Governor Kathy Hochul gave the 2026 state of the state address today. She spoke about the changes made in New York in the past year, including increasing the minimum wage, removing phones from schools, and investing in clean energy.

On Monday, almost 15,000 people rallied at hospitals around New York City. WFUVs Sienna Reinders and Sonia Weliwitigoda went to one of the strikes.

WFUV’s Strike a Chord public service campaign highlights non profits in the Tri-State Area. This season, we focused on organizations that support arts and music education. WFUV’s Alexandra Pfau spoke with Lou Chen. He's the CEO of Intempo, a Connecticut music school.

Host/Producer: Alexandra Pfau

Editor: Tess Novotny

Reporter: Sienna Reinders

Reporter: Sonia Weliwitigoda

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Medical Spas, which offer services like Botox and lip fillers, are under investigation by the City Council for health and safety violations. A preliminary report focused on 15 med spas throughout the five boroughs. All of them were offering unlicensed medical procedures.

With the holiday season in full swing, New Yorkers are filling stores and scrolling online in search of the best deals. WFUV's Jay Doherty spoke with Fordham Gabelli School of Business Professor Luke Kachersky about the best tips he has to spend wisely this holiday season.

WFUV’s Livia Regina shares some of Indigo De Souza's interview with the station. Plus, a new album from Joe Jackson and Rodrigo y Gabriela's 20th anniversary tour.

Host/Producer: Nora Malone

Editor: Robin Shannon/Tess Novotny

Reporter: Jay Doherty

Reporter: Livia Regina

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

New York City Comptroller Brad Lander says he’s running for Congress. WFUV’s Sienna Reinders reports on how his campaign is taking shape.

To mark International Human Rights Day, WFUV’s Frank Spicuzza looks at the New York City Department of Records’ effort to digitize decades of civil rights documents.

The New York Yankees are bringing the holiday spirit to the Bronx. WFUV’s Xenia Gonikberg explains what’s new with the MLB team’s annual food drive.

And in Music News, WFUV’s Livia Regina shares part of Alabama Shakes’ interview with the station, plus we have a new FUV Live Session with Obongjayar and details on Matt Berninger’s upcoming tour.

Host/Producer: Andrew McDonald

Editor: Tess Novotny

Reporter: Sienna Reinders

Reporter: Frank Spicuzza

Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg

Theme Music: Livia Regina

The Supreme Court seems poised to expand President Trump’s control over independent federal agencies. Arguments in court today come after Trump fired a Federal Trade Commission board member without cause.

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced that he will be moving into the mayoral mansion, WFUVs Nora Malone reports.

This year’s Golden Globe nominations were announced. Tune in to hear if your favorite movie made the list!

Governor Hochul said she wants to bring manufacturing power back to upstate New York by introducing new technology. WFUV’s Nora Malone reports.

WFUV’s Xenia Gonikberg sat down with Melissa Zimdars, a professor of communication and media at Merrimack College, to hear how to avoid scams when buying gifts.

Host/Producer: Jay Doherty

Editor: Lainey Nguyen

Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg

Reporter: Nora Malone

Reporter: Sienna Reinders

Reporter: Lainey Nguyen

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

The MTA is changing their weekday train schedule and over a million commuters in Queens will be impacted.

Small businesses in the Woodlawn Heights neighborhood of the North Bronx are getting help from a non-profit. WFUV’s Frank Spicuzza tells us more about a newly formed business alliance in the area.

It’s officially the holiday season. The time of year when kids beg their parents for the newest toy on the market. But a national research group is urging caution. Specifically against toys that use AI. WFUVs Sienna Reinders tells us why these toys might be dangerous.

Host/Producer: Alexandra Pfau

Editor: Tess Novotny

Reporter: Sienna Reinders

Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg

Reporter: Frank Spicuzza

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

New York has some of the strongest housing laws in the country. But some people still face discrimination during the home buying process. That’s why the city council said it is looking to improve transparency for co-op or condo buyers.

A dirt field in a New York park has turned into a metaphorical “Field of Dreams.” At least that’s what Mayor Eric Adams called the new field in Harlem. WFUV’s Xenia Gonikberg explains the plan that was a part of the mayor’s State of the City address.

New Jersey wants to eliminate all traffic deaths statewide. WFUV’s Nick Verone explains the plan.

Word Up Bookshop is a local shop run and operated by more than 60 volunteers in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood. WFUV’s Xenia Gonikberg explains how this bookstore transformed from a temporary pop-up into a permanent fixture working to build community.

Host/Producer: Lainey Nguyen

Editor: Robin Shannon

Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg

Reporter: Nick Verone

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

New Jersey's top federal prosecutor Alina Habba has been disqualified from her role. WFUV’s Nora Malone reports.

Thousands of unused meal swipes expire every week at Fordham University, but a group of students has figured out how to turn that waste into meals for Bronx residents facing food insecurity. WFUV’s Andrew McDonald reports.

Governor Kathy Hochul’s school phone ban is working. That's according to her new survey of 350 schools statewide. WFUV’s Nora Malone reports.

Host/Producer: Jay Doherty

Editor: Lainey Nguyen

Reporter: Nora Malone

Reporter: Andrew McDonald

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Public advocate Jumaane Williams has released a review of New York City’s mental health programs.

President Donald Trump and Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani are set to meet tomorrow in D.C., WFUVs Nora Malone has more.

New York just elected its first democratic socialist mayor, Zohran Mamdani. Mamdani was endorsed by America's largest Democratic Socialist chapter, NYC-DSA. WFUVs Nora Malone spoke with Matthew Smith, the co-founder and co-chair of Fordham’s chapter of the Young Democratic Socialist of America or YDSA.

Host/Producer: Alexandra Pfau

Editor: Tess Novotny

Reporter: Nora Malone

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

A new bill in the City Council could finally make bodega cats legal residents of New York’s corner stores. WFUV’s Xenia Gonikberg reports on what the change would mean for bodega owners and their feline coworkers.

Across the country this week, hundreds of cultural institutions, artists, businesses, and organizers are joining a coordinated protest against rising authoritarianism. WFUV’s Sienna Reinders explains the national “Fall of Freedom” action and why New Yorkers are participating.

And in the Bronx, the New York Botanical Garden has opened its 34th annual Holiday Train Show, complete with miniature railroads weaving through handcrafted replicas of iconic city landmarks. WFUV’s Joseph Vizza takes us inside the Garden’s seasonal favorite.

Host/Producer: Andrew McDonald

Editor: Tess Novotny

Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg

Reporter: Sienna Reinders

Reporter: Joseph Vizza

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

The House has passed a bill to release the Jeffrey Epstein files. Supporters say releasing them means justice for victims of the powerful people with ties to the convicted sex offender. It'll head to the senate for another vote and if it passes it will land on President Trump’s desk.

SNAP Benefits have returned, but as WFUV’s Nick Verone reports, users still face uncertainty.

Freddie Mercury is getting a collectible coin in his honor. WFUV’s Robin Shannon reports on how The Royal Mint plans to celebrate the memory of the legendary musician and his notable performances.

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has a new furry guest this year. It’s a Labubu that will fill the New York City sky along with the other floats. The parade starts on Manhattan’s Upper West Side and ends at Macy’s Herald Square. It includes 32 balloons, 27 floats, and 11 marching bands, all leading to Santa Claus.

Host/Producer: Lainey Nguyen

Editor: Robin Shannon

Reporter: Nick Verone

Reporter: Robin Shannon

Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker