Annika Pergament

New York

Anchor, The Rush Hour at Spectrum News NY1

NYC news anchor @ny1 and national anchor for Spectrum Networks [email protected]

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Criminal defense attorney weighs in on Weinstein delibrations, Diddy trial

3 weeks ago | ny1.com | Annika Pergament

Jury deliberations are underway in the re-trial of Harvey Weinstein. Jurors heard more than five weeks of testimony about alleged sex crimes. The media mogul faces two counts of criminal sex act and one count of rape — which he was convicted of in 2020. A judge denied Harvey Weinstein’s request for a mistrial on Friday after a juror complained of issues in the deliberations.
Mayoral candidates pledge to reverse Adams' CityFHEPS

3 weeks ago | ny1.com | Annika Pergament

Some of the candidates for mayor are coming together, pledging to reverse Mayor Eric Adams’ proposed rent hike on New Yorkers using CityFHEPS if elected mayor. Adrienne Adams, Brad Lander, Zohran Mamdani, Zellnor Myrie, Jessica Ramos, and Scott Stringer are joining a united front to reverse the proposal. Advocates say the rent hike will increase homelessness and housing instability in the city.
Queens native Lucy Liu talks about new film

3 weeks ago | ny1.com | Annika Pergament

Award-winning actress Lucy Liu is preparing to take on her next endeavor. She is starring and producing the film “Rosemead,” which is premiering at the Tribeca Festival on June 6. Liu recently sat down with NY1 at Hawksmoor Restaurant in Gramercy to talk about the film, her New York roots and her experience growing up as the daughter of Chinese immigrants.
National Book Foundation kicks off summer reading adventure

3 weeks ago | ny1.com | Annika Pergament

With summer arriving, New Yorkers are searching for a great book to bring to the beach. The National Book Foundation is partnering with the New York Public Library to encourage reading all summer long. Ruth Dickey, executive director of the National Book Foundation, joined “The Rush Hour” on Tuesday to discuss how to participate, and the importance of being a lifelong learner. Tap the video player above to watch the interview.
Father of slain Bronx girl searches for housing

3 weeks ago | ny1.com | Annika Pergament

When NY1 first met Ronald Branch, his 6-year-old daughter Jelayah Eason had been brutally killed. Her body lay in a morgue while Branch was in court fighting to prove paternity so he could bury her — and gain custody of his then-8-year-old son, Jazier. After the autopsy results came back, Jelayah’s mother, Lynija Eason Kumar, was charged with murder, manslaughter and endangering the welfare of a child. She has pleaded not guilty and is awaiting trial.
Housing advocates push back against proposed rent hike

4 weeks ago | ny1.com | Annika Pergament

Advocates gathered Friday to protest a plan that would lead to rent increases for New Yorkers who receive housing assistance vouchers. The protest came as the City Council held a hearing about the program. Christine Quinn, the president and CEO of WIN, a shelter and supportive housing provider, joined "The Rush Hour" with more on how this could impact New Yorkers who are already at risk of homelessness. Tap the video player above to watch the interview.
League of Women Voters highlights importance of 2025 primaries

4 weeks ago | ny1.com | Annika Pergament

With less than a month to go until the mayoral primary, several groups in the city are trying to make sure New Yorkers know how to vote — and higlight the importance of participating in the democratic process. The League of Women Voters NYC is one of the groups empowering potential voters. The group's Chair of the Speakers Bureau, Diane Burrows, joined "The Rush Hour" on Friday to talk about what New Yorkers need to know before heading to the polls.
Bryant Park Picnic Performances kicks off 2025 season

4 weeks ago | ny1.com | Annika Pergament

The Bryant Park Picnic Performance series is back for the season. The series offers free outdoor concerts all summer long in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, starting Friday night with a performance by Electric Root. Vocalist C. Anthony Bryant and Dan Fishman, the vice president of public events at Bryant Park, joined "The Rush Hour" to share a preview of this year's programming. Tap the video player above to watch the interview.
City's aging commissioner reacts to threats to Medicare

4 weeks ago | ny1.com | Annika Pergament

Senate Republicans are in tense negotiations this week to pass President Donald Trump's so-called "Big Beautiful Bill."The legislation narrowly passed in the House last week. It includes extensive tax cuts for the wealthy, more eligibility requirements for Medicaid, and increasing the cap on state and local tax deductions. Trump has championed the all-in-one bill, pushing GOP leaders to pass it as soon as possible.
Immigrant rights groups warn others about alleged ICE

1 month ago | ny1.com | Annika Pergament

Reports of plainclothes ICE agents made arrests at immigration courts in Manhattan Wednesday. New video shared with NY1 shows agents making arrests at 26 Federal Plaza. There are reports that arrests were also made at the courthouse on 201 Varick Street. These arrests come a week after a Bronx high school student was arrested after leaving court for his now-dismissed deportation case.