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E-Bike Safety in the City

1 month ago | ny1.com | Cheryl Wills |Dana Perez

"In Focus" host Cheryl Wills discusses Priscilla's Law and e-bike safety with Queens Councilmember Robert Holden, who sponsors the legislation in the City Council. Plus, NYC-EVSA co-founder and firector Janet Schroeder talks about the lack of e-bike accident reporting. Finally, Grace Rauh, executive director of The 5Boro Institute, comments on the debate between Transportation Alternatives and those looking for e-bike accountability.
Montana Sen. Tim Sheehy discusses Republican party goals for new administration

Jan 24, 2025 | spectrumnews1.com | Josh Robin |Dana Perez

Montana Sen. Tim Sheehy discusses Republican party goals for new administration By Josh Robin - Chief National Political Reporter and Dana Perez Washington, D.C. PUBLISHED 11:00 AM ET Jan. 26, 2025 PUBLISHED 11:00 AM EST Jan. 26, 2025 Montana Republican Sen. Tim Sheehy talked about the shift in dynamics after Trump returned to the White House.
GWU professor Dr. Todd Belt breaks down presidential history

Jan 24, 2025 | spectrumnews1.com | Josh Robin |Dana Perez

George Washington University professor Dr. Todd Belt breaks down presidential history By Josh Robin - Chief National Political Reporter and Dana Perez Washington, D.C. PUBLISHED 11:00 AM ET Jan. 26, 2025 PUBLISHED 11:00 AM EST Jan. 26, 2025 George Washington University Professor Dr. Todd Belt discussed how different Trump’s second term could be compared to his first.
L'Elite Medispa owner Richina Lukes-Milledge shares breast cancer survival story

Dec 1, 2024 | ny1.com | Cheryl Wills |Dana Perez

L'Elite Medispa owner Richina Lukes-Milledge discussed discovering she had breast cancer and how she handled it as a medical professional. She said she couldn't find the resources she needed at the time and decided to research and create them herself for other patients and survivors. Lukes-Milledge also explained how her spa helps with recovery and remission for her clients and said she hopes to open more locations in the future.
Veterans Day Special

Nov 10, 2024 | ny1.com | Cheryl Wills |Dan Komarinetz |Dana Perez

By Cheryl Wills, Dan Komarinetz, and Dana Perez New York City PUBLISHED 11:00 AM ET Nov. 10, 2024 PUBLISHED 11:00 AM EST Nov. 10, 2024
Michigan Sen. Gary Peters emphasizes importance of unions

Aug 25, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Cheryl Wills |Dana Perez

Michigan Sen. Gary Peters explained why he feels union support is critical during an election cycle and how supporting the middle class also uplifts the economy. He discussed his role as chair of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, saying his goal is to bring all the incumbents back, try to flip more seats to Democrats and become the majority party in the House again. Peters said he is confident Vice President Kamala Harris can win in November.
In Focus: DNC 2024

Aug 25, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Cheryl Wills |Dana Perez |Dan Komarinetz

"In Focus" host Cheryl Wills went on location at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago to talk to party leaders about the upcoming general election. She spoke with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, Michigan Senator Gary Peters, Washington Congresswoman Suzan DelBene and Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett on this special edition of "In Focus."
In Focus: DNC 2024

Aug 23, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Cheryl Wills |Dana Perez |Dan Komarinetz

Discussing youth mental health with Gov. Kathy Hochul. New York City1 week agoBronx District Attorney Darcel Clark and Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson joined "In Focus."New York City2 weeks agoCheryl Wills talks with Mayor Eric Adams in an exclusive sit-down interview. New York City3 weeks ago"In Focus" celebrates the arrival of Harlem Week with Councilman Yusef Salaam and state Assembly candidate Jordan Wright. New York City4 weeks agoPete Zervakis talks to Texas Gov.
In Focus: DNC 2024

Aug 23, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Cheryl Wills |Dana Perez |Dan Komarinetz

By Cheryl Wills, Dana Perez, and Dan Komarinetz New York City PUBLISHED 11:00 AM ET Aug. 25, 2024 PUBLISHED 11:00 AM EDT Aug. 25, 2024
Urban Upbound CEO Bishop Mitchell Taylor shares organization's origin story

Apr 26, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Cheryl Wills |Dana Perez

Urban Upbound CEO Bishop Mitchell Taylor talked about how he saw a need for economic mobility in public housing in 2004, but found no resources available. He explained how Urban Upbound helps residents be more self-sufficient and provides an array of services to help the impoverished. Bishop Taylor also discussed how Urban Upbound helps new arrivals to the city and has branched out into a number of campuses and locations that provide migrants shelters.