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WNYW, , NY This report covers the time period November 1, 2005 to October 31, 2007 (except where otherwise specifically noted).

I. PROGRAMMING:

a. Local Newscasts: WNYW airs 38 hours of local news each week, at the following times: Monday – Friday: 5 a.m. – 9 a.m. Monday – Friday: 11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Monday – Friday: 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Monday – Friday: 10:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Saturday – Sunday: 6 pm. – 6:30 p.m. Saturday – Sunday: 10 p.m. – 11 p.m.

b. Breaking News Stories: WNYW broke into and/or preempted regularly scheduled programming on numerous occasions during the period covered by this report in order to bring its viewers breaking news or disaster information. This coverage included extended reporting on severe weather warnings, amber alerts, school closings, and other emergencies. A comprehensive list of cut‐ins and crawls is attached as Exhibit 1.

c. Local News Stories: Provided below are examples of local news stories aired on WNYW during the report period:

• Health: The Union representing more than a thousand home health workers is going on strike. They're demanding a salary increase to $10 an hour by 2007 (12/7/05). • Education: Early grade enrollment: Dozens of parents camp out in front of a prestigious elementary school so their children can qualify for early admission (3/12/07). • Community: Triple fatal fire: We now know the cause of a fire in Brooklyn that killed three children. say one of the kids was playing with butane lighter. More than 100 firefighters in Coney Island tried to save the kids from the high‐rise fire Wednesday night. Family and friends are mourning the loss. They're remembering the oldest child... 16‐year‐old Ricardo Clarke as a talented boy (1/13/06). • Crime: Safety agent arrest: An off duty NYPD School Safety Agent has been suspended after two 13 year olds say he exposed himself while sitting in his car. He has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child, public lewdness and harassment (5/6/06) 2

• Consumer: Supermarket survey: A new report by State Senator Jeff Klein found gross violations at dozens of supermarkets in Westchester. Many are repeat offenders, while others have cleaned up their act since Klein's last report five years ago (12/18/06).

A comprehensive list of the station’s local news stories is attached hereto as Exhibit 2.

d. Locally Produced Programming: Good Day Street Talk: is a 30‐minute weekly show, produced in‐studio. Topics have included Tsunami disaster charity scams, , Noisy and Save The Plaza Hotel. A comprehensive list of subjects covered during the broadcast is attached as Exhibit 3.

e. Political Programming: WNYW has devoted extensive time to coverage of political issues important to its viewers. The station covers political issues during its local newscasts. Additionally, a weekly, half‐hour program, Good Day Street Talk, focuses on political issues of the day. During the time period covered by this report, topics included: • President Bush’s plans to privatize social security is discussed by Deroy Murdock, a syndicated columnist for the , and Greg Anrig of Century Foundation • James Ford discusses new noise code proposed by . Arline Bronzaft of the New York City Council’s Environment Department and Robert Bookman of the New York Nightlife Association debated this . • Angela McGlowan discussed Homeland Security of the City of New York with State Senator Michael Balboni. • The Mayoral Race between Ferdnando Ferrer and Mike Bloomberg heats up. Political Consultant, Julie Roginsky, Leonard Greens of the , and Political Analyst Ed Clancy discuss this tight race. • Evelyn Hernandez of El Diaro, and Univision’s Morning show Anchor, Antonio Martinez, discuss Immigration Bill 4437 and the May Day protests.

A comprehensive list of political programming is attached as Exhibit 4.

f. Local Interest programming: Programs aired of local interest during the report period were: • The 49th National Puerto Rican Day Parade • The 50th National Puerto Rican Day Parade

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g. Awards and Recognition: (for the period November 1, 2005‐October 31, 2007):

• 4 New York (2006) • 6 New York Emmy Awards (2007) • 2 New York State Broadcasters Awards (2006/7) • Folio Award (2006)

A complete list of awards and recognition is attached hereto as Exhibit 5.

II. PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS:

PSAs aired (at no cost to organizations) during the period January 8, 2007 through January 21, 2007, are as follows: o Crime Prevention (1 minute per week) o Habitat for Humanity (1:15 minutes per week) o Kids Nutrition (4:45 minutes per week) o Parental Involvement in Schools (1 minute per week) o Bully Prevention (1 1 minute per week) o Minority Education (:15 seconds per week) o Crime Prevention (1:35 minutes per week)

PSAs aired (at no cost to organization) for the period June 11, 2007 to June 24, 2007 are as follows: o Crime Prevention (1 minute per week) o Save Darfur (1 minute per week) o Meals on Wheels (1:30 minutes per week) o Video Piracy (1:15 minutes per week) o Kids Nutrition (4:45 minutes per week) o Parental Involvement in Schools (:30 per week) o Bully Prevention (:30 per week) o Crime Prevention (1:45 minutes per week)

PSAs specifically targeting or requested by community groups or addressing local issues for the period January 8 through January 21, 2007 were: o Big Apple Greeter (2 minutes per week) o Food Bank of New York (:45 per week)

PSAs specifically targeting or requested by community groups or addressing local issues for the period June 11, 2007 through June 24, 2007 were: o MDA Summer Camp (1:30 minutes per week) 4

III. PARTICIPATION IN COMMUNITY:

WNYW meets regularly at ascertainment meetings, “Media Workshops,” with community leaders, local politicians and charitable organizations to discuss the station's programming efforts. WNYW maintains a toll‐free news hotline that enables viewers to suggest story ideas and share information. The station also produces a community calendar, listing events of interest to its viewers.

WNYW's on‐air newscasters and behind‐the‐scenes employees have made a commitment to participate in the New York community. The station has a significant “in ” donation program and has contributed more than $100,000 to local charities and organizations. WNYW employees take part in a variety of events in and around New York, such as: • Emcee, National Kidney Foundation Walk • Volunteer, New Song Community Corp in • Volunteer, Hope for New York in • Co‐hosts, Hamptons Film Festival • Principal for the Day, Julia Richmond Complex High School • Guest , Circle of Sisters Fashion Show

Station employees serve on the boards or participate as members of numerous diversity organizations and broadcast associations: • Board member, New York State Broadcasters Association and Chairman of its Annual Executive Conference • Corporate Advisory Board Member, Committee for Children and Families • Advisory Board Member, New York chapter of the League of Women Voters • Board member, National Latino Gerontological Center. • Board member, AYUDA

A comprehensive list of communication with the community and ascertainments is attached as Exhibit 6.

IV. WEBSITE: The station's Web site, MyFoxNY.com, has a mission dedicated to providing prompt delivery of localized information to its viewing audience. News segments from every newscast are posted online daily. Stories are updated frequently, and stories not run on a newscasts are often posted on the website.

MyFoxNY.com offers some of the most advanced weather tools on the internet. This includes a live 24/7 radar sweep of the entire viewing area. Also in place is a mobile/email alert system, narrowed down to zip codes, to notify viewers of 5

severe weather conditions. The website provides the most extensive school closing information in the tri‐state area, and has an email/text message alert system for viewers to receive school closing information. This is also available at the station site, NYWeatherAuthority.com. The site includes exclusive video forecasts and detailed forecasts for 150 locations in the station’s viewing area. The site also allows visitors to upload photos of weather related news.

