New York airports are refusing to show a political message released by the Department of Homeland Security. WFUV’s Frank Spicuzza tells us what Governor Hochul said about it today.

More than 2500 “No Kings” protests are planned nationwide for October 18th, including a march starting at Father Duffy Square in NYC. We hear what New Yorkers can expect.

WFUV news is spotlighting Gen Z New Yorkers who are forging unique career paths and making a difference along the way. Maia Villalba works at the Children's Museum of Manhattan planning hands-on activities for kids. WFUV's Xenia Gonikberg talked to Villaba about what it’s like.

Host/Producer: Andrew McDonald

Editor: Tess Novotny

Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg

Reporter: Frank Spicuzza

Reporter: Sienna Reinders

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

It's the last day to register to vote in New Jersey. Voters can head to nj.gov to register online with their drivers license or social security number. Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattereli are the candidates in the race for governor. The general election is on November 4th

Mayor Adams said he’s trying to make life more affordable for new mothers and families, adding two new programs that aim to avoid shelter and homelessness. WFUV’s Nick Verone has more.

This weekend, thousands of people participated in a 5K walk/run at Prospect Park. The event raised money for children in Gaza. WFUV’s Xenia Gonikberg and Sienna Reinders bring us to Brooklyn to hear how the event unfolded.

WFUV’s Strike a Chord public service campaign highlights local non profits. This season we’re spotlighting organizations that promote environmental justice. Uptown & Boogie Healthy Project is a nonprofit that provides fresh food accessibility to New Yorkers. I sat down with the organization’s founder, Judith Desire to hear more about its work.

Host/Producer: Lainey Nguyen

Editor: Robin Shannon

Reporter: Sienna Reinders

Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg

Reporter: Nick Verone

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Head Start is a national early childhood education program, and one that’s been called vital to breaking intergenerational cycles of poverty. But recently, New York City lost a federal grant worth more than seventy million dollars. So what does that mean for children and families? WFUV’s Jay Doherty spoke with Gregory Brender and Tara Gardner from the Day Care Council of New York to learn more.

Dylan Zajac is a Gen Z entrepreneur who refurbishes used computers and donates them to people in need. To date, his organization called Computers 4 People has donated more than 5,000 computers and reached more than 12,000 people with digital skills courses they teach. WFUV’s Lainey Nguyen visited Zajac’s workspace in Hoboken, NJ to hear more about the work he does.

Host/Producer: Alexandra Pfau

Editor: Tess Novotny

Reporter: Jay Doherty

Reporter: Lainey Nguyen

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Israel and Hamas have agreed to pause fighting in Gaza. It’s part of the peace talks between Israel, Hamas, and the United States. According to President Trump, the peace plan includes the release of Palestinian and Israeli hostages.

Governor Kathy Hochul had a joint press conference today to discuss 34 million dollars in federal transit funding cuts to New York. WFUVs Nora Malone has more on how it might impact commuters.

FUV’s Livia Regina shares an excerpt from Michael Imperioli’s Live Session interview at the studio with his band Zopa. Also, Taylor Swift’s release of “Life of a Showgirl” just made a new record.

Host/Producer: Alexandra Pfau

Editor: Tess Novotny

Reporter: Nora Malone

Reporter: Livia Regina

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

A new affordable housing complex has opened in the Bronx, bringing dozens of units to New Yorkers in need. WFUV’s Xenia Gonikberg takes us to the ribbon cutting ceremony.

College students in Manhattan can de-stress this week by meeting therapy cats at a free pop-up event. WFUV’s Sienna Reinders has more on what you can expect.

Today is Latina Equal Pay Day, calling attention to persistent wage gaps for Latinas nationwide.

And author and adventurer Blair Braverman is coming to Fordham to talk about courage, identity and life on the trail. WFUV’s Jay Doherty spoke with moderator David Gibson, director of Fordham's Center on Religion and Culture, about what he's excited to ask her.

Host/Producer:

Editor: Tess Novotny/Lainey Nguyen

Reporter: Jay Doherty

Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg

Reporter: Nora Malone

Reporter: Andrew McDonald

Reporter: Alexandra Pfau

Reporter: Livia Regina

Reporter: Joseph Vizza

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

As today marks two years since the start of the war in Gaza, New York lawmakers are condemning Hamas’ attacks on Israel and calling for change.

A new poll looks into what some Americans think about the government shutdown. WFUV’s Xenia Gonikberg sat down with the CEO and Founder of HarrisX, who conducted the poll along with Harvard University.

With the New York mayoral election less than one month away, the city said they want to make sure New Yorkers know how to vote. WFUV’s Nick Verone has more.

Head Start is a national early childhood education program that’s been called vital to breaking intergenerational cycles of poverty. But recently, New York City lost a federal grant worth more than seventy million dollars. So what does that mean for children and families? WFUV’s Jay Doherty spoke with Gregory Brender and Tara Gardner from the Day Care Council of New York to learn more.

Host/Producer: Lainey Nguyen

Editor: Robin Shannon

Reporter: Jay Doherty

Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg

Reporter: Nick Verone

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in New York and Governor Hochul said she’s committed to addressing domestic violence in the state. WFUV’s Xenia Gonikberg tells us what Governor Hochul plans to do.

A group of pro-Palestinian activists protested in Midtown Manhattan on Thursday. They were calling for the release of nearly 500 people that were taken into custody by Israel in international waters while on a humanitarian aid mission. WFUV’s Alexandra Pfau reports.

The New York State Cannabis Board met today to discuss applications and update citizens on an error made during the summer. WFUVs Nora Malone has more.

WFUV news is spotlighting local members of Gen Z who are forging unique career paths and making a difference along the way. Dylan Zajac is a 22 year old entrepreneur who refurbishes used computers and donates them to people in need through his organization, Computers 4 People. WFUV’s Lainey Nguyen visited Zajac’s workspace in Hoboken, NJ to hear more about the work he does.

Host/Producer: Jay Doherty

Editor: Lainey Nguyen

Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg

Reporter: Nora Malone

Reporter: Alexandra Pfau

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

This Fall, WFUV News is spotlighting Gen Z New Yorkers who are forging unique career paths and making a difference along the way. Maia Villaba works at the Children's Museum of Manhattan planning hands-on activities for kids ages 0 through 6. WFUV’s Xenia Gonikberg has more.

It’s the start of October, and a bookstore dedicated to horror and dark literature has opened in New York City just in time for spooky season. WFUV’s Sienna Reinders takes us there.

Host/Producer: Alexandra Pfau

Editor: Tess Novotny

Reporter: Sienna Reinders

Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Local officials are speaking out against the Trump administration's announcement of withholding federal funding from New York City. WFUVs Nora Malone has more.

In New York City, journalists and advocates gathered outside Foley Square near city hall yesterday to protest what they say is a rising wave of attacks on press freedom, both at home and abroad.

Up next in Music News, WFUV’s Livia Regina shares information on Lola Young’s tour cancellation and an upcoming Rolling Stones album.

Host/Producer: Andrew McDonald

Editor: Tess Novotny

Reporter: Nora Malone

Reporter: Livia Regina

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

The United States government officially shut down at midnight today after Republicans and Democrats failed to reach a budget agreement in the Senate. New York Governor Kathy Hochul addressed the shutdown this morning in a press conference. WFUV’s Sienna Reinders reports.

Rent hikes are in effect starting today for 2.4 million rent stabilized tenants across the city. WFUV’s Xenia Gonikberg tells us how these hikes could impact residents living in these units.

Today, the Trump Administration announced they are freezing 18 billion dollars of federal funds that were dedicated to public works projects in New York City. WFUV’s Frank Spicuzza tells us more.

A bookstore dedicated to horror and dark literature has opened in New York City just in time for spooky season. WFUV’s Sienna Reinders takes us there.

Host/Producer: Alexandra Pfau

Editor: Tess Novotny

Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg

Reporter: Sienna Reinders

Reporter: Frank Spicuzza

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker