Podcasts about capitol bureau chief

Former Nancy Pelosi and Kamala Harris adviser Ashley Etienne joins Rachael Bade to assess House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries' first 100 days leading his caucus. They also discuss what Democratic kingmakers need to do to win back voters—from building a better ground game, to ditching attention-grabbing stunts, to coordinating their messaging so they can finally land some punches on Trump. Rachael Bade⁠ is Capitol Bureau Chief and Senior Washington Correspondent for POLITICO. Ashley Etienne is a former adviser to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Vice President Kamala Harris. ⁠Kara Tabor⁠ is a producer for POLITICO audio.  ⁠Alex Keeney⁠ is a senior producer for POLITICO audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robert Doar, the President of the American Enterprise Institute, joins host Rachael Bade to discuss how an institution long dedicated to promoting ideas such as free trade and strong American global leadership, is asserting itself in a Trump administration that often does not prioritize those views. In this episode, they discuss who in the White House is receptive to these values; how AEI is trying to influence an administration that's fixated on podcasters and TikTokers — not conventional policy papers; who the emerging leaders are on Capitol Hill that are carrying this message; and why Doar is so much more optimistic about the future than your average cable TV host. Rachael Bade is Capitol Bureau Chief and Senior Washington Correspondent for POLITICO. Robert Doar is the president of the American Enterprise Institute Kara Tabor is a producer for POLITICO audio.  Alex Keeney is a senior producer for POLITICO audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Trump national security adviser John Bolton joins POLITICO's Rachael Bade to discuss the Signalgate controversy and the broader battle over who will define Donald Trump's foreign policy — Reagan-era hawks or America First types and isolationists — and who might take the fall for this national security scandal. Rachael Bade is Capitol Bureau Chief and Senior Washington Correspondent for POLITICO. John Bolton is a former Trump White House national security adviser. Kara Tabor is a producer for POLITICO audio.  Alex Keeney is a senior producer for POLITICO audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

White House deputy chief of staff James Blair is one of the most important people in politics you've never heard of — yet. On this week's episode of Deep Dive, he talks with POLITICO Capitol Bureau Chief and Senior Washington Columnist Rachael Bade to pull back the curtain on how Trump 2.0 has managed to do so much in just two months; Susie Wiles's style as chief of staff; the White House reaction to the latest Democratic dysfunction on Capitol Hill; the administration's hope to ease tariff concerns and the president's true strategy behind threatening judges with impeachment. Rachael Bade is Capitol Bureau Chief and Senior Washington Correspondent for POLITICO. James Blair is a White House deputy chief of staff. Kara Tabor is a producer for POLITICO audio.  Alex Keeney is a senior producer for POLITICO audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House Budget Committee ranking member Brendan Boyle (D-Pa.) joins the show to discuss how his Democratic colleagues should respond to California Gov. Gavin Newsom's recent pivot on trans athletes in sports, President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress, the looming government shutdown and the GOP's possible cuts to Medicaid in reconciliation. Rachael Bade is Capitol Bureau Chief and Senior Washington Correspondent for POLITICO. Brendan Boyle is the Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee. Kara Tabor is a producer for POLITICO audio.  Alex Keeney is a senior producer for POLITICO audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trump has moved aggressively to define his second presidency. POLITICO's top reporters have thoughts on where he's going, and how Congress, Democrats and the courts may try to stop him. Eugene Daniels is a Playbook co-author for POLITICO. Rachael Bade is the Capitol Bureau Chief and Senior Washington Columnist for POLITICO. Ankush Khardori is a columnist and senior writer for POLITICO Magazine. Kara Tabor is a producer for POLITICO audio.  Alex Keeney is a senior producer for POLITICO audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lou DiVizio starts the podcast this week with headlines from around the state, including news New Mexico snowpacks are smaller than usual so far this year. Then, Politics Correspondent Gwyneth Doland interviews three journalists to preview the  2025 legislative session, which begins next week in Santa Fe. Trip Jennings, executive director of New Mexico In Depth, Julia Goldberg, editor-in-chief at Source New Mexico and Dan Boyd, Capitol Bureau chief for the Albuquerque Journal weigh in on some of the key issues lawmakers are prioritizing this year. Gwyneth starts by asking how the state might spend a record $11 billion in state revenue. Then, she shifts to other areas of interests for New Mexicans including public safety and behavioral health reforms. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guests: Trip Jennings, Executive Director, New Mexico In Depth Dan Boyd, Capitol Bureau Chief, Albuquerque Journal Julia Goldberg, Editor-in-Chief, Source New Mexico For More Information: Highlights of $10.8 billion legislative budget plan - Albuquerque Journal Higher starting teacher pay, road repairs among highlights of $10.8 billion legislative budget plan – Albuquerque Journal New Mexico lawmakers' $10.8 billion spending plan 'not that far apart' from governor's – Santa Fe New Mexican   

This week, a breakdown of this year's general election results. Senior Producer Lou DiVizio goes over the state's congressional contests with a special roundtable of politics experts. Then, Lou reviews the state's many House and Senate races, before asking how New Mexico Democrats plan to provide statewide protections against a potential wave of conservative national policy. Later, Lou asks the roundtable how a second term for President Elect Donald Trump will shape the way politics are played at the Roundhouse.  Host: Lou DiVizio Guests: Dr. Eric Griego, Ph.D., Former NM State Senator, UNM Adjunct Professor Merritt Allen, Vox Optima Public Relations Dan Boyd, Capitol Bureau Chief, Albuquerque Journal 

With only a week away until the US Presidential Election, many are hotly anticipating the results - especially when it comes to the states where the outcome is less than certain.Joining Kieran to discuss what things look like on the ground across five states is Stephen Caruso, Pennsylvania Capitol Reporter for Spotlight PA, Rachel Louise-Just, Political Correspondent for ABC 15 Arizona, Tom O'Connor, Freelance Journalist in Chicago, Colin Campbell, Capitol Bureau Chief for North Carolina Public Radio and Chad Livengood, Politics Editor & Columnist for The Detroit News.

Here's a midweek bonus episode from another great WUNC podcast, The Broadside:This year, a record $12.3 billion will be spent on US political campaigns. The majority of that is earmarked for political advertising, particularly in battleground states like North Carolina. But where does that money go, and what exactly does it buy? The answers might surprise and alarm you.Featuring: Colin Campbell, Capitol Bureau Chief at North Carolina Public Radio-WUNC Frank Eaton, ad maker and political consultant Brian Lewis, co-host of the Do Politics Better podcast, lobbyist and principal at New Frame

On this episode: 11 Gubernatorial elections on the ballot this November – in Delaware, Indiana, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, and West Virginia, as well as American Samoa and Puerto Rico. Most of these contests aren't expected to be competitive – but two – in New Hampshire and North Carolina – are about as close as they can get.  In this episode, we'll take a closer look at both of those gubernatorial contests with the help of two journalists closely covering what's unfolding in those states – Madison Fernandez, a reporter at Politco, and Dawn Vaughan, the Capitol Bureau Chief for The Raleigh News & Observer. Later in the episode, we'll welcome Ballotpedia's own Glorie Martinez for an overview of the other nine races, as well as some recent history, trifecta statuses, and more. For an overview: https://ballotpedia.org/Gubernatorial_elections,_2024  On the toss-up in NH: https://ballotpedia.org/New_Hampshire_gubernatorial_election,_2024  And on the shifting landscape in NC:  https://ballotpedia.org/North_Carolina_gubernatorial_election,_2024  Sign up for our Newsletters: https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia_Email_Updates  Stream "On the Ballot" on Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you have questions, comments, or love for BP, feel free to reach out at ontheballot@ballotpedia.org or on X (formerly Twitter) @Ballotpedia. *On The Ballot is a conversational podcast featuring interviews with guests across the political spectrum. The views and opinions expressed by them are solely their own and are not representative of the views of the host or Ballotpedia as a whole.

In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, we sit down with Karen DeWitt, Capitol Bureau Chief for WXXI News and New York Public News Network. She shares stories from her decades in Albany ahead of her upcoming retirement this month.

This week's topics:DeSantis vs. DisneyDeSantis vs. TrumpTallahassee Tax CutsEarth Day Recycling TipsWith guests:Susan Glickman, Director, Florida Clinicians for Climate ActionMary Ellen Klas, Capitol Bureau Chief, Miami Herald-Tampa Bay TimesJason Garcia, Publisher-Seeking Rents, Newsletter-Podcast

Host, Rob Lorei, talks about important news from Florida this week and gets political insights from guests: Senator Blaise Ingoglia, Florida District 11, RepublicanRepresentative Susan Valdes, Florida District 62, DemocratMitch Perry, Political Reporter, Florida PhoenixMary Ellen Klas, Capitol Bureau Chief, Miami Herald-Tampa Bay TimesThis week we discuss:Bill to Eliminate Democratic PartyHomeowners Insurance Woes after IanPermitless Carry BillTrump Complaint Against DesantisTo learn more about Florida This Week, visit www.wedu.org/floridathisweek

Missouri Capitol Bureau Chief Emily Manly joins to discuss the Missouri State legislature that started their session this week.

Host, Rob Lorei, talks about important news from Florida this week and gets political insights from guests: Chip Merlin, Attorney, President & Founder, Merlin Law Group, RepublicanVictor DiMaio, Political Consultant, Pres. & Ceo DiMaio & Associates, DemocratMary Ellen Klas, Capitol Bureau Chief, Tampa Bay Times-Miami HeraldKatie Sanders, Managing Editor, PolitifactThis week we discuss:New Laws on Homeowner's InsuranceVaccine InvestigationPolitifact Lie of the YearTo learn more about Florida This Week, visit www.wedu.org/floridathisweek

Jeff Tiberii is the Capitol Bureau Chief covering the General Assembly and he hosts WUNC's biweekly Politics Podcast, roles he continues through the end of 2022.  In the New Year, he'll co-host a daily radio show on WUNC that will focus on North Carolina news, politics and culture.   Before he makes this transition, Jeff sat down with Skye and Brian to talk about his life, family, career, love of sports, and North Carolina politics.  He also waves a magic wand and makes an improvement for all who work in the General Assembly.   Plus, we discuss the power grid attack in Moore County, Moore v Harper, 2022 election turnout data, more legislative leadership announcements, Commissioner Josh Dobson's announcement, Unsubstantiated Rumors, Tweet of the Week, Skye's "icks", and more.   The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, and the NC Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association.   

Steve is joined by Jessie Opoien, the Capitol Bureau Chief of The Capital Times to discuss the mid-terms & results throughout Wisconsin! Tune in!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Capitol Bureau Chief at Cap Times, Jessie Opoien talks about the political paradox of Ron Johnson and last night's debate.

Chris Keating, The Courant's Capitol Bureau Chief. Recent piece,  Poll: U.S. Sen. Blumenthal leads by 13 points over Republican Leora Levy. 

Host, Rob Lorei, talks about important news from Florida this week and gets political insights from guests: Mary Ellen Klas, Capitol Bureau Chief, Miami Herald/ Tampa Bay TimesMatt Dixon, Tallahassee Bureau Chief, Politico FloridaMichael Van Sickler, Assistant Managing Editor, News, Tampa Bay TimesAdriana Novoa, Ph.D.,Associate Professor of History, University of South FloridaSam Rechek, Senior Student, University of South FloridaThis week we discuss:Ex-Felon Voter Arrest ConcernsLawsuit filed against Anti-Woke LawLieutenant Governor QuestionsDark Money & ElectionsTo learn more about Florida This Week, visit www.wedu.org/floridathisweek

Chris Keating, The Courant's Capitol Bureau Chief. Connecticut Gov. Lamont receives third ballot line in November

Tuesday is the Connecticut primary, will you be voting? The races to watch include four candidates competing in the Democratic and Republican primaries for Secretary of the State, and the Treasurer's race where three candidates are vying for the Democratic vote. And which Republican candidate has the best chance to go up against US Senator Richard Blumenthal in November? Mark Pazniokas from the Connecticut Mirror joins us. And later, we hear about a new documentary that explores the history of Mom and Pop stores in downtown Stamford. How did redevelopment change the city's core forever? GUESTS: Mark Pazniokas - Capitol Bureau Chief for Connecticut Mirror Margaret Stapor Costa - Owner and President of Aries Productions, LLC Gail Trell - Production coordinator for Remembering the Family Store Steve Karp - narrator of Remembering the Family Store Thomas Bradford - barber based in Stamford, Connecticut. Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since May, a state Court of Claims order has blocked the enforcement of a 1931 abortion ban in Michigan. However, the Michigan Court of Appeals ruled this morning that the order does not apply to county prosecutors. As soon as three weeks from now, county prosecutors can begin filing criminal charges against abortion providers. We talk to Rick Pluta, Capitol Bureau Chief for the Michigan Public Radio Network, to better understand the court's decision. Michigan Radio's own Kate Wells also joins us to share what today has been like for abortion providers. Later in the show, we hear from one of the lawyers representing Planned Parenthood in this case. UPDATE: Since we produced this podcast, Governor Gretchen Whitmer asked for a restraining order to block local prosecutors from filing felony charges against abortion providers in Michigan. On Monday afternoon, an Oakland County circuit judge granted the governor's request, blocking county prosecutors from pursuing charges against abortion providers. GUESTS:  Rick Pluta, Capitol Bureau Chief for the Michigan Public Radio Network Kate Wells, public health reporter for Michigan Radio Deborah LaBelle, lawyer representing Planned Parenthood in Michigan ---- Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Music in this episode is by Blue Dot Sessions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A televised debate Tuesday night will provide the first and only opportunity for a broad audience to see Themis Klarides, the CT GOP's socially moderate convention choice, engage two Trump loyalists, Leora Levy and Peter Lumaj. But Republicans say they see little evidence their voters are closely following the mid-summer fight for a spot on the November ballot opposing Sen. Richard Blumenthal, a Democrat seeking a third term. The primary is Aug. 9. Capitol Bureau Chief and CT Mirror co-founder Mark Pazniokas gave host Ebong Udoma the run down on the race so far. You can read his story here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of The Confluence: Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking at the upcoming budget and what do to with a surplus of funds; and as the city is planning to open its first needle exchange — which will offer clean supplies to those using drugs — we learn what additional supports are needed. Today's guests include: Sam Dunklau, WESA's Capitol Bureau Chief; Kiley Koscinski, WESA reporter; Laura Drogowski, a manager in the Pittsburgh Office of Community Health and Safety; and Joshua Schneider, an Overdose Prevention Coordinator in the Pittsburgh Office of Community Health & Safety.

Mark Pazniokas, Capitol Bureau Chief and a co-founder of CT Mirror. Discuss his piece, Raises for CT legislators? Leaders testing support. And where it seems to be going from here

Host, Rob Lorei, talks about important news from Florida this week and gets political insights from guests: Cecile Scoon, Attorney, President, League of Women Voters of FloridaState Senator Jeff Brandes, Florida District 24, RepublicanMary Ellen Klas, Capitol Bureau Chief, Tampa Bay Times-Miami HeraldJoe Henderson, Columnist, Floridapolitics.comThis week we discuss:Special Session on MapsDesantis vs. DisneyMath Books and CRTTenure Changes in FloridaTo learn more about Florida This Week, visit www.wedu.org/floridathisweek 

Tomorrow we'll know who plans to really run for governor, Congress, and the Legislature in Michigan this year. Petition signatures for candidates are due, and for some candidates and causes those signatures come with a big price tag. GUESTS: Yue Stella Yu, reporter, Bridge Michigan Rick Pluta, Capitol Bureau Chief, Michigan Public Radio Network Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Stateside's theme music is by 14KT. Additional music by Blue Dot Sessions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host, Rob Lorei, talks about important news from Florida this week and gets political insights from guests: Rita Ferrandino, Innovation Consultant, University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education | CEO & Founder, Arc Capital | DemocratDarryl Paulson, Emeritus Professor of Government & Politics, USF-St. PetersburgApril Schiff, President & Co-Founder, Strategic Solutions of Florida | RepublicanMary Ellen Klas, Capitol Bureau Chief, Tampa Bay Times / Miami HeraldThis week we discuss:The Legislature finishes work on a $112 Billion dollar budget and a long list of new laws.Among them the Parental Rights or the Don't Say Gay Bill which is getting pushback from some quarters including - Disney employees.The Legislature focused on social issues and decided not to address many kitchen table issues such as rising rents, condo safety or homeowner's insurance.And powerful industries won favors from this session including the sugar industry and the nursing home industry.          To learn more about Florida This Week, visit www.wedu.org/floridathisweek

With the statewide school mask mandate expected to expire at the end of the month, local districts can determine their own policies. School boards and superintendents are facing continued public pressure according to Fran Rabinowitz, executive director of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents. The State Department of Public Health, along with the Department of Education, does have the authority to reinstate a statewide school mask mandate until June 30. This hour, get the latest from Connecticut Department of Public Health Commissioner Manisha Juthani. Connecticut Mirror Capitol Bureau Chief Mark Pazniokas also joins to discuss the start of the legislative session, and the impact of the upcoming election. GUESTS: Mark Pazniokas – Capitol Bureau Chief, Connecticut Mirror Fran Rabinowitz – Executive Director, Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Dr. Mark Conway – Superintendent, Derby Public Schools Dr. Manisha Juthani – Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Public Health Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Mark Maxwell, Capitol Bureau Chief for WCIA in Springfield discusses the reports swirling around Ken Griffin and Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin. *Mitchell Armentrout of the Chicago Sun-Times details the casino proposals presented to the city. *Senior Curator Michael Wood of the Chicago Architectural Center shares his thoughts on the sale of the Thompson Center. *WLS Golf Commissioner Emeritus John Dempsey joins John to preview the return of Tiger Woods at the PNC Championship this weekend. *Plus, an airline passenger is removed for wearing a thong as a mask and Producer Tyler reveals the famous basketball team his father played for.

Chris Keating, The Courant's Capitol Bureau Chief. Connecticut's budget surplus has nearly doubled in one month to nearly $900 million for the current fiscal year thanks to booming stock market and federal aid. Tune in weekdays from 5:30-9 and get all the information you need to get your day started with Ray and Brian. Listen on the air or download the all new Audacy app.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanksgiving leftovers, good or bad? Mark may run the road race, one day. Pillow fight championships coming to Pay Per View. Erik Davis, Fandango Managing Editor. New Movie Releases. Taylor Swift getting her money. Ray's earlier days meeting Ray and Diane when he was a youngling. Chris Keating, The Courant's Capitol Bureau Chief.  Connecticut's budget surplus has nearly doubled in one month to nearly $900 million for the current fiscal year thanks to booming stock market and federal aid. Tune in weekdays from 5:30-9 and get all the information you need to get your day started with Ray and Brian. Listen on the air or download the all new Audacy app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Mark Maxwell, Capitol Bureau Chief for WCIA in Springfield covers the blowback that J.B. Priztker is facing from his trip to Scotland. *Linda Chavez of the Center for Equal Opportunity discusses how she believes threats to Democracy come from both the left and the right. *ABC News Correspondent Alex Stone shares the projections for Thanksgiving travel and breaks down the lesser-known reason for recent flight cancellations. *Chris Placek of the Daily Herald takes a look at the massive planning process that Arlington Heights is set to launch in preparation of a new Bears stadium. *Plus, John and Kim give the latest details from the Kyle Rittenhouse trial now that the prosecution has rested its case.

Today, we'll touch on the world of COVID politics… where perception is reality and has little to do with policy. GUEST: Rick Pluta, Capitol Bureau Chief, Michigan Public Radio Network Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Stateside's theme music is by 14KT. Additional music by Blue Dot Sessions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo gave his farewell address Monday afternoon. You'll hear that speech, and then our guests weigh in on his remarks and his time in office. Our guests: Karen DeWitt , Capitol Bureau Chief for New York State Public Radio Sandra Steingraber , senior scientist at the Science and Environmental Health Network

An investigation found that Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed multiple women in and out of state government and worked to retaliate against one of his accusers, New York's attorney general announced Tuesday in a finding that quickly renewed calls for the Democrat's resignation or impeachment. WAMC's Alan Chartock, Joe Donahue, and Ian Pickus discuss the findings with Capitol Bureau Chief for New York State Public Radio Karen DeWitt and political consultant and lobbyist Libby Post.

State Sen. Darren Bailey seems to be doubling down on being an ‘anti-vaxxer'…John Howell chats with Capitol Bureau Chief of WCIA Mark Maxwell about Bailey's campaign strategy. Find his report: https://tinyurl.com/4xjrxzk

Chris Keating, Courant's Capitol Bureau Chief. State Capitol Legislation, from online betting to state sponsored health insurance.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florida has taken another step in moving on from the coronavirus pandemic. On Monday, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill banning vaccine passports and an executive order invalidating all remaining local emergency orders, saying the state is no longer in a state of emergency. Some mayors were pushing back on the orders while other lawmakers argued they were trying to strike a balance of protecting people and protecting their civil liberties. Mary Ellen Klas, Capitol Bureau Chief at the Miami Herald, joins us for these new orders and how they impact the national conversation. Next, the FDA has banned the use an electric shock treatment, but there is still one school using it. The Judge Rotenberg Educational Center in Massachusetts, which deals with some of the difficult developmental and emotional disability cases in the country, uses what's called a GED device to shocks students to modify their behavior. Disability rights advocates and former residents have spoken out against this practice, but interestingly, some parents of those currently enrolled that have received this treatment support it and say it is the only thing that works. Kevin Monahan, senior producer at the investigative unit at NBC News, joins us for more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Florida has taken another step in moving on from the coronavirus pandemic. On Monday, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill banning vaccine passports and an executive order invalidating all remaining local emergency orders, saying the state is no longer in a state of emergency. Some mayors were pushing back on the orders while other lawmakers argued they were trying to strike a balance of protecting people and protecting their civil liberties. Mary Ellen Klas, Capitol Bureau Chief at the Miami Herald, joins us for these new orders and how they impact the national conversation. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Chris Keating, Courant's Capitol Bureau Chief. Re: Connecticut House debates a bill to eliminate religious exemption for required school vaccines; students with existing exemptions can remain unvaccinated. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Governor Whitmer announced that she is holding off on new restrictions, even as COVID-19 cases surge in the state. But Michigan isn't the only place with a rise in cases. We're also taking a look at how Windsor in Canada has been managing this moment. Suffice to say, it's a different approach. GUESTS: Rick Pluta, Capitol Bureau Chief for Michigan’s Public Radio Network and Washington correspondent for the Detroit News Doug Schmidt, reporter with the Windsor Star Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Stateside’s theme music is by 14KT. Additional music by Blue Dot Sessions.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Keating, Courant's Capitol Bureau Chief. Gov. Ned Lamont’s emergency COVID-19 powers will continue until May 20 as Connecticut Senate gives final OK to extension. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. J.B. Pritzker joined tens of thousands in Illinois getting vaccinated. But it happened on the same week COVID-19 cases are back on the rise, leading some to worry about a quick re-opening of the economy. The Governor also signed a major economic opportunity package from the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus. He also appears poised to sign a healthcare initiative to help Black and brown communities. We discuss that and more on this episode of State Week. Mike Miletich, Capitol Bureau Chief for Quincy Media, joins the panel.

Chris Keating, Courant's Capitol Bureau Chief. Connecticut legislature seeks to extend Gov. Ned Lamont’s COVID-19 emergency powers again. Vote comes today at the Capitol. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the statewide COVID-19 positivity rate continues to drop, mitigation measures are being relaxed and plans are being made to increase the distribution of the vaccine. Mark Maxwell, Capitol Bureau Chief for WCIA TV, joins the panel.

We hear reaction to Governor Cuomo's 2021 state budget address from our guests: Assemblymember Jen Lunsford , District 135 Karen DeWitt , Capitol Bureau Chief for New York State Public Radio

Illinois announced its next phase of vaccine distribution will happen next Monday. The priority vaccine distribution group would also include prison guards and inmates. Mark Maxwell, Capitol Bureau Chief covering state politics for eight Nexstar TV stations breaks down the details of the next vaccine distribution phase with Lauren Cohn.

Chris Keating is the Courant's Capitol Bureau Chief.  He checks in with some State Election Results See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's First Light, we visit North Carolina to discuss early voting and the hot senate race there when we talk to Jeff Tiberii, Capitol Bureau Chief at WUNC in Chapel Hill and host of the WUNC Politics podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Keating is The Courant's Capitol Bureau Chief. He says more than 2 million absentee ballot applications are being mailed to all Connecticut voters in September See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Chris Keating is The Courant's Capitol Bureau Chief.  He discusses how the Connecticut police chiefs have threatened to pull support for reform bill, expressing concern over liability provision See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Mark Pazniokas is the Capitol Bureau Chief for CTMirror.org.  He tells what could be coming up if there is a special session.

Governor J.B. Pritzker's "Restore Illinois" plan to slowly re-open the state's economy is facing resistance from several quarters. Meanwhile, the Illinois Legislature is preparing for an abbreviated session in Springfield next week. Mark Maxwell, Capitol Bureau Chief for WCIA-TV, joins the panel.