The website maintains a 24/7 live coverage of traffic information. This includes traffic incidents on a user controlled map, more than 50 traffic cameras that are accessible from the traffic page and updated information about travel status at local airports.

MyFoxNY.com has an active blog community with more than 26,000 registered users. Users are updated on breaking news situations with live blogs, the most interesting blog content are aggregated and user blog posts are integrated into on‐air content.

The Fox 5 Web site is a leader in local live streaming content. Newscasts are streamed live on the internet daily. Breaking news is also streamed on the Web site. The station helicopter's live feed is streamed whenever it is airborne. An email alert system is also available to users of the site. Approximately 12 hours per day of streaming content appears on the MyFoxNY website.

Fox 5 also has local high school sports content featured on the website, MyFoxLocker.com. Daily clips of local high school sports activities are posted, and students, parents, and boosters are given their own team sites to build up their local community.

WNYW’s public affairs program, Good Day Street Talk, is published on MyFoxNY.com, including entire editions of the weekly show that tackles issues important to the local community, including Teenage Pregnancy, Gang Violence, Racial Issues, Hip Hop Culture, Police/Community Relations.

MyFoxNY.com also features an extensive viewer feedback section, allowing visitors to comment on news programming, leave tips, and contact each department at the station. The website also offers detailed listings of the station’s ‐air schedule and TV ratings information.

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WNYW – NEW YORK, NY BREAKING NEWS & CUT‐INS

DISASTER WARNINGS: NOVEMBER 1, 2005‐0CTOBER 31, 2007 WEATHER CRAWLS, ETC

WNYW

DISASTER WARNINGS: NOVEMBER 1, 2005‐0CTOBER 31, 2007 WEATHER CRAWLS, ETC

DISASTER CRAWL OR CUT‐ WARNING Date IN TIME DESCRIPTION 11/9/2005 CUT ‐ IN 15:08:33 BOMBS 11/29/2005 CRAWL 9:22:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:02:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:05:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:03:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:22 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:44:48 WEATHER 12/5/2005 CRAWL 9:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:01:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:16:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:46:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:03:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:02:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:30:58 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:18:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:44:48 WEATHER 12/7/2005 CUT‐IN 14:39:15 N/A 12/8/2005 CRAWL 9:15:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:36:46 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:40 WEATHER 7

" CRAWL 10:31:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:23 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:02:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:34:53 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:15:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:33:10 WEATHER 12/9/2005 CRAWL 3:59:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 4:16:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 4:31:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 4:45:00 WEATHER 12/13/2005 CUT ‐ IN 10:59:56 FIRE 12/15/2005 CRAWL 9:12:47 WEATHER " CUT‐IN 12:20:54 N/A " CRAWL 9:31:48 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:02:59 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:10:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:39 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:00:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:33:27 WEATHER 12/16/2005 CUT ‐ IN 4:00:41 MTA STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 4:18:53 MTA STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 4:32:27 MTA STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 4:42:35 MTA STRIKE 12/18/2008 CUT ‐ IN 21:00 BUSH SPEECH 12/19/2008 CUT ‐ IN 10:30:18 BUSH PRESS " CUT ‐ IN 23:11:45 N/A 12/20/2008 CUT ‐ IN 0:01:17 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 2:58:30 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 3:36:04 N/A 12/21/2005 CUT ‐ IN 9:31:42 TRANSIT STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 9:59:59 TRANSIT STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 10:31:19 TRANSIT STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 10:59:57 TRANSIT STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 15:30:27 GOVERNOR 12/22/2005 CUT ‐ IN 4:00:00 MTA STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 10:58:30 MTA STRIKE 8

" CUT ‐ IN 14:28:41 MTA STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 14:46:15 TRANSIT STRIKE 1/2/2006 CRAWL 9:04:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:31 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:54:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:39:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:13:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:31:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:57 WEATHER 1/3/2006 CRAWL 9:01:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:36:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:03:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:04:26 WEATHER JACKSON HEIGHTS 1/16/2006 CUT ‐ IN 13:10:49 EXPLOSION 1/17/2006 CRAWL 9:00:58 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:37:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:14:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:30:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:30:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:00:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:58 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:30:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:12:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:41:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:46:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:11:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:46:57 WEATHER 1/18/2006 CRAWL 9:00:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:31:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:03:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:21:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:34:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:43:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:05:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:12:19 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:18:52 WEATHER 9

" CRAWL 11:25:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:15:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:46:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:03:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:03:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:01:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:14 WEATHER 1/23/2006 CRAWL 9:04:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:36:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:42:22 WEATHER 1/31/2006 CRAWL 9:01:12 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 11:05:40 ANNA NICOLE " CRAWL 9:39:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:13:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:45:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:00:45 WEATHER 2/6/2006 CRAWL 9:02:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:33:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:09:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:14:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:41:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:30:19 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:33:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:02:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:28 WEATHER 2/10/2006 CRAWL 9:09:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:42:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:22:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:47:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:18:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:31:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:06:26 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:44 WEATHER 2/11/2006 CRAWL 16:44:58 WEATHER " CRAWL 17:12:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 17:38:02 WEATHER 10

" CRAWL 18:44:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:10:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:31:53 WEATHER WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 15:59:43 UPDATE " CUT ‐ IN 16:59:56 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 19:00:04 WEATHER 2/16/2006 CRAWL 9:21:47 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:06:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:22 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:36:26 WEATHER 2/17/2006 CRAWL 10:11:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:43:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:10:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:40:51 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:03:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:31:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:02:26 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31 WEATHER 2/22/2006 CUT ‐ IN 15:27:05 MAYOR PRESS 2/24/2006 CRAWL 9:13:12 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:13:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:45:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:19:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:10:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:14 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 15:18:41 ANTHRAX VICTIM " CRAWL 15:32:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01 WEATHER 3/1/2006 CRAWL 9:05:31 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:45:53 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:03:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:47:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:03:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:02:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:02:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:18:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:03:12 WEATHER 11

" CRAWL 15:33:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:04:23 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:32:28 WEATHER 3/2/2006 CRAWL 9:01:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:32:46 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:12:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:47:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:10:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:08:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:33:46 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 9:59:08 WEATHER WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 10:34:53 UPDATE WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 10:59:56 UPDATE WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:00:00 UPDATE " CRAWL 19:00:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:32:55 WEATHER WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:30:06 UPDATE WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 14:00:12 UPDATE WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 14:59:56 UPDATE " CUT ‐ IN 16:30:13 N/A " CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 3/7/2006 CUT ‐ IN 15:47:50 FIRE CUT ‐ IN N/A N/A 3/15/2006 CRAWL 9:01:38 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:02:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:37:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:05:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:15:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:05:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:04:10 WEATHER 3/21/2006 CUT ‐ IN 10:00:32 BUSH PRESS 3/28/2006 CUT ‐ IN 10:19:09 BUSH PRESS 4/21/2006 CUT ‐ IN 0:06:18 STRIKE 4/24/2006 CRAWL 10:31:21 WEATHER 12

" CRAWL 11:01:56 WEATHER 4/25/2006 CUT ‐ IN 10:09:47 BUSH PRESS MOUSSAOUI 5/3/2006 CUT ‐ IN 16:28:07 VERDICT 5/8/2006 CUT ‐ IN 9:28:57 CIA NOMINATION 5/12/2006 CRAWL 12:14:58 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:34:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:25:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:42:55 WEATHER 5/15/2006 CRAWL 9:00:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:36:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:00:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:07:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:14:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:47:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:22 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:09:10 WEATHER 5/19/2006 CRAWL 11:01:20 WEATHER 5/24/2006 CUT ‐ IN 9:01:49 INSTANBUL FIRE 5/25/2006 CUT ‐ IN 9:06:54 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 9:32:30 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 10:03:00 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 10:44:50 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 11:01:10 N/A 5/26/2006 CRAWL 12:31:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:00:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:26:14 WEATHER 5/29/2006 CRAWL 19:20:15 WEATHER 6/1/2006 CRAWL 13:48:53 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:00:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:46:23 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:54:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:00:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:08:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:20:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:32:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:45:50 WEATHER 6/2/2006 CRAWL 9:02:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:04:03 WEATHER 13

" CRAWL 11:01:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:44:00 WEATHER " CRAWL N/A WEATHER " CRAWL N/A FLOOD " CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 6/8/2006 CUT ‐ IN 3:44:50 AL‐ZARQAWI 6/14/2006 CRAWL 16:18:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:20 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 9:43:51 N/A 6/19/2006 CRAWL 12:31:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:12:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:47:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:12:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:49:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:11:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:41:07 WEATHER 6/20/2006 CRAWL 18:45:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:54:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:00:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:10:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:19:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:30:09 WEATHER 6/23/2006 CRAWL 9:30:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:04:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:36:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:03:51 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:19:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:45:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:40:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:37:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:01:30 WEATHER 6/26/2006 CRAWL 12:14:37 WEATHER " CRAC 12:31:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:58 NONE " CRAWL 13:31:51 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:41 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:02:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:27:25 WEATHER 14

" CRAWL 9:49:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:15:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:37:51 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:40:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:40:39 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:47:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:20:57 WEATHER 6/27/2006 CRAWL 9:15:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:45:38 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:29:06 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:01:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:16:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:06 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:19:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:41:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:11:47 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:40:58 WEATHER 6/28/2006 CRAWL 9:00:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:32:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:02:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:31:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:00:55 WEATHER 6/29/2006 CRAWL 19:02:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:33:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:46:39 WEATHER 7/4/2006 CRAWL 14:23:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:41:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:12:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:40:39 WEATHER 7/5/2006 CRAWL 12:15:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:46:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:18 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 9:00:00 NJ GOVERNOR 7/6/2006 CUT ‐ IN 16:43:07 NJ GOVERNOR 7/7/2006 CUT ‐ IN 11:00:23 YES 15

7/11/2006 CRAWL 14:01:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:20:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:43:11 WEATHER 7/12/2006 CRAWL 9:14:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:27:09 WEATHER TORNADO " CRAWL 10:01:05 UPDATE " CRAWL 10:27:51 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:01:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:45:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:11:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:33:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:18:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:48:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:34 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 19:08:58 WEATHER 7/17/2006 CRAWL 10:23:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:43:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:02:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:46:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:15:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:48:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:16:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:48:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:39:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:10:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:41:11 WEATHER 7/18/2006 CRAWL 10:31:31 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:28:06 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:31:13 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 10:22:25 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 11:02:07 HEAT UPDATE " CRAWL 12:02:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:00:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:30:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:55:21 WEATHER 16

" CRAWL 15:39:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:51 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:46:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:01:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:32:00 WEATHER 7/19/2006 CRAWL 12:02:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:00:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:20:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:55:21 WEATHER 7/20/2006 CRAWL 13:00:48 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:42:21 WEATHER " WEATHER 14:03:47 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:30:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:33:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:35:39 WEATHER 7/21/2006 CUT ‐ IN 9:39:46:07 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 9:59:58:25 WEATHER MAYOR'S UPDATE ON POWER " CUT ‐ IN 12:40:20 OUTAGE " CRAWL 13:48:58 AMBER ALERT " CRAWL 15:13:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:20:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:41:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:55:46 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:17:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:40:38 WEATHER BLACKOUT 7/24/2006 CUT ‐ IN 10:22:30 UPDATE 7/28/2006 CRAWL 14:09:48 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:39:12 WEATHER ": CUT ‐ IN 12:33:34 BUSH PRESS " CUT ‐ IN 15:30:02 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 16:00:04 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 16:30:08 WEATHER 8/1/2006 CUT ‐ IN 13:17:19 HEAT ADVISORY " CUT ‐ IN 16:00:47 WEATHER 17

" CUT ‐ IN 16:30:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:19:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:39:58 WEATHER 8/2/2006 CRAWL 9:01:06 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:32:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:00:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:32:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:00:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:40:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:17:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:40 WEATHER " CRA+ 15:32:45 HEAT " CUT ‐ IN 13:12:48 MAYOR PRESS " CUT ‐ IN 16:30:12 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 8/3/2006 CRAWL 9:11:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:35:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:05:51 WEATHER " WEATHER 10:30:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:03:29 WEATHER " CRAWL N/A THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 16:11:50 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 18:48:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:47:10 WEATHER MAYOR'S WEATHER CUT ‐ IN 14:52:43 UPDATE CUT ‐ IN 16:30:12 WEATHER CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 8/5/2006 CUT ‐ IN N/A N/A 8/7/2006 CUT ‐ IN 11:08:06 BUSH SPEAKS 8/10/2006 CRAWL 18:41:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:49:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:12:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:19:41 WEATHER " CRAWL N/A THUNDERSTORM GOVERNOR'S CUT ‐ IN 15:18:20 PRESS 8/17/2006 CUT ‐ IN 22:21:16 AMBER ALERT " CUT ‐ IN 22:33:50 AMBER ALERT " CUT ‐ IN 22:41:23 AMBER ALERT 8/21/2006 CUT ‐ IN 9:59:32 BUSH PRESS 18

8/25/2006 CUT ‐ IN 10:59:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:18:36 WEATHER 8/28/2006 CRAWL 11:18:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:04:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:30:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:03:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:23:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:02:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:19:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:41:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:11:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:41:36 WEATHER 8/29/2006 CRAWL 9:03:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:30:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:36:46 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:02:06 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:34:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:26 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:33:15 WEATHER 91/12006 CRAWL 9:02:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:50:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:31:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:01:48 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:47:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:31:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:02:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:43 WEATHER WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 18:02:27 UPDATE 9/13/2006 CUT ‐ IN 9:26:04 TRUCK ACCIDENT 9/15/2006 CRAWL 19:01:28 WEATHER NEWS " CUT ‐ IN 11:15:26 CONFERENCE 9/19/2006 CUT ‐ IN 12:13:17 BUSH @ UN 10/10/2006 CUT ‐ IN 13:17:39 JOE TORRE 19

" CUT ‐ IN N/A AMBER ALERT NYC PLANE 10/11/2006 CUT ‐ IN 16:58:10 CRASH NEW 10/12/2006 NONE 16:39:47 CONFERENCE 10/23/2006 CUT ‐ IN 14:57:00 PORT AUTHORITY 10/25/2006 CUT ‐ IN 10:30:16 BUSH PRESS " CUT ‐ IN 11:36:36 N/A 10/27/2006 CRAWL 9:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:12 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:04 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 15:04 N/A " CRAWL 14:32 WEATHER 11/8/2006 CRAWL 9:39:23 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:12:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:49:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:44:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:02:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:21:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:24:25 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 12:57:09 N/A " CRAWL 15:55:38 FLASH FLOOD " CUT ‐ IN 15:42:55 SEC. OF DEFENSE " CRAWL 19:32:37 FLOOD WATCH 11/16/2006 CRAWL 9:03:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:04:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:35:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:45:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:04:12 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:23:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:12 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:48:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:46:38 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:01:16 WEATHER 20

CRAWL 19:17:51 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 16:45:46 WEATHER 11/21/2006 CRAWL 9:01:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:40:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:05:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:28:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:32:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:46:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:10:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:55:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:16:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:48:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:46:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:48:50 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 16:38:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:16:57 WEATHER 11/23/2006 CRAWL 11:35:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:01:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:04:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:26:18 WEATHER 11/27/2006 CUT ‐ IN 12:32:10 MAYOR NEWS 11/28/2006 CUT ‐ IN 12:01:55 MAYOR NEWS 11/30/2006 CRAWL 9:09:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:44:12 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:22:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:50:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:00:53 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:02:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:09:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:00:58 HIGH WIND CRAWL 16:34:39 HIGH WIND 12/1/2006 CRAWL 11:36:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:01:39 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:47:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:04:47 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:30:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:00:24 WEATHER 21

" CRAWL 16:31:39 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:38:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:46:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:00:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:19:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:33:19 WEATHER 12/22/2006 CUT ‐ IN 11:57:31 N/A 12/30/2006 CUT ‐ IN 18:30:04 FORD FUNERAL 1/1/2007 CRAWL 9:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:33:19 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:31 WEATHER 1/3/2007 CUT ‐ IN 17:21:17 PRESIDENT FORD 1/8/2007 CRAWL 9:01:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:25:00 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 9:44:45 GAS LEAK 1/15/2007 CRAWL 9:05:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:25:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:02:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:34:14 WEATHER 1/25/2007 CRAWL 10:05:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:30:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:39:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:01:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:38 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:30:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:30:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:12 WIND CHILL " CRAWL 16:27:27 WIND CHILL 2/1/2007 CRAWL 10:05:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:41:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:44:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:01:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:39:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:00:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:23 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:15:22 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:30:44 WEATHER 22

" CRAWL 15:01:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:32 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:36:25 WEATHER 2/12/2007 CRAWL 10:01:22 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:45:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:04:32 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:03:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:00 WEATHER 2/13/2007 CRAWL 13:02:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:27:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:16:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:47:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:02:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:33:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:55:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:04:45 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 14:59:49 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 15:29:46 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 16:26:20 WEATHER 2/14/2007 CRAWL 10:04:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:34:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:30:22 WEATHER " CRAWL N/A WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 11:59:50 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 12:29:54 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 12:59:58 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:29:29 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:59:31 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 15:59:55 N/A 2/22/2007 CRAWL 10:02:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:31:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:03:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:38 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:05:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:40 WEATHER 23

" CRAWL 15:02:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:30:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:06 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:49:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:01:48 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:21:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:32:56 WEATHER ANNA NICOLE " CUT ‐ IN 15:57:20 VERDICT 2/26/2007 CRAWL 10:06:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:33:30 WEATHER 3/1/2007 CRAWL 10:04:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:44:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:04:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:18:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:49:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:16:47 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:48:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:17:40 FLOOD WATCH " CRAWL 15:42:03 FLOOD WATCH " CRAWL 16:01:08 FLOOD WATCH " CRAWL 16:40:00 FLOOD WATCH 3/2/2007 CRAWL 10:02:27 FLOOD WATCH " CRAWL 10:39:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:09:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:47:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:10:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:50 WEATHER 3/8/2007 CUT ‐ IN 9:10:18 MAYOR PRESS 3/12/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:30:00 N/A 3/15/2007 CRAWL 10:01:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:30:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:44:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:02:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:10:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:47:11 WEATHER 24

" CRAWL 15:10:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:42:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:05:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:44:27 WEATHER 3/16/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:00:12 WINTER STORM " CUT ‐ IN 12:30:14 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:00:15 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:30:01 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 14:00:08 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 14:23:31 SEAN BELL CASE " CUT ‐ IN 15:00:17 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN N/A BELL INDICTMENT 3/19/2007 CUT ‐ IN 14:53:23 SEAN BELL CASE 3/23/2007 CUT ‐ IN 13:18:33 YES 3/27/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:02:15 BLDG COLLAPSE " CUT ‐ IN 12:18:12 BLDG COLLAPSE 4/5/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:45:10 N/A 4/10/2007 CRAWL 16:18:10 NEWS " CRAWL 16:29:46 NEWS 4/12/2007 CRAWL 11:44:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:02:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:17:31 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 19:10:31 N/A 4/13/2007 CUT ‐ IN 11:37:25 CORZINE PRESS " CUT ‐ IN 14:36:30 CORZINE INJURED " CUT ‐ IN 14:54:09 CORZINE INJURED 4/16/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:30:13 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:00:18 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 13:30 N/A " CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 16:14:55 VA TECH KILLINGS " CUT ‐ IN 16:29:52 VA TECH KILLINGS 4/17/2007 CUT ‐ IN 9:23:10 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 14:00:04 N/A 4/18/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:13:14 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 14:05:09 N/A 4/20/2007 CUT ‐ IN N/A PLANE CRASH 4/23/2007 CUT ‐ IN 13:00:55 AMBER ALERT 4/27/2007 CRAWL 12:01:48 WEATHER CUT ‐ IN 10:19:34 N/A " CRAWL 12:34:02 WEATHER 25

" CRAWL 13:03:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:36:06 WEATHER 4/30/2007 CUT ‐ IN 13:41:41 CORZINE TRENCH 5/4/2007 CUT ‐ IN N/A COLLAPSE 5/7/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:05:46 NJ SCHOOL BUS " CUT ‐ IN 10:31:37 CORZINE PRESS 5/8/2007 CUT ‐ IN 15:34:50 FORT DIX TERROR 5/15/2007 CUT ‐ IN 14:39:34 YES 5/16/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:06:21 FOREST FIRE press THUNDERSTOR " M 15:48:19 WEATHER " WEATHER 16:09:55 WEATHER WEATHER CUT ‐ IN 13:11:57 UPDATE CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER " CRAWL 19:01:33 WEATHER FOREST & CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 5/17/2007 CRAWL 10:10:33 THUNDERSTORM 5/18/2007 CRAWL 10:33:30 WEATHER GW BRIDGE 6/1/2007 CUT ‐ IN 9:16:55 Incident GW BRIDGE " CUT ‐ IN 9:28:43 Incident 6/4/2007 CRAWL 10:00:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:30:41 WEATHER 6/12/2007 CRAWL 14:17:39 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:53:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:01:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:31:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:00:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:34:10 WEATHER SUSPICIOUS PACK 6/13/2007 CUT‐IN 13:50:37 FOUND 6/20/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:34:40 MAYOR PRESS 6/21/2007 CRAWL 16:47:40 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 19:01:22 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 19:19:15 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 19:32:20 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 19:46:31 THUNDERSTORM 6/25/2007 CUT ‐ IN 13:50:42 N/A 6/27/2007 CUT ‐ IN 16:01:30 YES " CUT ‐ IN 16:31:45 POWER OUTAGE 26

