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With the nation in virtual convention mode, we have a pair of guests to keep the focus on the election. Professor Allan Lichtman has successfully picked every presidential election for the last 36 years. He'll reveal his prediction for 2020 based on his "keys." Then, a former New Jersey political science professor will look at the Democratic ticket of Biden/Harris and what they'll face from President Trump in the weeks ahead.

This week, legendary sportscaster Bob Costas discusses what teams and fans can expect as the leagues are about to start or resume.while dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.  Then, President Trump's former National Security Advisor John Bolton joins us, fresh off his new book about his time in White House and widespread criticism of the president's abilities to govern.

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases, discusses the New York’s success in getting past the coronavirus, how sports should handle moving forward and a possible timetable for a vaccine.

As New York pivots to police reform, New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Willams speaks about wanting to defund the police and why he's not thrilled with the mayor lately. Then there's cautious optimism for Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone talks about Phase 2 of the coronavirus restart on Long Island, where it's time for grooming and grub! Hair salons are open as are and many restaurants for outdoor dining. Click here for more with Jumaane Williams

Amid marches from New York to Los Angeles, the country has been on edge with violence from rioting and looting. We hear from Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams, a former former NYPD captain, about the volatile situation. We'll talk about the possibility of arresting the other officers in connection to the George Floyd death. Then my special guest Frank Serpico, the legendary NYPD detective, who shined a light on corruption in the department a half-century ago. He gives his perspective on today's climate and how we can move forward as a society.

As Long Island begins the slow road back to normalcy from the coronavirus, what will commuters find when they head back to work? We'll talk to LIRR President Phillip Eng, who is taking safety of his riders seriously. Then Anthony Scaramucci, not afraid to share his views about President Trump. In a wide-ranging conversation, the former White House communications director talks about Trump's handling of the pandemic response and his chances for another term.

A rare illness affects children with possible links to COVID-19. Dr. Glenn Fennelly is a professor of pediatrics at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School who sheds some light into the mystery. And then we'll look at how the shutdown is hurting producers on Broadway with a pair of investors with three musicals on hold. Mark Lonow and JoAnne Astrow, married for more than 50 years, wait for the shows to resume and wait to see if theatergoers will go back.

Players, owners and fans are itching for the sports world to resume while facing the coronavirus. This week our special guest is Ian Eagle of the YES Network and CBS Sports who discusses how teams can move forward delicately.

Former Fox reporter (and Juliet Huddy's younger brother) is dealing with a different coronavirus crisis involving his Israeli wife and President Trump's temporary immigration ban.  

This week we speak to a woman from New Rochelle, who is stuck within the governor’s containment zone. And our own Curtis Sliwa will stop by to discuss his decision to run for New York City Mayor.

As coronavirus cases are rising in New York, we’ll look at how officials are determined to keep residents safe with guests Westchester County Executive George Latimer and infectious disease specialist Dr. David Hirschwerk, Vice Chair at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset.