New York NOW

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New York NOW is New York States Emmy Award-winning, in-depth public affairs program, featuring news, interviews and analysis from the Capitol in Albany. Each week, New York NOW probes politicians, civil servants, journalists and others to examine the impact of public policy on residents of the Empire State.
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NYS Comptroller's Race + Fresh Communities Act
Episode 478
Friday, 1 May, 2026

Longtime New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli is facing primary challengers for the first time in almost two decades, David Lombardo, of WCNY's The Capitol Pressroom, and Dan Clark, of the Times Union, dive into the dynamics of the race and position of the candidates. State lawmakers and hunger advocates have been pushing for the Fresh Communities Act - a bill meant to improve access to fresh produce for grocery stores in underserved communities. We dive into the renewed support for the bill at the Capitol after a veto by Gov. Kathy Hochul. Explore more: nynow.org