6/28/2007 CRAWL 10:03:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:32:04 YES " CRAWL 11:30:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:02:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:22 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:38:58 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:39:31 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:36:16 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 15:59:49 WEATHER CUT ‐ IN 16:32:14 N/A 7/5/2007 CRAWL 15:25:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:48:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:03:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:21:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:44 WEATHER 7/6/2007 CRAWL 15:47:16 WEATHER 7/9/2007 CUT ‐ IN 11:42:30 MAYOR PRESS 7/10/2007 CUT ‐ IN 16:03:30 N/A 7/11/2007 CRAWL 15:30:42 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 15:44:27 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 16:03:45 THUNDERSTORM POLICEMAN 7/14/2007 CUT ‐ IN 19:10:29 DEATH 7/18/2007 CRAWL 12:18:48 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:55:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:24:22 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 10:19:53 WEATHER CUT ‐ IN 10:38:18 WEATHER 7/19/2007 CRAWL 16:46:51 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 18:39:59 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 14:15:38 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 14:51:19 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 7/20/2007 CUT ‐ IN 16:37:24 STEAM PIPE 7/23/2007 CUT ‐ IN 9:32:47 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 10:00:02 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 10:29:12 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 12:00:14 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 12:30:15 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:00:21 WEATHER 27

7/27/2007 CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 7/29/2007 CRAWL 14:35:19 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:33:43 WEATHER 8/2/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:54:50 BUSH PRESS 8/3/2007 CUT ‐ IN N/A N/A " CRAWL 19:33:54 CONED POWER " CRAWL 19:50:47 CONED POWER 8/8/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:34:04 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 11:31:53 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 12:00:13 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 12:20:00 NEWS Conference " CUT ‐ IN 14:20:35 NEWS Conference 8/9/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:30:33 BUSH " CUT ‐ IN 12:24:48 NEWARK Shooting " CUT ‐ IN 13:00:18 NEWARK MAYOR " CRAWL 19:19:23 FLOOD WATCH " CRAWL 19:32:32 FLOOD WATCH " CRAWL 19:48:44 FLOOD WATCH 8/10/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:10:01 FLOODING CRAWL 10:18:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:37:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:44:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:33 WEATHER 8/14/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:00:00 WEATHER 8/17/2007 CRAWL 15:41:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:47:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:12:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:54:17 WEATHER CUT ‐ IN 15:26:50 GAS EXPLOSION " CUT ‐ IN 16:27:10 WEATHER 8/21/2007 CRAWL 10:02:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:33:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:01:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:47 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:47:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:19:26 WEATHER 8/23/2007 CUT ‐ IN 14:30:14 N/A 28

" CUT ‐ IN 15:00:00 N/A Gonzales 8/27/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:32:26 Resignation " CUT ‐ IN 11:49:09 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 13:32:18 CITY PRESS 9/13/2007 CUT ‐ IN 21:21:43 BUSH SPEECH 9/14/2007 CUT ‐ IN 14:53:54 N/A 9/17/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:30:17 N/A 9/18/2007 CUT ‐ IN 13:16:18 N/A 9/19/2007 CUT ‐ IN 11:25:09 OJ SIMPSON 9/20/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:44:43 N/A 9/25/2007 CUT ‐ IN 9:58:00 N/A 9/26/2007 CUT ‐ IN 15:24:43 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 16:10:30 N/A 10/2/2007 CUT ‐ IN 11:37:47 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 11:56:20 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 13:47:03 N/A 10/6/2007 CUT ‐ IN 17:14:43 EXPLOSION 10/10/2007 CUT ‐ IN 14:46:00 N/A 10/11/2007 CUT ‐ IN 16:13:44 WEATHER TORNADO " CUT ‐ IN 16:20:00 WARNING " CRAWL 18:49:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:03:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:52:10 WEATHER 10/15/2007 CUT ‐ IN 13:55:20 ACCIDENT 10/17/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:43:45 BUSH PRESS " CUT ‐ IN 13:39:15 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 14:00:04 N/A 10/18/2007 CUT ‐ IN N/A JOE TORRE 10/19/2007 CUT ‐ IN 14:03:00 JOE TORRE " CUT ‐ IN N/A AMBER ALERT " CRAWL 15:40:14 WEATHER 10/25/2007 CUT ‐ IN 15:19:15 CA WILDFIRES 10/26/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:21:18 MEX EXPLOSION " CUT ‐ IN 16:20:35 MEX EXPLOSION

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EXHIBIT 2 WNYW – NEW YORK, NY LOCAL NEWS 2005 Health

ISSUES: Health AVIAN FLU HEARING Date: November 2, 2005 Length: :40 At a Senate hearing in Washington, health officials gave details of the President's $7 billion anti‐flu plan.

ISSUES: Health CIGARETTE BAN IN & OUT Date: November 5, 2005 Length: :22 A new poll by the State Health Department found 76% of New Yorkers would approve of a smoking ban outside public buildings. And even 54% of smokers would support it.

ISSUES: Health NYC NOT READY Date: November 6, 2005 Length: :27 If a Bird Flu pandemic hits New York City, hundreds could die every day if we're not prepared. An expert on disaster management says New York is "woefully" ill‐prepared.

ISSUES: Health/consumer DDS DIETING Date: November 9, 2005 Length: :40 The DDS System is a diet aid that looks like a retainer and is helping people lose unwanted pounds.

ISSUES: Health HEALTH SCARE CLASS Date: November 15, 2005 Length: 1:13 A New York City teacher's aide says she contracted Hepatitis "C" in the classroom and she's hoping the city will work quickly so it doesn't happen to anyone else.

ISSUES: Health MEDIARE PLAN‐D Date: November 15, 2005 Length: :20 Seniors can sign up for Medicare's new prescription drug program. The plan, called Medicare Part D, is designed to help those over 65 afford prescription costs. But some say there are too many options, making it confusing.

ISSUES: Health MENINGITIS DEATH Date: November 17, 2005 Length: :25 19 year old Caitlin Boyle, a student at Marist College in Poughkeepsie, died as a result of Bacterial Meningitis. 30

ISSUES: Health THANKSGIVING‐BIRD FLU Date: November 17, 2005 Length: :23 The Feds are stepping up to reassure people about turkeys for your Thanksgiving dinner. There has been no sign of the Bird Flu in the .

ISSUES: Health BIRD FLU SCARE Date: November 20, 2005 Length: 1:03 Experts say you do not have to worry about the chicken and turkey you are eating for Thanksgiving in regard to the Avian Flu.

ISSUES: Health Artificial sweeteners = fat? Date: November 22, 2005 Length: 3:00 Some say no calorie sweeteners can make you fat… how is that possible? We look at the studies behind it all.

ISSUES: Health L.I. WOMEN HEALTHY Date: November 22, 2005 Length: :50 A survey by Self Magazine found Nassau and Suffolk Counties are the healthiest places in the country for women.

ISSUES: Health BED BUGS ARE BACK Date: November 27, 2005 Length: :39 The City has logged 449 bedbug violations since July. There were only 16 in all of 2003. Experts blame increased immigration, cheap international travel, the ban on powerful pesticides, and the recycled mattress industry.

ISSUES: Health CONTAMINATED FIELDS Date: November 28, 2005 Length: 5:51 A story about contaminated landfills at a playing field at the Greenvale School in Eastchester. Testing found many potentially dangerous things including metals like mercury, pesticides like chlordane and something called Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons or PAHs which could cause cancer.

ISSUES: Health Stop smoking the easy way? Date: November 29, 2005 Length: 3:00 Read the book and kick the habit? People swear by this one. including some big name Celebes.

ISSUES: Health LEAD LUNCHBOX RECALL Date: November 29, 2005 Length: :48 The New York State Attorney General is asking for a voluntary recall of tens of thousands of lunch boxes sold at Target and Wal‐Mart because of lead poisoning concerns. 31

ISSUES: Health WORLD AIDS DAY Date: December 1, 2005 Length: :21 Today is World AIDS Day. AIDS has killed at least 25 million people, and more than 40 million people live with HIV or aids right now.

ISSUES: Health HEALTHY BODEGAS Date: December 1, 2005 Length: :26 Bodegas in Brooklyn, Harlem and are taking part in a new pilot program by the City Health Department. Starting next month they'll sell low‐fat milk, and if that proves successful, diet beverages, fresh vegetables and low‐fat dairy products will follow. Bodegas make most of their profits from coffee, sandwiches, beer and cigarettes.

ISSUES: Health FLU MIST VACCINE Date: December 6, 2005 Length: :25 The Flu Mist that's inhaled has been on the market for two years now, and the Government says the feedback's been mostly positive.

ISSUES: Health HOME HEALTH AIDES Date: December 7, 2005 Length: :24 The Union representing more than a thousand home health workers is going on strike. They're demanding a salary increase to $10 an hour by 2007.

ISSUES: Health SYRUP SMELL RETURNS Date: December 8, 2005 Length: :45 A syrupy cloud has rolled through the streets of lower Manhattan, Midtown and Brooklyn. The City's Office of Emergency Management says it is still a mystery.

ISSUES: Health AGING BABY BOOMERS Date: December 9, 2005 Length: :24 A Federal survey says life expectancy has increased, and death rates for heart disease, cancer and strokes are down. However, half of all Americans ages 55 to 64 have high blood pressure, and two in five are obese.

ISSUES: Health STRAY VOLTAGE DETECTORS Date: December 11, 2005 Length: :25 ConEd, is checking for stray voltage on the street after some dogs were shocked on some metal grating on 81st Street on the Upper East Side, but lived. Inspectors found a defective wire.

ISSUES: Health STRIKE MEDICAL EFFECT Date: December 13, 2005 Length: 2:45 32

An interview with Doctor , Associate Professor at the School of Medicine, in regard to how people in need of medical assistance can be treated if there were a transit strike.

ISSUES: Health OIL REFINERY SPILL Date: December 17, 2005 Length: :24 Environmental officials are working overtime to clean up an oil spill at a refinery in Linden, , spilling 84,000 gallons of heating fuel along the shore of the Rahway River.

ISSUES: Health SUPERMARKET SURVEY Date: December 18, 2005 Length: :47 A new report by State Senator Jeff Klein found gross violations at dozens of supermarkets in Westchester. Many are repeat offenders, while others have cleaned up their act since Klein's last report five years ago.

ISSUES: Health PET FOOD RECALL Date: December 22, 2005 Length: :27 An important recall after a deadly toxic fungus turned up in bags of dog and cat food. About ten dogs in New York died after eating the food.

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ISSUES: Health PHARMACIST SHORTAGE Date: December 29, 2005 Length: :34 A recent study says nearly 160,000 pharmacy openings will be vacant in 15 years. The main reason is because more pharmacists are needed to keep up with all the meds people are taking.

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Sunday, January 1 Obese win surgery / ‐ :38 (health) Dozens, of overweight people, went to times square, this morning, hoping to win a chance, to fulfill, a new year's resolution. A local doctor, has offered, to perform free gastric bypass surgery, on 10 people, who can't afford, the operation. About 50 people, filled out forms, and weighed in. One candidate said, he was looking to shed pounds fast, and improve his health. Doctor Dominick Artuso, plans to choose the lucky 10, by the end of the month.

Tuesday, January 3 Good carbs/ ‐ : 24 (health) Go ahead, Dig into carbs, Just make sure they're the right kind. That's what researchers in Washington DC say. They studied more than 48‐thousand post‐menopausal women for seven years. Half of them replaced high‐fat foods with carbohydrates, Such as fruits, whole grains and vegetables.

Radio frequency/ ‐ 1:55 (health) Melt away back pain… sounds too good to be true.. But a lot of doctors are finding.. A special treatment can do just that. Lyn brown has more. It's known as Radiofrequency Denervation.. A treatment that literally melts away the pain. It disrupts the pathways so the nerves cant really transmit the pain signal from a painful joint in the back

Wednesday, January 4 Pregnancy do’s and don’ts/ ‐ 2:06 (health) It’s very important to maintain your appearance makes you feel better about yourself more refreshed. But maintaining your appearance can be tricky. Should you skip the manicure. And what about those highlights? Doctor Marc Avram is a dermatologist from long island college hospital. He says some of the most frequently asked questions concern hair coloring. Doctor Avram says if you are going to treat your hair.. Use caution. Some of the things that would make it safer to highlight your hair is to use vegetable oil dyes. Keep dye away from scalp, and to wear gloves. And what about a manicure? Most doctors would feel comfortable after the first trimester if you are going to do it. Spa treatments like the ones offered here at exhale are also very popular.. Like facials. And massages… but are they safe?? In general, it is a kind of deep massage of the feet. Most doctors feel comfortable with light massage

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Birth control pill/ ‐ :27 (health) A new study finds birth control pills may lower a woman's sex drive, Even after she stops taking them.

The report in the "journal of sexual medicine” says the pill can alter levels of certain blood proteins. Women on the pill have higher levels of a protein that can suppress testosterone and reduce a woman's desire to have sex. The study has not concluded if those protein levels ever return to normal after taking the pill.

Thursday, January 5 Soy /trt‐ :22 (health) New study is raising questions about the popular health food, Soy. Researchers at the University of , Say "soy" could actually be "bad" for your heart. The study found, Male mice, with a genetic mutation for heart disease, were severely affected by a diet rich in soy. This same condition is found in humans. For now researchers say it's too early to recommend dietary changes.