From the controversy around reading assessment tools to the release of a court-ordered report on school funding, 2019 has been quite the busy year for education in North Carolina. Today we’ll hear from defendant and plaintiff representatives of the long-running school funding court case known as Leandro, who will give us their insights into the just-released WestEd report. We’ll also hear from two reporters who will talk with us about the biggest K-12 education stories of 2019. Guests: • JB Buxton, Member At-Large, NC State Board of Education • Melanie Dubis, Partner, Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP • Alex Granados, Senior Reporter, EducationNC • Jeff Tiberii, Capitol Bureau Chief, WUNC

Minority Leader Bill Brady has been accused of offering State Senator Jason Plummer a job to a joint ethics commission as long as he wouldn't file for a ban on lawmakers profiting on gambling. Senator Plummer declined but still wants to work on the commission. Capitol Bureau Chief covering the Illinois statehouse for WCIA in Springfield Mark Maxwell fills in the holes for John.

Capitol Bureau Chief & Anchor for WCIA3, Mark Maxwell joins John Howell to react to the "Jihad Squad" poster that made it's way to Facebook.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is the most unpopular senator in the country. Yet, he has represented the state of Kentucky for over 25 years, defeating an array of opponents along the way. Will his challenger in 2020 suffer the same fate as the rest? Guest: Ryland Barton, Capitol Bureau Chief at Kentucky Public Radio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is the most unpopular senator in the country. Yet, he has represented the state of Kentucky for over 25 years, defeating an array of opponents along the way. Will his challenger in 2020 suffer the same fate as the rest? Guest: Ryland Barton, Capitol Bureau Chief at Kentucky Public Radio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At midnight, the Connecticut General Assembly ended its regular session on time--and with a new two-year budget. This hour, we look at what lawmakers accomplished and what’s still left on the table. Mark Pazniokas, Capitol Bureau Chief for the Connecticut Mirror, will join us with more. We also talk with a member of the ACLU’s Smart Justice initiative. Anderson Curtis was incarcerated 12 years ago--now, he is celebrating several legislative victories that his group worked on to further criminal justice reform in state.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capitol Bureau Chief & Anchor for WCIA3, Mark Maxwell, joins John Howell to talk about the Illinois push to legalize marijuana and how fast the bill will move.

On May 16th last year, nearly 20,000 North Carolina teachers descended on Raleigh for a march and rally outside the NC General Assembly asking for more support for public schools and respect for the teaching profession. Teachers are planning another rally on May 1 this year asking the General Assembly to fully fund public education. This week we’re joined by Mark Jewell, President of the NC Association of Educators that organized these marches to discuss what teachers hope to accomplish this year. Then we’ll be joined by two leading journalists to talk about the teacher march, education policy, the state budget and more. Guests: • Mark Jewell, President, NC Association of Educators • Kelly Hinchcliffe, Education Reporter, WRAL News • Jeff Tiberii, Capitol Bureau Chief, WUNC Radio

Longtime Pennsylvania capitol reporter Jan Murphy has broken countless major stories in her years covering state politics. In this conversation with Commonwealth Partners president and CEO Matt Brouillette, Jan takes on the role of interviewee, sharing some pivotal events that shaped her life and telling the clues that led to her uncovering one of the state’s biggest political scandals in recent memory.

North Carolinians began casting ballots on October 17th at early-voting sites across the state and Election Day is next week. This year’s election in North Carolina is being called a “blue-moon” election because it’s a rare cycle when there’s no statewide race for Governor or the U.S. Senate on the ballot. But every seat in the General Assembly is on the ballot, as well as a Supreme Court seat and 6 proposed amendments to the NC Constitution. This week we’re joined by two respected journalists to discuss the election and what it could mean for education policy and other key issues in North Carolina. Guests: • Colin Campbell, Editor, The Insider • Jeff Tiberii, Capitol Bureau Chief, WUNC Radio

Mark Pazniokas, Capitol Bureau Chief at CTMirror.org, shares a comparison of the candidates. And Bob MacGuffie of Right Principals has a Tea Party view on the candidates.  Plus, Jazz Shaw, Hot Air Weekend editor.

Should Connecticut install tolls? In a debate with Dan Lovallo and Brad Davis, a for-and-against argument was made for tolls. Supporting tolls was state Rep. Tony Guerrera, a Democrat who is co-chair of the General Assembly's Transportation Committee. Opposing tolls was state Sen. Len Suzio, a Republican who is vice-chair of the committee. Joining the panel for the debate was Christopher Keating, Capitol Bureau Chief for the Hartford Courant. Pictured L-R: Sen. Len Suzio, Brad Davis, Dan Lovallo, Christopher Keating, Rep. Tony Guerrera Photo credit: Eric Urbanowicz