Accountability and Change: Landlord Responsibility and Political Shifts

A new analysis shows gas heating costs are rising across New York State, with another Con Edison rate hike coming soon. Meanwhile, New York State lawmakers are considering a bill that would speed up fire damage repairs by requiring landlords to cover the cost of relocating displaced tenants. Also, after 33 years and more than 17,000 performances, the Blue Man Group is ending its run in New York City. Plus, in this week’s Politics Brief, WNYC reporters Brigid Bergin and Jon Campbell break down how local leaders are responding to the early days of President Trump’s return to office.