Friday, January 6 Cerebral Palsy/ ‐:25 (health) A new study suggests exposure to some viral infections around the time of birth, Could lead to cerebral palsy in babies. Australian researchers found neurotropic infections, which include the Herpes viruses, mumps, and measles could trigger brain damage and cerebral palsy. These viruses can cross the placenta and infect the baby. But doctors say other factors, such as a susceptibility to infection or prematurity, may be needed for the disorder to develop.

Monday, January 9, 2006 House call/ ‐ :23 (health) There's an epidemic sweeping New York. It has health officials downright frightened. Diabetes cases are rising dramatically. Some 800,000 New Yorkers have diabetes and that's more than one in every eight people. Diabetes allows excess sugar to build up in the blood. Death from diabetes is up. Experts say because of a lack of awareness. The percentage of diabetics in the city is nearly a third higher than in the nation.

Tuesday, January 10, 2006 House call/ ‐: 49 (health) Doctors are on alert after a boy just 13 months old. And a girl who was 5 years old died of the flu here in New York City. Here are some emergency warning signs of the flu you should watch out for:

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‐fast breathing or trouble breathing ‐bluish skin color ‐not drinking enough fluids

The city health department is alerting pediatricians to speed up vaccinations for children.

Wednesday, January 11 House call/ ‐ :26 (health) Seems many Americans have trouble staying sober on the job. A study on drinking and the workplace shows 15‐percent of the workforce is under the influence on the job. But 19‐million people go to work intoxicated in withdrawal or with a hangover. About 7 percent actually drink *during* the workday. Young, single men are especially guilty. A hangover is the most common problem. The highest alcohol use, Is in management, Sales, Catering, And construction.

Thursday, January 12 Jumping rope/ ‐ 1:50 (health) Skipping might make you think of fun in the school yard, but as rocky proved it’s also a serious workout! That’s why gyms across the city are "jumping" on this calorie blasting trend. Lucy B's turn and burn class will debut here at the cooper square New York health and racquet club on February 6th for more information log onto nyhrc.com. In cooper square, exhausted

Friday, January 13 Fat survey/ ‐ 1:26 (health) Thin is in, but being fat is more accepted then it used to be .. According to a new survey American’s views are changing since 1985.. Take a look!

In 1985 55‐percent of Americans thought thinner people were more attractive. Last year.. A big change.. The survey found only 24 percent thought skinnier is better

Recent campaigns by companies like are using more full figured women, but many super skinny models still grace the covers of popular magazines,.

A trend one nutritionist says needs to go. The dove campaign was a welcome.

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Flu resistant/ ‐ :24 (health) The feds are warning doctors not to prescribe, 2 common flu medications because, they may not work! Lab testing, at the c‐d‐c shows, this season's, predominant flu strain as become resistant to 2 antiviral used for years.

However, other popular drugs like Tami flu are still effective. So doctors, are strongly recommending you get the flu vaccine to avoid, this problem, in the 1st place. The flu kills, nearly 40‐thousand Americans every year.

House call/ ‐ :14 (health) A brain surgeon has created a hi‐tech assistant. It's a robot that talks to patients, reads vital signs and test results and even wears a lab coat!

It doesn't replace a human doctor but it can save vital minutes during an emergency.

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Sunday, January 15 Caffeine sex drive/ ‐ :20 (healthy) And if you're able to get that t‐v out of there, Keep the caffeine nearby. In one study, researchers injected female rats with a shot of caffeine. Those that got the shots were quicker to scurry back for more action. So can coffee perk up your sex life? Researchers say it's too early to recommend caffeine as an aphrodisiac.

Wednesday, January 18 Face transplant/ ‐ :22 (health) The world's first face transplant recipient is worrying doctors, Because she's smoking again. Doctors in France performed the ground‐breaking surgery in November. But they say by resuming the smoking the woman puts her healing in jeopardy and raises the risk of tissue rejection.

She received a new nose, chin and lips, after a dog mauled her. The woman hasn't been identified because of privacy laws.

Thursday, January 19 Nose bleed/ ‐ :46 (health) Last year, 12‐year‐old Brandon Fernandez’s nose would bleed so much, it looked like he'd been in fights. Doctors found a very rare type of tumor in a blood vessel behind his nose.

Usually, surgery involves cutting back the patient's entire face and nose, leaving horrible scarring. But doctors at "North Shore LIJ" removed Brandon's tumor with a camera and endo‐scope: Brandon is thankful his health and his life are back to normal.

Friday, January 20 Bodega health/ ‐ 1:22 (health) Fast food, junk food, take out food‐ everywhere you look, Chinese, pizza, fried chicken, where's the healthy stuff, not where a lot of people can find it.

the city says, 30 percent of folks in many neighborhoods are fat. In Harlem, the and Brooklyn, people buy, 80 percent of their grocery's at bodegas, because there just aren't many supermarkets.

to fight the fat, the city has teamed up with bodegas, to start selling low‐fat milk. And give, lower prices, to the healthy stuff. The city wants to expand the program, to get bodegas to carry more fruits, veggies and fresh stuff, less junk and cigarette ads. Yuseff, says people have to change the way they eat.

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Monday, January 23 Brain stent/ ‐2:24 (health) Five months ago Kenneth Thomas had his first stroke. Two more followed. Kenneth's strokes were caused by a narrowing of the arteries in the brain. The result of plaque build‐up. He was not responding to traditional medications like aspirin and other blood thinners.

Doctors told his family that it was very likely he would have another stroke.

Thanks to a new device called the wingspan stint system. In the past stints have been used to open blood vessels in the neck to help prevent stroke.. But this is the first one specifically designed for the fragile blood vessels in the brain.

After the stint is in place.. You can see blood flow returning.

Tuesday, January 24 Depressing day/ ‐ :22 (health) If you're having a bad day today, You're not alone. According to British psychologist Cliff Arnall today is the worst day of the year.

His research shows that January 24th is mathematically and scientifically the year's most depressing day. Doctor Arnall say's it's because we're still paying holiday bills.

Wednesday, January 25 House call/ ‐ :21 (health) In tonight's Fox 5 house call, Diets high in fish oil, Are good for your heart. But researchers say they don't necessarily help *prevent* cancer.

A review of 38 studies that tracked patients for more than 30 years.. Found omega‐ three fatty acids had no great affect on breast, lung and colon cancer. But doctors still say omegas are good for you.

Thursday, February 2 Whole milk school / ‐ :28 (health) There's a healthy alternative for kids to drink while they're in school. We all remember mom and dad reminding us to drink our milk. Now many grade school children are getting milk that's low‐fat. Schools in Manhattan and the Bronx have taken whole milk off the menus. Schools in other boroughs are expected to switch to low‐fat milk soon

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Friday, February 3 Lying brain/ ‐ :24 (health) In our medical house call, it's tougher to tell a lie than to tell . Researchers at Temple University say our brains work harder when we're lying. Doctors used MRIs to study brain activity while patients were being deceptive. The study found liars used about double the regions of their brain than people who were telling the truth. Because they had to control their language and emotions.

