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Shane Osinloye is a member of the New Rochelle City Council.  We discuss a range of topics impacting Westchester communities including the importance of Earth Day, local issues like trash problems and housing affordability, and the need for diversity and representation in local government. The conversation also touches on the closely watched congressional race between incumbent Jamaal Bowman and challenger George Latimer, exploring...

The Westchester County Fair Campaign Practices Committee holds candidates accountable for all statements, campaign literature and social media posts made not just by them, but also by others on their behalf.

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In this episode of 914 Wired, hosts discuss the controversy surrounding Village of Mamaroneck Trustee Manny Rawlings and his stance on affordable housing proposals. Rawlings, an advocate for affordable housing, faces pressure to recuse himself from voting due to an alleged conflict of interest. The episode explores the ethics board's advisory opinion, allegations regarding Rawlings' mother's apartment lease, and the ...

Lou Young and LeilaniYizar-Reid are members of the Village of Mamaroneck (NY) Board of Trustees, and they're in support of a proposal that will bring new affordable housing to their community.  This episode captures a complex discussion surrounding the challenges facing the community, including racism, socioeconomic disparities, and practical concerns. Despite recognizing the need for proactive measures and constructive dialog...

Bea Cerasoli and Donyella Todaro belong to the Concerned Village of Mamaroneck Residents social media group.  They are fighting against a proposal to bring affordable housing to their community on a site that today is the Hunter Tiered Lot, a parking facility.

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Yonkers native Jessenia Caquias is an attorney specializing in immigration matters.  Her practice is based in Passaic, NJ and she provides legal services to individuals all over our area who need assistance with immigrating to the United States, petitioning for someone to enter, or are in need of ways to lawfully remain and work.  We discuss some of the terminology of this subject and Jessenia offers clarity on how to navigate the ...

Westchester County (NY) residents Danielle Dardashti and her sister Galeet Dardashti produced a six episode podcast to answer one central question – Why did their family leave Iran in the 1960s? Their podcast series reveals cultural differences and stigma within the Jewish world, and how their family coped.   It's a story about religious identity, national belonging and music, anchored in their father's journey from TV te...

Chance Mullen is the Mayor of The Village of Pelham, New York.  The Village is proposing a $39 million dollar capital program to mitigate flooding that now affect 243 homes.  The problem dates back decades and is having its most profound impact on Pelham's historically redlined northern section.  So who is in the way of progress?  Not NIMBY's, not wealthy neighbors (because their basements are flooded too.)  The main oppo...

US Representative Jamaal Bowman (NY-16, Democrat) is discusses his re-election, current legislative initiatives, the Israel-Hamas War and immigration.  

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We discuss the Democratic Primary election race in which incumbent Congressman Jamaal Bowman faces a challenge from Westchester County Executive George Latimer.  We explore why activists are driving Republican and independent Jewish voters to register as Democrats, for the express purpose of defeating Bowman.

Rabbi Evan Hoffman is the Spiritual Leader of Congregation Anshe Sholom in New Rochelle, NY.   He is also Chairman ...

Christa Daniello has worked in the elder care industry for 24 years.   As VP of Sales at The Osborn, she is responsible for working with residents moving to The Osborn for Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Short Term Rehabilitation and Memory Care.   

Besides her professional role at the Osborn, she also serves on The Alzheimer's Association board of directors and The Westchester Private and Public...

The Town of Greenburgh encompasses 6 villages and unincorporated hamlets and other areas including Edgemont and Hartsdale.  The Edgemont Incorporation Committtee has been trying for years to become Greenburgh's 7th village, something that has been opposed by many people in Greenburgh including its long-time Town Supervisor, Paul Finer. 

The New York State Legislature passed a law making it harder to incorporate a vil...

George Latimer is Westchester's County Executive and he's running for Congress against incumbent Jamaal Bowman.  The Democratic primary election is escalating into a debate between the center-left and the far-left.  In the center there's a trusty 70 year old professional politician who has spent half of his life in public service, winning election after election.  On the left left, Bowman is an African American incum...

Kevin Haskell is a Little League coach and dad from Yonkers.  His child attends a private school located in Eastchester, New York.  He's fighting for Little League justice.  He reports that Eastchester Supervisor Anthony Colavita has banned students who are attending local parochial schools from participating in local sports programs if they do not reside in Eastchester.

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Anthony Merante represents District 6 on the Yonkers, NY City Council.  He speaks candidly about what he experienced after losing a Republican primary election in 2023.

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Bobbie Anne Cox is a New York attorney, with expertise in constitutional law.  She is leading a charge against election gerrymandering in New York State.  In this episode we talk about the process of redrawing Congressional district lines, and how this will impact elections profoundly, in 2024.

In December 2023 New York's Court of Appeals ruled that the Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) should devise a Congre...

Dr. Julissa is a Board Certified Naturopathic Doctor and a sexual health expert.
Instagram: @drjulissa

With rewarding career achievements as a well-known public figure in the world of natural medicine and natural health, Dr. Julissa’s first office opened May 1, 1995. She has been recognized as a prolific author, international speaker known for her blunt, direct approach in regards to empowering people to experience an ...

Danielle Butin is the Founder and CEO of AYFA Foundation, whose mission is to improve global health by rescuing unused medical and humanitarian supplies.  Her organization is headquartered in Yonkers, New York.

From AYFA Foundation.org:  "Afya creates access to critical medical supplies where there is none, supplies like sutures, bandages, assorted surgical instruments, and more. Afya’s programs give these supplies a ...

Sandy Bernabei is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an organizer for the Anti-Racist Alliance.  Earlier this fall her group wrote a letter asking Westchester County Executive George Latimer NOT to run for Congress against Jamaal Bowman, the incumbent in New York's 16th Congressional District.   On December 5, 2023 Latimer announced he will challenge Bowman.   Sandy explains the reasons why some progressive Democratic voter...