Efforts to limit Trump's war powers | The Big Deal 2026-04-11 01H 51M MST · DescriptionThis week, the big deal is the ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran. Vice President JD Vance landed in Pakistan this weekend for high-stakes talks to solidify a lasting peace. And in Washington, D.C., a power struggle has intensified as lawmakers consider a bill that would challenge and potentially limit President Donald Trump's authority to continue military operations in Iran.
TITLE: Democratic-backed candidate decisively wins race for Wisconsin Supreme Court | The Big Deal 2026-04-11 01H 46M MST · DescriptionThis week, there was a high-stakes competition that came to a close in Wisconsin — a key battleground state. Democrat Chris Taylor defeated Republican Maria Lazar by a wide margin. The victory by Taylor gives liberal-leaning justices on the Wisconsin high court a majority of five versus two. What does this win mean? Spectrum News political anchor Errol Louis is joined by political reporter Anthony DaBruzzi to take a closer look.
100 Days of Mayor Mamdani | Special Inside City Hall Analysis 2026-04-10 12H 24M MST · DescriptionAs of midnight tonight, Zohran Mamdani will have been in office for 100 days — a benchmark for elected officials across the country. In that time, Mamdani has had to learn quickly how to manage the city's everyday operations, all while trying to stay focused on his affordability agenda. NY1 has a special in-depth look at the mayor and his administration on "Inside City Hall."
Why the new DHS chief is prioritizing disaster relief for N.C. 2026-04-09 20H 05M MST · DescriptionHomeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin toured North Carolina areas devastated by Hurricane Helene in 2024. Mullin has revealed plans to speed relief to disaster-impacted communities. Mullin has signaled a different approach to FEMA, focusing on clearing a backlog of needs. North Carolina is still hard-hit, with $1.6 billion in FEMA assistance obligated so far.
What is the issue shaping Wisconsin's Democratic governor primary? 2026-04-09 20H 04M MST · DescriptionWith the spring election in the rearview mirror, gubernatorial candidates are kicking up their campaigns just four months ahead of the August primary. Wisconsin Health News hosted the top seven Democratic candidates for a forum discussion Wednesday afternoon on health care. The organization said it plans to hold a similar forum with Republican gubernatorial candidate Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-Minocqua, in the near future.
Why Trump wants to cut NASA's budget again 2026-04-09 19H 56M MST · DescriptionPresident Donald Trump's request for the federal budget year beginning in October looks to trim $5.6 billion from NASA. The space agency's current budget is $24.4 billion, and the president seeks to set the new figure at $18.8 billion.
Mamdani earns positive marks ahead of 100-day milestone, poll finds | Inside City Hall 2026-04-09 12H 09M MST · DescriptionZohran Mamdani is receiving positive reviews as he marks his first 100 days in office as New York City mayor, according to a Marist poll released Wednesday. The poll, which surveyed 1,454 city residents between March 26 and March 31, shows 48% approve of the mayor's job performance, while 30% disapprove and 23% are unsure. NY1 has the latest on "Inside City Hall."
Why Big Bend residents are protesting a proposed border wall 2026-04-08 21H 11M MST · DescriptionAs many as 2,000 people, according to some estimates, gathered on the steps of the Texas Capitol on Saturday to protest the construction of a border wall in the Big Bend region. This is an issue that has garnered considerable public pressure from local residents, authorities and even from circles within the U.S. Border Patrol.
What Chris Taylor's Supreme Court win means for Wisconsin 2026-04-08 17H 57M MST · DescriptionDemocratic-backed candidate Chris Taylor won election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court on Tuesday, growing the liberal majority on the court as cases affecting congressional redistricting, union rights and other hot button issues await in the perennial battleground state.
Inside the room where the Republican Party began 2026-04-08 17H 56M MST · DescriptionThe city of Ripon, Wisconsin—home to less than 8,000 people—is federally recognized as the birthplace of the Republican Party.
Rikers facility set to shut as care moves to Bellevue | Inside City Hall 2026-04-08 12H 28M MST · DescriptionThe infirmary on Rikers Island, which was a converted garage once used to repair Department of Correction vehicles, will close after decades in operation, as the city prepares to move medically vulnerable detainees into a new unit at Bellevue Hospital. NY1 has the latest on "Inside City Hall."
What happens when New York's budget is late? 2026-04-07 21H 09M MST · DescriptionThe state budget is now six days late, and because of the religious holidays, not much is expected to be accomplished before Tuesday when lawmakers return to Albany to pass a budget extender. To give us a sense of what's next, and whether a late budget matters, "Capital Tonight" invited Shontell Plummer to the show. Plummer is a partner and head of New York Practice at Tusk Strategies.
Will Roy Cooper's lead hold in N.C.'s Senate race? 2026-04-07 21H 08M MST · DescriptionDemocrat Roy Cooper continues to lead Republican Michael Whatley in polls. Whatley is struggling with name recognition compared to former Gov. Cooper. Several recent polls show Cooper with a lead, ranging from one poll placing it in single digits, still within the margin of error, to others showing a double-digit lead.
Can Texas really take part of New Mexico? 2026-04-07 21H 08M MST · DescriptionTexas House Speaker Dustin Burrows, R-Lubbock, directed the House Committee on Government Efficiency and Oversight to study the constitutional and economic implications of adding two counties in southeastern New Mexico to Texas. Republican lawmakers representing Lea and Roosevelt counties in New Mexico, just west of Lubbock, have expressed interest in leaving the state. Legal experts said that under the U.S. Constitution, New Mexico, Texas and Congress would all have to approve the annexation.
Is the early onset of teen gambling video games? 2026-04-07 13H 19M MST · DescriptionA study by Common Sense Media found adolescent boys are being lured into gambling with 36% of boys aged 11 to 17 saying they had gambled in the past year. It's happening on their favorite video games, and in ways we might not expect. And some states are. Jim Steyer says in California, the "Protecting Our Kids from Gambling Addiction Act" has been recently introduced. It prohibits operators from providing gambling or predictive market wagering to minors, among other stipulations. New York is moving to crack down on underage sports betting and problem gambling. Gov. Kathy Hochul has previewed new measures that would block minors from accessing betting apps and limit how companies target users. The proposal would require stricter age verification, biometric identification and even preventing gambling apps from being downloaded on devices used by underage New Yorkers.
Why forever chemicals are 'the most challenging evironmental issue of our generation' 2026-04-07 13H 19M MST · DescriptionCitizens Campaign for the Environment Executive Director Adrienne Esposito talks about how PFAs are a class of toxic synthetic chemicals used in various products that impact the environmental and health. Pittsford Town Supervisor Bill Smith shares different initiatives that protect farmland and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Smith also comments on the impact of federal funding cuts on climate change initiatives.
