."
Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine celebrates the first legal dispensary opening in his borough.
Axel Bernabe discussed the state’s pivot from decades of criminalizing marijuana to the start of a sanctioned industry.
Etain is New York’s only woman-founded medical cannabis company and partners with woman-owned health and wellness brands.
Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson joined “In Focus” to celebrate hip hop’s 50th anniversary.
Rapper Roxanne Shanté joined “In Focus” to talk about hip hop’s 50th anniversary.
DJ Grandmaster Flash joined “In Focus” to take a look back on hip-hop’s evolution.
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams joined “In Focus” to discuss what it was like growing up with Tourette's syndrome.
Amanda Talty, president and CEO of the Tourette Association of America, joined "In Focus."
Dr. Joohi Jimenez-Shahed, a neurologist at Mount Sinai, joined "In Focus."
Queens Councilmember Francisco Moya joined “In Focus.”
Thomas Grech, the president and CEO of the Queens Chamber of Commerce, joined “In Focus.”
Melba Moore joined “In Focus” to discuss her five-decade career.
Bronx City Councilwoman Amanda Farías joined “In Focus.”
Quenia Abreu, the president and CEO of the New York Women’s Chamber of Commerce, joined “In Focus.”
CeCe Winans joined “In Focus.”
Manhattan Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal joined “In Focus” to mark Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.
She discussed when she knew something was wrong and the symptoms she was experiencing.
NY1’s Ruschell Boone and Alex Rappoport joined "In Focus."
Williams explained how New Yorkers can familiarize themselves with the ballot proposals.
Julie Tighe joined “In Focus” to encourage voters to turn their ballot over and vote for proposition one.
Emerald Garner discussed social justice ahead of the midterm elections.
Schools Chancellor David Banks joins "In Focus" at Barclays Center for I WILL GRADUATE Day.
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams joins "In Focus" at Barclays Center for I WILL GRADUATE Day.
Rapper Fivio Foreign joins "In Focus" at Barclays Center for I WILL GRADUATE Day.
Brooklyn prepares for the return of the Bushwick Film Festival.
More than 100 independent films will be featured in this year’s 15th annual Bushwick Film Festival.
They discussed the inspiration behind "Checklist the Play."
More than half of those individuals who lost their lives were on Staten Island.
Alexander discussed the devastation he witnessed first-hand and how the Rockaways are still rebuilding today.
The storm devastated Puerto Rico nearly a month ago.
The Bronx has the highest number of domestic violence homicides in the city.
Brownlee was shot 10 times by her former fiancé.
Resources include emergency rescue, shelter placements and crisis management.
Matthew Fraser, the city’s chief technology officer, joined “In Focus” to discuss Big Apple Connect.
The program includes internet, cable television service, common area Wi-Fi and hot spots.
About two out of three of households at the Langston Hughes Houses are already enrolled in the program
Adams also reflects on some of the notable events of the past three decades.
Adams also discusses the transition from being a police officer in NYC.
Former City Councilman Daniel Dromm and Manhattan City Councilwoman Gale Brewer join “In Focus.”
Irene Gandy and Emilio Sosa discuss the evolution of Broadway in New York City.
Danny Harris, the executive director of Transportation Alternatives, joins the “In Focus”
Veteran NY1 anchor Lewis Dodley joins “In Focus”
Schools Chancellor David Banks joins "In Focus."
Alana Pilar Cantillo of the New York Immigration Coalition joined "In Focus."
Actor Nelson Estevez joins "In Focus."
As the son of Grenadian immigrants, Williams explains how the Isle of Spice will always hold a special place of pride for him and his family.
Started back in the 1930s in Harlem, the carnival is more than a party — it’s a celebration of shared Caribbean culture and heritage.
Ann-Marie Grant and Reverend Dennis Dillion join “In Focus”
Rep. Gregory Meeks joins "In Focus."
Rep. Gregory Meeks joins "In Focus."
“Teaching a Generation” explains how it provides safe space for students.
Brooklyn Assemblywoman Latrice Walker joins “In Focus” to discuss all things voting rights.
Kate Doran, elections specialist with the League of Women Voters of New York City, joins “In Focus.”
Dr. Brenda Green, founder of The Center for Black Literature, joins “In Focus.”
Queens Assembly Member Catalina Cruz joins “In Focus.”
Kathryn Kliff joins “In Focus.”
Murad Awawdeh joins "In Focus."
Bronx Councilman Kevin Riley joins “In Focus.”
Activist and anti-violence leader Erica Ford joins “In Focus.”
Shaun Best, founder and CEO of Jumpshots Over Gunshots, joins “In Focus.”
Dr. Sharon Thompson joins "In Focus."
Adrienne Adams joins “In Focus.”
Adrienne Adams and Beth Shapiro join “In Focus.”
Rafael Salamanca Jr. joins "In Focus."
Rafael Salamanca Jr. and Beth Shapiro join "In Focus."
Assemblywoman Inez Dickens joins "In Focus."
Lloyd Williams joins "In Focus."
Musa Jackson joins “In Focus.”
City Council Minority Leader Joe Borelli joins "In Focus" to discuss the tragedy at Willowbrook.
Vicki Schneps, activist and founder of "Life's WORC," joins "In Focus" to discuss the 5,400 children who were at Willowbrook State School.
Disability rights activist Willie Mae Goodman and former Willowbrook employee Diane Buglioli join "In Focus" to discuss the horrors of Willowbrook.
Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella joins "In Focus" to talk about what's hot and happening on Staten Island.
Shanta Thake, the Chief Artistic Officer at Lincoln Center, joins "In Focus" to discuss the first Festival of New York.
Erika Elliott, the Executive Artistic Director of SummerStage, joins “In Focus” to celebrate this season’s lineup and New York City’s revival.
City council speaker Adrienne Adams joins “In Focus” to discuss the power of gospel music.
Evangelist singer Kim Burrell joins "In Focus" to discuss her latest single "Working for your Good."
Legendary gospel D.J. Liz Black joins "In Focus" to discuss how gospel music has evolved over the years and why it's still very much alive today.
Brooklyn State Senator Kevin Parker joins "In Focus" to celebrate Juneteenth and discuss why it's an official state holiday.
Dr. Shango Blake, and Keturah Hardy, join "In Focus" to kick off Juneteenth.
John Harrison and Ahmed Rodriguez join "In Focus" to discuss the not-for-profit organizations' programs for youth and families.
Avilés was born in Puerto Rico and grew up on the streets of East New York.
Angel Ramos, the president of the NYPD Chapter of the National Latino Officers Association joins "In Focus"
Louis Maldonado, the Chair of the National Puerto Rican Day Parade's Board of Directors, joins "In Focus."
Councilmember Erik Bottcher joins “In Focus” with Cheryl Wills to discuss his battles as a gay adolescent.
Alex Roque, executive director of the Ali Forney Center, joins “In Focus” to discuss providing services to LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness
Adam Odsess-Rubin, the founding artistic director of the National Queer Theater, joins “In Focus” with Cheryl Wills to kick off Pride Month.
Yeger discusses what needs to be done to protect Jewish New Yorkers in his borough and explains why education can’t fix the hate.
Bergson discusses the work the foundation does to combat the rise in hate against the Jewish community and how it’s also helping Ukrainian refugees.
After a three-year hiatus, Lippman discusses the theme “Together Again” and explains the importance of being able to gather in person.
Queens Councilwoman Selvena Brooks-Powers joined Cheryl Wills on “In Focus” Sunday.
Betsy Plum, the executive director of Riders Alliance, joined “In Focus” to discuss Mayor Eric Adams' recent $900 million streets plan.
Jane Martin-Lavaud's daughter, Leonora, was killed in a 2013 car crash in Brooklyn at just 24-years-old.
Lee joined “In Focus” Sunday to mark Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.
Faith Bautista is the host of the Spectrum News 1 show “Owning A Piece of America”
"Star Trek" actor George Takei joined “In Focus” Sunday.
Robert Cornegy joins “In Focus” to celebrate the graduation of more than 200 men from the Doe Fund program.
Mark Levine joins “In Focus” to share his thoughts on Mayor Eric Adams’ executive budget and how it affects Manhattanites in the foster care system.
Tõnya Lewis Taylor, founder of the I Will Graduate program, joins “In Focus” to discuss how the youth development program connects students.
Maryum Ali, the eldest daughter of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, marked Parkinson’s Awareness Month by joining “In Focus"
Trevor Summerfield, director of advocacy with the American Lung Association, joins “In Focus”
Research shows black women in New York are five times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women
John Oppermann, the Executive Director of Earth Day Initiative, joins “In Focus” to celebrate Earth Day which takes place every spring on April 22.
James Gennaro joins “In Focus” to discuss flood protection and what’s being done to prevent a tragedy like the city after Hurricane Ida.
Dr. Shango Blake, the Co-Executive Director of NYC Speaks, joins “In Focus” to discuss the largest public-issues oriented survey in New York City.
Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson joins “In Focus” to share her thoughts on Mayor Eric Adams’ homeless encampment sweeps.
Jacquelyn Simone, policy director joins 'In Focus' to discuss Adams clearing of homeless encampments throughout the city.
Cecelia Hemingway Morrell joined 'In Focus' to discuss how they’re helping former homeless New Yorkers how to find employment.
The Staten Island council member is the chair of the council's public safety committee.
Hannah Pennington is the deputy commissioner of policy and training with the mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence.
Diana Mao, co-founder and president of Nomi Network, joined "In Focus."
Tangy Major discussed how overcoming tragedy has now become her life mission.
State Senator Shelly Mayer discussed her fight for a school voter registration program and explains why it’s important for New Yorkers.
Pamela Craig discussed how the organization is helping women facing severe adversity to go back to school and pursue their educational dreams.
Holmes discussed what it’s like to be the first Black woman in charge of training, her role, and what goes on in these trainings.
Bichotte Hermelyn discusses the tragic day of losing a son and why her story is one of far too many for black women.
Coronel discusses the toll the pandemic has had on women of color and how the needs have changed.
Yusef Salaam and Kevin Richardson discuss how as teenagers, they were pressured to say they raped and assaulted Trisha Meili in Central Park.
Brooklyn State Senator Zellnor Myrie discusses his push for the Challenging Wrongful Convictions Act.
Rebecca Brown, director of policy at the Innocence Project, discusses exonerating the wrongfully convicted and criminal justice reform.
A member of the Armed Services and Intelligence Committee, Gillibrand talks about the crisis unfolding in Ukraine.
Gillibrand discusses the end of the mask mandate in schools and businesses and her push for paid leave.
Gillibrand discusses U.S. Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, Governor Kathy Hochul, and Vice President Kamala Harris.
Consequence joins In Focus.
State Senator Kevin Parker joins In Focus.
Corey Pegues joins In Focus.
Catalina Cruz joins In Focus.
Gina Belafonte joins In Focus.
Grace Meng joins In Focus.
Wayne Ho joins In Focus.
Frank Liu joins In Focus.
Charles Rangel joins In Focus.
Charles Rangel joins In Focus.
Dionne Warwick joins In Focus.
Adrienne Adams joins In Focus.
Adrienne Adams joins In Focus.
Adrienne Adams joins In Focus.
The Rev. Al Sharpton joins In Focus.
Jeffery Robinson joins In Focus.
Latrice Walker joins In Focus.
Vanessa Gibson joins In Focus.
Mary Barneby joins In Focus.
Daniel Nigro joins In Focus.
Michael Gianaris joins In Focus.
Susan Lerner joins In Focus.
Lurie Daniel Favors and Asher Ross join In Focus.
Schools Chancellor David Banks joins In Focus.
Schools Chancellor David Banks joins In Focus.
Schools Chancellor David Banks joins In Focus.
Jumaane Williams joins In Focus.
Alex Roque and Mario Smith join In Focus.
Deborah Koenigsberger and Laurie Harten join In Focus.
Donovan Richards joins In Focus.
Donovan Richards joins In Focus.
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Isabel Ames McDevitt and Gregory Hopkins join In Focus.
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Soledad O’Brien joins In Focus.
Clyde Vanel joins In Focus.
Natalie Wilson and Larry and Lorraine Stackhouse join In Focus.
Vanessa Gibson joins In Focus.
Jennifer Jones Austin joins In Focus.
Richard Buery, Jr. and Lt. Yuco Hall join In Focus.
Westchester Assemblyman Steve Otis joins In Focus.
Jessica Walker and Patrick Hall join In Focus.
Jonnel Doris joins In Focus.
Dawn Harris-Martine and Nasser Jaber join In Focus.
Leroy Comrie joins In Focus.
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Adrienne Adams joins In Focus.
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Carolyn Dixon and Lance Feurtado joined In Focus.
Donna Hylton joins In Focus.
Kate Doran joins In Focus.
Bronx State Senator Jamaal Bailey joins In Focus.
"In Focus" is a new, 30-minute public affairs program hosted by award-winning reporter and anchor Cheryl Wills, exclusively on Spectrum News NY1.
Each week, Cheryl invites experts around New York City to discuss a wide range of issues impacting New Yorkers.
"In Focus" airs on Spectrum News NY1 each Sunday at 10:30 a.m., and repeats Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
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Maritza Davila joins In Focus.
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Estelle Raboni joins In Focus.
Nubia Earth Martin and Dr. Reed join In Focus.
Yuh-Line Niou joins In Focus.
Shana Udvardy joins In Focus.
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Argle Whitfield joins In Focus.
Special Education Policy Coordinator Maggie Moroff joins In Focus.
State Senator Andrew Gounardes joins In Focus.
Suri Kasirer joins In Focus.
Sonia Ossorio joins In Focus.
State Senator Michael Gianaris joins In Focus.
Argle Whitfield joins In Focus.
State Senator Andrew Gounardes joins In Focus.
Special Education Policy Coordinator Maggie Moroff joins In Focus.
Mark Levine joins In Focus.
Dr. Riley joins In Focus.
Moshe Schulman joins In Focus.
Bichotte Hermelyn joins In Focus.
Until mid-July of this year, Haiti did not have a single dose of any COVID vaccine. Not one single dose.
Pierre Louis speaks to the needs of the Haitian people right now: funds, food and security.
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Manhattan State Senator Brad Hoylman joins In Focus.
Elisa Crespo joins In Focus.
Cathy Renna, Communications Director for the National LGBTQ Task Force joins In Focus.
Brooklyn State Senator Kevin Parker and Queens Assemblywoman Alicia Hyndman join In Focus.
Professor Kendall Thomas joined In Focus.
Adelaide Sanford joins In Focus.
Yin Chang and Moonlynn Tsai joins In Focus.
John Liu joins In Focus.
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Dr. Samar Mehta joins In Focus.
Thenmozhi Soundararajan jons In Focus.
Assembly Member Amy Paulin joins In Focus.
Judge Judy Kluger joins In Focus.
James Gennaro and Robert Carroll join In Focus.
John Oppermann, Executive Director of the Earth Day Initiative joins In Focus.
Jason Warwin and Katia Spence of Brotherhood Sister Sol join In Focus.
Commissioner Shea joins in focus.
Commissioner Dermot Shea joins In Focus.
Jumaane Williams joins In Focus.
State Senator Kevin Parker joins In Focus.
Gloria Browne-Marshall joins In Focus.
Congressman Adriano Espaillat joins In Focus to talk about the vaccine rollout in communities of color.
Councilman Mark Levine joins In Focus.
Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney joins In Focus.
Brooklyn City Councilwoman Farah Louis chairs the Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addictions joins In Focus to talk.
Carol Glazer, President of the National Organization on Disabilities, joins In Focus.
Edward Matthews, CEO of ADAPT Community Network, joins In Focus.
Iris Tirado and Erin Billups join In Focus.
Interim Co-Director of the New York Immigration Coalition, Murad Awawdeh joins In Focus.
Judy Sheridan-Gonzalez, the President of the New York State Nurses Association, joins In Focus.
Luis Torres, Principal of CS 55 in the South Bronx joins In Focus.
Business owners join In Focus.
Dr. Syra Madad joins In Focus.
Women's History Month is a good time to take stock of where women stand on the political spectrum.
Alicka Ampry-Samuel joins in focus.
Amelia Adams joins In Focus.
Hazel Dukes, who was a friend of Dinkins and his wife, joins In Focus.
Eric Adams joins In Focus.
Ray McGuire joins In Focus.
Forty percent of households in New York City have no access to the internet and the vast majority of those households are in communities of color.
Clayton Banks has been sounding the alarm about the digital divide for decades.
Professor Coaxum joins In Focus to talk about another sector that has been slammed by the pandemic, small business owners.
Queens Congresswoman Grace Meng discusses the difficulties facing the Asian American community here in New York.
The Chinese American has been fighting for economic empowerment for Asians in New York since 1965, but this year has been the most challenging.
Yuh-Line Niou is the only Asian-American woman in the New York State legislature.
In Focus kicks off the Spectrum-wide initiative, Vaccine Education Week.
Communities of color, especially African American communities, are lagging far behind when it comes to vaccine distribution
Frontline workers, medical staff, first responders, grocery store, postal workers and more are still out there, still risking their lives for us.
The Partnership for the Homeless works to connect homeless families with the help they need to find permanent housing.
Today, Breaking Ground operates more than 4,000 units in the city, upstate and in Connecticut. President and CEO Brenda Rosen joins In Focus.
State Senator and Comptroller candidate Brian Benjamin talks about what needs to be done to protect New Yorkers from losing their homes.
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand talks about the issues facing New Yorkers, issues that will not go away without federal help.
Sen. Gillibrand talks about why Donald Trump's impeachment trial must take place before there can be unity.
Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul talks about Kamala Harris' historic inauguration, and what New York needs from the federal government.
Schumer lays out the plan that would allow the city to use the money for anything COVID related
Sharpton was just nine years old when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his "I have a dream" speech.
Much of Dr. King's legacy revolves around his belief in inclusion and unity.
Congressman Gregory Meeks was in the Capitol when a violent mob breached the building and headed for the House floor.
Nancy Pelosi has issued an ultimatum to Mike Pence: invoke the 25th Amendment or the House will start impeachment proceedings.
Queens Congresswoman Grace Meng shares her experience of being inside the Capitol building during the attack.
Jawan Jackson joins In Focus
Brad Hoylman joins In Focus to talk about the effects of the pandemic on the theatre community.
Kevin McCollum joins In Focus to talk about challenges broadway producers are facing during the pandemic.
Dr. Syra Madad of New York City Health + Hospitals warned New York not to ignore the outbreak in February on an episode of In Focus.
Some of the stories beyond COVID-19 that made headlines in 2020.
Public figures continued to make news in In Focus.
Councilmember Vanessa Gibson joins In Focus to talk about the effects COVID-19 has had on her district.
Rachel Sherrow of Citymeals on Wheels joins In Focus to talk about the growing need in the city's senior community.
Jo Lee is a pantry coordinator, and she joins In Focus to talk about the increased need in immigrant communities and the difficulty in identifying it.
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Watch the full segment here.
With COVID numbers on the rise across the country and here in New York City, the governor is hinting that there might be another shutdown.
Business owner Rosanna Medina joins In Focus to discuss why another round of PPP is urgent to keeping small businesses like hers afloat.
Jonnel Doris joins In Focus to talk about the many programs offered by the city to bolster its small business community.
Stewart-Cousins talks about why funding mental health programs would protect everyone.
Managing to get that supermajority that the state's Democrats have been battling for is a major accomplishment for Andrea Stewart-Cousins.
Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins joins In Focus for a look at the most important issues facing the legislature today.
The New York Urban League releases its report, "The State of Black New York," on Monday, and CEO Arva Rice joins In Focus with a special preview.
Donovan Richards has been a leader in the fight for criminal justice reform.
There are huge disparities in education, with Black students falling behind in language and math skills, along with college admission.
Iesha Sekou joins In Focus to talk about how offering help in the form of education and support works to bring the gun violence numbers down.
Diana Richardson has been in the NYS Assembly for five years, but she was an anti-gun violence activist long before that.
Richardson talks about the impact the rise in violence is having on her community, and communities throughout the city and across the country.
As he prepares to run for re-election in 2021, Jumaane Williams is speaking out for changes in our political and social systems.
Jumaane Williams has also been fighting hard for public safety, long before he entered politics.
We continue our discussion with Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, on public safety.
Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul joins In Focus to talk about the causes, and suggested solutions, for this year's voting woes.
Glynda Carr is a civil rights activist and founder, president and CEO of Higher Heights for America.
Kate Doran was at the forefront of the fight for no-excuse absentee ballots, electronic sign-in and an increase in polling places.
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State Senator Roxanne Persaud is sponsoring the bill to ban Virginity Testing in the Senate.
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This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
Anti-Semitic hate crimes rose more than 20-percent in New York City in 2019. 2020 is already off to a frightening start.
As we remember the teachings of Martin Luther King, Jr., our guests talk about the message Dr. King would have had for young people today.
Borough President Eric Adams continues the discussion of anti-Semitic hate crimes and the relationship between different communities.
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This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
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This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
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This is "In Focus," with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus," with Cheryl Wills.
Stats show one in three Americans will have some form of Alzheimer's when they die.
There are a million-plus unpaid caregivers in New York City.
Around 5.8 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer's. 400,000 of them live in New York.
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This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
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This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
Since 1991, the National Action Network has been the premier civil rights organization in New York City.
Two of NAN’s new guard join Reverend Al Sharpton to talk about the changing face of activism.
What started out as one individual preacher and activist battling injustice, has turned into a major organization tackling countless issues.
What are some of the sources of anti-Semitism? A panel discusses.
Nearly half of all Anti-Semitic hate crimes in the U.S. happened in New York City in 2018.
A panel sits down with In Focus to discuss some ways to combat anti-Semitism.
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This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
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This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
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This is "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills
Camesha Grant, Ph.D.,Fred Shack, Dr. Marilyn A. Fraser, M.D., Dep. Inspector Winston Faison join Cheryl.
Camesha Grant, Ph.D.,Fred Shack, Dr. Marilyn A. Fraser, M.D., Dep. Inspector Winston Faison join Cheryl.
Camesha Grant, Ph.D.,Fred Shack, Dr. Marilyn A. Fraser, M.D., Dep. Inspector Winston Faison join Cheryl.
Rep. Carolyn Maloney and John Feal, the founder and president of Feal Good Foundation, join Cheryl.
Rep. Carolyn Maloney and John Feal, the founder and president of Feal Good Foundation, join Cheryl.
Michael O’Connell, a retired FDNY Lieutenant, and Lila Nordstrom, a former Stuyvesant H.S. Student and Founder of StuyHealth, join Cheryl.
Diana Mau and Sonia Ossorio and join Cheryl Wills on "In Focus" for a conversation about sex trafficking.
Richard Gottfried and Carolina Holderness join Cheryl Wills for a conversation about Sex trafficking.
Richard Gottfried and Carolina Holderness join Cheryl Wills for a conversation about Sex trafficking.
Perry Grossman and Donna Lieberman join Cheryl Wills.
Julie Menin and Greta Byrum join Cheryl Wills for In Focus.
Julie Menin and Greta Byrum join Cheryl Wills for In Focus.
Glenn Hunter, Co-founder and Co-Executive Director of Harlem Cultural Archives, Elinor Tatum join Cheryl on "In Focus."
Lloyd Williams, President of Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce, Brian Benjamin and Inez Dickens join Cheryl on "In Focus."
Lloyd Williams, President of Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce, Brian Benjamin and Inez Dickens join Cheryl on "In Focus."
A coalition of parks advocates and conservationists have banded together to put parks at the forefront in every City Council budget meeting.
With a far bigger budget, much needed improvements will be happening in all of the city parks.
Millions of New Yorkers use parks to run, play, explore, party, have a little “me” time. That’s why park usage is up all over the city.
Perry Brass, Author/Activist, Karla Jay, Author/Activist, and Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil, a Global Human Rights Activist, join Cheryl.
Daniel Dromm, City Councilman of Queens, Brad Hoylman, State Senator of Manhattan, James Fallarino, Media Director of NYCPride, join Cheryl.
Daniel Dromm, City Councilman of Queens, Brad Hoylman, State Senator of Manhattan, James Fallarino, Media Director of NYCPride, join Cheryl.
She has served in Congress since 1991.
Maloney talks about her fight to keep the Victims Compensation Fund funded.
She discussed preparations for the 100th anniversary of the ERA.
Eric Cumberbatch, Commissioner of NYC Mayor’s Office to Prevent Gun Violence, and Jackie Rowe-Adams, Founder of Harlem Mothers S.A.V.E., join Cheryl.
Donovan Richards, Queens City Councilman, and Erica Ford, Founder and CEO of LIFE Camp, join Cheryl.
Donovan Richards, Queens City Councilman, and Erica Ford, Founder and CEO of LIFE Camp, join Cheryl.
Louis Maldonado, Board Chairman of National Puerto Rican Day Parade, and Bobby Sanabria, a musician in the parade, join Cheryl.
Louis Maldonado, Board Chairman of National Puerto Rican Day Parade, Bobby Sanabria, a musician, and Cindy Estrada join Cheryl.
Louis Maldonado, Board Chairman of National Puerto Rican Day Parade, Bobby Sanabria, a musician, and Cindy Estrada join Cheryl.
Rep. Gregory Meeks talks about what he has learned in Congress.
A $13 billion expansion is planned for JFK Airport.
Jamaica and the Rockaways are beginning to see capital investments come in.
Jonathan Hamilt, Co-Founder of Drag Queen Story Hour, Anthony Tassi, CEO of Literacy Partners, joined Cheryl Wills on "In Focus."
Councilman Jimmy Van Bramer, Linda E. Johnson and Tony Marx join Cheryl Wills for "In Focus."
Councilman Jimmy Van Bramer, Linda E. Johnson and Tony Marx join Cheryl Wills for "In Focus."
Susan Lerner, Theo Oshiro, Judge Milton Tingling join "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
Susan Lerner, Theo Oshiro, Judge Milton Tingling join "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
Susan Lerner, Theo Oshiro, Judge Milton Tingling join "In Focus" with Cheryl Wills.
State Senator John Liu, Assemblyman Ron Kim and State Senator Kevin Thomas talk about all of those issues, beginning with the SHSATs.
State Senator John Liu, Assemblyman Ron Kim and State Senator Kevin Thomas talk about all of those issues, beginning with the SHSATs.
State Senator John Liu, Assemblyman Ron Kim and State Senator Kevin Thomas talk about all of those issues, beginning with the SHSATs.
John Bunn’s life was forever changed on August 13, 1991.
DA Darcel Clark has seen the city’s criminal justice system from the inside as a judge, a prosecutor and now a D.A.
What’s wrong with the criminal justice system?
With the current administration taking a unfriendly view toward immigrants, it has fallen on the cities and states to develop policies.
With the current administration taking a unfriendly view toward immigrants, it has fallen on the cities and states to develop policies.
With the current administration taking a unfriendly view toward immigrants, it has fallen on the cities and states to develop policies.
Nily Rozic, an Assembly member from Queens, and Julie Tighe, President of the League of Conservation Voters, join Cheryl.
Nily Rozic, an Assembly member from Queens, and Julie Tighe, President of the League of Conservation Voters, join Cheryl.
Tony Hillery, Founder/CEO, Harlem Grown, and John Opperman, Executive Director of Earth Day Initiative, join Cheryl for In Focus.
Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum and Executive Director of the Muslim Community Network NY, Aniqa Nawabi, join Cheryl for "In Focus."
Chaim Deutsch and Robert Jackson join Cheryl on "In Focus" to discuss how we stop hate in its tracks
Chaim Deutsch and Robert Jackson join Cheryl on "In Focus" to discuss how we stop hate in its tracks
Gale Brewer, Manhattan Borough President, and Jessica Walker, President and CEO of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, join Cheryl.
Gregg Bishop, Commissioner of NYC Department of Small Business Services, and Leslie Feinber, Owner/Founder of Prohibition Bakery, join Cheryl.
Gale Brewer, Manhattan Borough President, and Jessica Walker, President and CEO of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, join Cheryl.
Carol Jenkins and Carol Robles-Roman join "In Focus" to talk about creating a safer and fairer workplace.
Carol Jenkins and Carol Robles-Roman join "In Focus" to talk about creating a safer and fairer workplace.
Carmelyn Malalis, Commissioner of Human Rights, joins Cheryl Wills to talk about creating a safer and more equal workplace.
Congresswoman Grace Meng, Sharon Nelson, CEO of Civically Re-Engaged Women, and Jean Baucaria joins "In Focus."
Congresswoman Grace Meng joins "In Focus" to talk about her career in the world of politics.
Congresswoman Grace Meng, Sharon Nelson, CEO of Civically Re-Engaged Women, and Jean Baucaria joins "In Focus."
Bronx City Councilwoman Vanessa Gibson and Policy Director Randi Levine also join Cheryl for a conversation about education.
Natasha Bracey, the principal at PS277X, and Desire Marte, a mother of five, join Cheryl to talk about how important early education is to children.
Councilwoman Gibson and Policy Director of Advocates for Children Randi Levine join Cheryl Wills for a conversation about education policy.
City Council member Carlina Rivera and Senior Attorney at Her Justice Laura Sinrod Israel join Chery for a discussion about domestic abuse.
City Council member Carlina Rivera and Senior Attorney at Her Justice Laura Sinrod Israel join Chery for a discussion about domestic abuse.
Domestic abuse survivor and leader at Survivor for Families Monica and Executive Director of Sanctuary for Families Judge Judy Kluger join Cheryl.
Alicia Glen, the Deputy Mayor of Housing and Economic Development, and Tolu Lawrence, V.P. of Programs of MotherCoders, join Cheryl Wills.
The first African-American NFL Coach Collette Smith and Rev. Wendy Calderon-Payne join Cheryl Wills for "In Focus."
Alicia Glen, the Deputy Mayor of Housing and Economic Development, and Tolu Lawrence, V.P. of Programs of MotherCoders, join Cheryl Wills.
Michael Blake and Delsenia Glover join Cheryl Wills for a discussion on affordable housing in NYC.
Two experts on housing join Cheryl Wills for a conversation about how best to create affordable housing in New York City.
Michael Blake and Delsenia Glover join Cheryl Wills for a discussion on affordable housing in NYC.
Danny Pearlstein and Marco Conner join Cheryl for a discussion about the future of the MTA.
Jaqi Cohen and Ydanis Rodriguez join Cheryl Wills for "In Focus."
Jaqi Cohen and Ydanis Rodriguez join Cheryl Wills for "In Focus."
Will changing politics as usual change the landscape when it comes to racism, voter suppression and justice?
African American empowerment may help to change things in the future, but what about the present, and the past?
It appears the winds of change are blowing, and there’s no stopping them. But are bold, new ideas enough to change the lives of everyday people?
A frank conversation about how student loan debt is leaving recent graduates with mounds of debt they can't pay back.
Ron Kim and Leslie King join Cheryl to talk about the Obama administration's plan that offered relief to people carrying student loan debt.
Democratic Assemblyman for Queens Ron Kim, and Director of Financial Aid for Hostos Community College Leslie King discuss the future of financial aid.
Kate Doran, Election Specialist for the League of Women Voters of New York, and Wennie Chin join Cheryl Wills to discuss voting reform.
Assemblywoman Latrice Walker and NCAAP New York Conference President Hazel Dukes join Cheryl Wills to discuss voting reform in New York.
Assemblywoman Latrice Walker and Hazel Dukes, President of the NCAAP New York Conference, join Cheryl Wills to discuss voting reform.
Eli Amsl, owner of Lagmitz Paper and Plastic, and Tom Grech, President and CEO of the Queens Chamber of Commerce, join Cheryl for a discussion.
City Councilman Eric Ulrich, and Seth Bornstein, Executive Director of g the Queens Economic Development Corp, join Cheryl for In Focus.
City Councilman Eric Ulrich, and Seth Bornstein, Executive Director of gthe Queens Economic Development Corp, join Cheryl for In Focus.
Jane-Roberte Sampeur and Ames Grawert get into the issues with Cheryl Wills
Cheryl is joined by activists working to treat the underlying issues that often end with women behind bars.
How can we get the government involved early enough to save women, and, consequently, their children, from prison, and the destructive aftermath?
Alexander Horowitz, the founder of The John Doe Fund, and Terrance Coffie, a Community Affairs Liaison at The John Doe Fund, join Cheryl.
Cheryl has a lively and enlightening conversation about changing the criminal justice system in New York City with two advocates.
Cheryl has a lively and enlightening conversation about prison reform with two advocates.
NY's political elite told their stories on In Focus.
In Focus was there for all the celebrations.
A new Food Bank survey shows it's still an uphill battle.
Officials share individual perspectives on hunger in New York.
Officials say there is always a need for food.
Dr. Shapiro and Lynn Sabulski, a medical marijuana patient, join Cheryl to talk about the benefits of medical marijuana.
David C. Holland, Executive & Legal Director of Empire State NORML, and Christine De La Rosa, CEO and Founder of The People’s Dispensary, join Cheryl.
David C. Holland, Executive & Legal Director of Empire State NORML, and Christine De La Rosa, CEO and Founder of The People’s Dispensary, join Cheryl.
Stewart-Cousins talks about why it is so important to preserve affordable housing.
Andrea Stewart-Cousins joins In Focus to talk about making history as the first woman to become the New York State Senate Majority Leader.
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie joins In Focus from the National Black Caucus of State Legislators Conference in Brooklyn.
For many veterans coming home after active duty, returning to civilian life is an uphill battle.
Brooklyn City Councilman Chaim Deutsch, and Michael Bocchini joined Cheryl to talk about the many programs offered by the state.
BK Councilman Chaim Deutsch and Michael Bocchini join us to talk about programs available here in NYC and New York State for returning veterans.
Gregg Bishop joins Cheryl to talk about New York City’s commitment to small businesses, and why he believes Small Business Saturday is important.
Mark Gjonaj chairs the Small Business Committee on NYC's City Council, and Cory Schifter, s small business owner, chat with Cheryl.
Mark Gjonaj and Cory Schifter joined Cheryl to discuss the challenges facing small businesses in New York City.
A discussion of the Alzhiemer's Foundation of America's programs.
Dementia and Alzheimer's take a toll on patients and family.
A discussion on security for seniors, and the isolation some face.
The polls say a record number of people are planning to vote. But will they?
Need some expert advice on voting this Tuesday? We've got what you need.
Do young people actually get how important this election is? These experts have some thoughts.
The law requires people who are deemed seriously mentally ill to submit for outpatient treatment.
Two experts discuss the limitations of the criminal justice system.
Two experts discuss the ThriveNYC program.
An advocate discusses the importance of turning out the vote with Donald Trump in the White House.
It comes after a string of fights at the center.
A lawmaker also discusses the future for Puerto Ricans.
A lawmaker says test scores aren't independent from the arts.
Some local artists say they've actively tried to incorporate a wider range of voices in their work.
Why the state hasn't often supported the arts.
Rising costs of housing in cities are obstacles to dropping the rate of poverty.
More than 60,000 people sleep on city streets.
Advocates discuss what New Yorkers can do to help.
Three activists discuss the African American Day Parade.
A discussion on what it takes to diversity government.
A discussion on the need for higher voter turnout.
Sharpton says the city isn't insulated from the problem.
New York's voting laws haven't changed since 1890.
The Census is just one of them.
The weekend-long festival celebrates all things Caribbean.
Advocates discuss how to keep everyone safe without taking away from the joy of the Carnival.
Our guests discuss opening up the festivities for all Caribbean communities.
A discussion on the ups and downs of cycling in the city.
The discussion broadens out to include the controversial topic of bike-sharing.
A discussion on the downside of cycling in the city.
Two advocates discuss the state of libraries in city schools.
A local official and the head of Brooklyn Public Library argue public libraries are rebounding.
Local officials discuss the future of city libraries.
Victor Calise, commissioner of the NYC Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities, joins NY1's Cheryl Wills.
A discussion on the disabled in the workplace.
A discussion about solutions.
Advocates discuss the consequences of free legal representation in housing court.
Most tenants have not been represented in housing court.
City Councilwoman Vanessa Gibson talks to Cheryl Wills about the ways Bronx housing court has been reformed.
The father of Lesandro "Junior" Guzman-Feliz reflects on the memory of his son, who was killed by alleged gang members in the Bronx in June.
Advocates and lawmakers argue why New York state needs to pass Junior's Law, which would give children more safe spaces in certain areas.
Advocates and lawmakers discuss ways communities can reduce gang violence and membership.
An advocate and an attorney argue that a new bill to regulate home-sharing services will hurt hosts.
The city councilwoman who was the main sponsor of a bill to regulate home-sharing services argues the legislation is meant to root out "bad actors."
A lawmaker and an advocate respond to contrasting arguments from opponents of regulating home-sharing services.
A former sanitation driver and an advocate discuss the hazards and inequities of the private sanitation industry.
A city councilman and an advocate discuss what they say is the wild, wild west of the private sanitation industry.
A city councilman and an advocate discuss the slow fight to try and prevent poor neighborhoods from being inundated with trash.
Two experts discuss if suicide prevention measures are focused on the right at-risk groups.
Two experts discuss the focus on getting help for underserved communities that are seeing rising numbers of suicides.
Two experts discuss the need for people to recognize that someone may be considering suicide.
A city official and a business owner discuss why 50 percent of small businesses fail within five years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Two state lawmakers discuss the institutional barriers that have led to most minorities not being able to own businesses in New York City.
Two lawmakers provide tips for people trying to start a business.
City Council Speaker Corey Johnson talks about his fear that LGBT people will face a series of rollbacks of the laws that gave them more rights.
City Council Speaker Corey Johnson talks about the increase in hate crimes against the LGBT community.
City Council Speaker Corey Johnson talks to "In Focus" Host Cheryl Wills about coming out as gay when he was in high school.
The controversy over the Specialized High Schools Admissions Test has exposed a rift.
City Councilman Ritchie Torres and Dr. Ivan Khan discuss the SHSAT.
Ritchie Torres and Dr. Ivan Khan discuss.
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. argues why the U.S. government has failed Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria devastated the island.
Two experts discuss the Puerto Rican Day Parade and its special significance this year.
Two experts discuss the debate over Puerto Rican statehood after Hurricane Maria devastated the island.
The consul general of Israel in New York argues that the U.S. moving its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem shows the country recognizes reality.
Two community organizers discuss how they are trying to find unity among Jewish people in New York so they can face their challenges.
Two community organizers discuss some of the things people do not know about the Celebrate Israel Parade and Israel.
Three experts discuss Asian immigrants' deportation fears, and immigrants receiving only a fraction of the city's services.
Three experts discuss how some advocates are trying to raise awareness about preventative care and mental health care for Asian-Americans.
Three experts dispel the myths that all Asian-Americans are wealthy and have strong businesses.
A recovering addict and an advocate explain why they support safe injection sites.
A lawmaker and an advocate discuss the increased support for safe injection sites.
A lawmaker argues for elected officials to look at the medical science of safe injection sites.
A patient and a medical expert discuss why there isn't enough help for Lupus patients.
Two lawmakers discuss legislation to help Lupus patients, in part by funding education and prevention.
Two lawmakers discuss concerns that Lupus patients may lose health care coverage guaranteed by the Affordable Care Act.
An asylum recipient and an immigration attorney discuss the challenges people face to be granted asylum to the U.S.
Two city lawmakers give their clashing perspectives on how to address asylum-seekers.
Two local lawmakers debate if New York City should be a "sanctuary city."
An organ donor recipient talks about his long road to getting his liver transplant, and how he feared for his life.
A lawmaker and the president of an organ procurement organization talk about the desperate need for organ donors.
A lawmaker and the president of an organ procurement organization talk about efforts to have more people become organ donors in New York.
A city commissioner tells "In Focus" guest host Jeanine Ramirez about efforts to bring "green energy" to the city's buildings and vehicle fleet.
A city lawmaker and an advocate talk about how cities and individuals have to pick up the slack now that the EPA has cut environmental regulations.
A lawmaker and an advocate discuss a new solar panel plan in the city, and efforts to make the city "green" despite resistance in Washington.
A survivor of child sexual abuse talks to "In Focus" Host Cheryl Wills about his abuse, and his lengthy fight for the Child Victims Act.
Two members of the New York state legislature talk about why the Child Victims Act has not been brought up for a vote in the state Senate.
Two state lawmakers talk about the groups that have worked to block the Child Victims Act from becoming law in New York.
Rep. Yvette Clarke joins "In Focus" Host Cheryl Wills to talk about her concerns about immigration in the United States.
A congresswoman and an advocate discuss concerns about the sustainability of affordable housing in the city.
A congresswoman and a longtime aide to Shirley Chisholm talk about their efforts to honor Chisholm's legacy.
Two advocates discuss if New York City communities are as enthusiastic about "Neighborhood Policing" as the NYPD.
Two NYPD chiefs tell "In Focus" Host Cheryl Wills about how the "Neighborhood Policing" program functions.
Two NYPD chiefs explain how the "Neighborhood Policing" program communicates directly with New Yorkers.
Cheryl Wills talks with Karim Camara, Kalman Yeger, and Monsignor Kevin Sullivan about creating an interfaith dialogue that brings all New Yorkers together.
Cheryl Wills talks with Karim Camara, Kalman Yeger, and Monsignor Kevin Sullivan about creating an interfaith dialogue that brings all New Yorkers together.
Cheryl Wills talks with Kalman Yeger, and Monsignor Kevin Sullivan about creating an interfaith dialogue that brings all New Yorkers together.
"In Focus" Host Cheryl Wills talks to two advocates about the different types of congestion pricing proposals.
Two New York City lawmakers discuss what they want to see from any congestion pricing plan.
Two New York City lawmakers discuss their concerns with congestion pricing in New York City.
"In Focus" Host Cheryl Wills talks to Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand about the Women's March, the #MeToo movement, and more.
An advocate talks about ways for women to make further gains for gender equality.
An advocate and a lawmaker discuss efforts to get more women elected to public office.
The students in Parkland, Florida have ignited another national conversation about gun control.
Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark and City Councilman Donovan Richards of Queens discussed steps being taken to stop gun violence in New York City.
Bronx DA Darcel Clark and City Councilman Donovan Richards discuss President Trump's idea of arming teachers in schools.
"In Focus" Host Cheryl Wills talks to budget experts about the potential impacts of the latest city budget proposal, particularly for seniors.
Two New York City officials analyze city programs that might be impacted by the federal tax bill and the possible loss of millions of dollars in state revenue.
Two New York City officials talk about the budget fights over funding the MTA and maintaining New York City as a "sanctuary city."
Two activists talk about how myths about Asian-Americans prevent them from receiving much-needed services.
A city councilwoman and an activist talk about the struggles of Asian-Americans have tackling poverty, overcrowding in their neighborhoods, and other issues.
A city councilwoman and an activist talk to In Focus" Host Cheryl Wills about the need for investments to help Asian-Americans.
Activists talk to "In Focus" Host Cheryl Wills about the impact mass incarceration has had on a generation of young African-American men.
Two activists and a local lawmaker talk about the struggle to keep the soul of New York City neighborhoods like Harlem alive.
Two activists and a local lawmaker talk about the mobilization of NY's African-American community in response to President Trump's policies.
Two activists talk to "In Focus" Host Cheryl Wills about how the Trump administration may be using DACA to divide the country's immigrant communities.
A lawmaker and an activist discuss Trump's State of the Union message on immigration.
A lawmaker and an activist talk about the struggles of undocumented immigrants in the United States.
Two experts talk to "In Focus" host Cheryl Wills about efforts to boost voter participation in New York State.
Two state lawmakers discuss election reforms to allow early voting.
Two state lawmakers discuss efforts to combat voter suppression.
Fire Commissioner Daniel Nigro offered life-saving fire safety tips for New Yorkers.
City Councilman Chaim Deutsch of Brooklyn and Josh Lockwood, CEO of the American Red Cross Greater New York region, discuss a push to install smoke alarms in every New York City home.
City Councilman Chaim Deutsch of Brooklyn and Josh Lockwood, CEO of the American Red Cross Greater New York region, talked about escape plans for fires and safety with space heaters.
Two activists join In Focus Host Cheryl Wills to discuss the fight for civil rights today, in the future, and during Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s time.
A lawmaker and an activist discuss challenges facing African-Americans in New York.
A lawmaker and an activist discuss the impact of mass incarceration and the affordable housing crisis.
State Senate Democratic Conference Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins discusses the underrepresentation of women in the state legislature.
State Sen. Brian Benjamin talks with In Focus Host Cheryl Wills about the recent push for criminal justice reform, and Harlem's affordable housing crisis.
A state lawmaker discusses the city's deteriorating transit system and the debate over congestion pricing.
UFT President Michael Mulgrew sits down with In Focus Host Cheryl Wills to talk about the city's public school teachers not having paid family leave.
A teacher, the president of the UFT, and a public official discuss the problems public school teachers face because they do not receive paid family leave.
A teacher, the president of the UFT, and a public official discuss the efforts to get the city to provide paid family leave for city public school teachers.
Two officials involved in food pantry efforts discuss the impact of funding cuts to city food pantries.
A Food Bank official and a local lawmaker talk to In Focus Host Cheryl Wills about the need for more food pantries in New York City.
A Food Bank official and a local lawmaker discuss problems for food insecure New Yorkers who are young or a senior citizen.
A city commissioner talks to In Focus Host Cheryl Wills about the growing awareness in the United States about sexual misconduct.
A lawmaker and an activist discuss protections for victims of sexual misconduct.
A lawmaker and an activist talk about the need for victims of sexual misconduct to tell their stories.
NYCHA Chair Shola Olatoye talks to In Focus Host Cheryl Wills about the housing authority not conducting lead paint inspections for years.
A lawmaker and an activist discuss concerns about the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)'s transparency.
A lawmaker and an activist discuss concerns about NYCHA's funding and safety.
An attorney and an activist discuss why there are so many homeless students in New York City.
An activist and a lawmaker talk to In Focus Host Cheryl Wills about ways to help homeless students.
An activist and a lawmaker discuss the longstanding factors that have led to the dramatic increase in homelessness in New York City.
Two activists talk to In Focus Host Cheryl Wills about concerns about complacency regarding HIV/AIDS.
An activist and a lawmaker discuss HIV/AIDS infection rates for young people.
An activist and a lawmaker discuss efforts to decrease HIV/AIDS infection rates.
Former Congressman Charles Rangel discusses obstacles that veterans face.
Experts discuss what policies can help veterans after their service.
Experts talk to In Focus Host Cheryl Wills about challenges that VA hospitals face.