Tuesday, February 7 Get rid of acne/TRT 2:27 (health) Like many teenagers, Stephanie Constantine battled acne. Nothing worked but these days Stephanie’s skin is looking a lot better. Thanks to a laser treatment called gentle wave. It is one of many lasers and light source treatments being used by dermatologists to treat the inflammatory acne cysts.

Laser therapy is not new but it may become more popular very soon. That's because the food and drug administration is cracking down on a very successful treatment for acne that has been around for more than twenty years Accutane.

Accutane has been linked to birth defects. Doctor Bruce Katz, a dermatologist on the Upper East Side says any woman of child bearing age on the drug must now meet several new requirements.

The patient, the doctor and pharmacy are registered with FDA for the "I Pledge Program". It is a mandatory program where the patient can not receive Accutane unless she has a negative pregnancy test and the pharmacist has seen it.

Friday, February 10 Ritalin warning/TRT‐ :50 (health) Doctors wrote over 30 million prescriptions for these drugs. The stimulants that are used to treat a‐d‐h‐d could soon come with a black box warning label. An f‐d‐a advisory panel voted in favor of the warnings. That's after it heard about the deaths of 25 people, Including 19 children between 19‐99 and 2003.

this warning would apply to several drugs including Ritalin, Concerta, and metadata. The makers of Ritalin say its drug, which was approved 50 years ago, is safe and effective.

The FDA is not required to follow the recommendation of their advisory panel, but they usually do.

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Lung cancer/trt‐ :31 (health)

In tonight's house call, screening smokers for lung cancer. Even if they don't show symptoms.

New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical Center conducted a trial using lung cancer computer tomography screening. Doctors say this is the first time tumor size and lung cancer stage have been linked when there are no symptoms. They say the smaller the lung cancer is at diagnosis, the more likely it is to be curable.

Controversy over screening for lung cancer has centered around the risk of radiation with c‐t scans and cost.

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Wednesday, February 15 Diet pill/ ‐:27 (health) A new diet pill does more than whittle your waist it also lowers cholesterol. "Complain". The f‐d‐a may approve it by the end of the month.

Out of the thousands of overweight people who took "Acomplia" as part of a study, half lost weight and lowered their cholesterol. Those who didn't lose weight had trouble cutting calories or sticking with the pill which can cause nausea.

Friday, February 17 Birth control patch/ ‐ :27 (health) A health warning today for women using a birth control patch. It's from the maker of Ortho‐Evra. The New Jersey‐based drug maker found women using it's patch face twice the risk of developing blood clots than those using the pill.

A federal report says the deaths of about a dozen women are believed linked to the patch in 2004. If you're using the Ortho Evra birth control patch you can contact your doctor for more information.

Plasma treatment/ ‐ 1:43 (health) In tonight's house call, Looking younger. Some people have improved their skin with chemical peels or laser treatments.

Now dermatologists are using another non‐surgical treatment that's getting similar results with a shorter recovery time.

Saturday, February 18 Diet calories/ ‐ :25 (health) If you want to, lose weight and keep it off, it's this simple: track those calories. According, to a 2‐decade‐long study, staying thin involves, a lifetime of counting calories. A researcher, at the University of Florida, looked at the diet habits of monkeys. She found overweight monkeys that were forced to cut calories by 25‐percent lost weight and extended their life‐span, by several years. But, once those caloric restrictions were lifted they gained it all back.

Sunday, February 19 McDonald’s fry suit /‐ :29 (health) The secret ingredients that help make fast food fries so tasty are getting McDonald’s in 43

hot water. At least three lawsuits have been filed after McDonald’s admitted using wheat and dairy products to flavor its fries.

One woman is suing the fast food giant, claiming the company misled the public. She says she has celiac disease, an illness set off by a protein found in wheat and that the fast food joint always insisted its fries were gluten‐free.

McDonald’s says it's now testing the fries for gluten. Healthy chocolate /‐ :25 (health) Chocolate is getting a make‐over. It's being touted as a health food! At the word from inc., the maker of Milky Way, and M&M's candies.

Next month it plans to launch a new line of products called cocoa‐via. It's made with a dark chocolate high in flavones, an antioxidant found in cocoa beans.

But many researchers are skeptical, and say it could just add to the nations obesity problems.

Monday, February 20 Energy bars /‐ 1:51 (health) Shopping for an energy bar you need to know they should have less than three grams of saturated fat per bar, you want it to be under 200 calories, you want at least three grams of fiber and it should have at least five or more grams of protein. What people should remember is that they are not a replacement for real food.

Tuesday, February 21 Ski helmets /‐ :22 (health) Helmets are known to protect bike riders. Now there are numbers on how well they protect skiers. A new study shows wearing one on the slopes can cut your risk of head injury 60‐ percent.

Even though head injuries are very common, only about a third of skiers and snowboarders wear helmets. The study also found helmets protect all skiers. . . Beginner to expert.

Wednesday, February 22 Bad meat /‐ 1:33 (health) The meat industry sometimes uses carbon monoxide to make products appear fresher. Carbon monoxide helps the meat keep its red color. It's a relatively new practice and some are questioning the health risk.

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But while ingesting the carbon monoxide might not be a problem, what the chemical is masking could be. One maker of natural food extracts says the carbon monoxide can suppress bad odors, the presence of slime and other signs meat is spoiled

Thursday, February 23 Flu shots and kids /‐ :16 (health) A government advisory panel is recommending more children get the flu shot. Doctors had recommended shots for kids between six months and two years. But the panel says kids between two and five. Should get a flu shot too. The new guideline covers more than five‐million American children.

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Friday, February 24 Free cancer screening / (health) Free colorectal cancer screenings are now available to people living in Brooklyn. Maimonides Medical Center is offering the free screenings.

Colorectal cancer is preventable if detected early through a colonoscopy or other testing method. Health experts say early screenings are key.

If you're interested in a free screening at Maimonides, contact the hospital at 718‐ 283‐ 7352.

Saturday, February 25 NYC heart health day/trt‐:21 (health) Clothes, CDs, and heart health advice at the center mall today! Folks came out, for free blood pressure and cholesterol screenings.

Health counselors, from the "National Latina Health Network" and a drug company were there. They offered tips and advice about maintaining cardiovascular health.

Counselors encouraged everyone to see their doctors about any heart‐related problems. Heart disease is America’s number‐1 killer, even among women.

Monday, February 27 Healthy beer/trt‐2:04 (health) These willing taste testers are trying a new light beer called stampede plus. The “plus” is what separates it from all the rest. That's right.. Vitamins. Fred matt one of the brewers of the beer says it's targeted towards active healthy consumers.

Doctor David Robbins, an internist at Beth Israel Medical Center, says while vitamin b is one of the nutrients depleted by alcohol, there is really no real evidence to support the hangover claim.

Tuesday, February 28 Green tea brain/ ‐ :19 (health) For years. Scientists have told us about the health benefits of green tea. Now there's another one. Researchers in Japan say it may slow down the aging process in elderly people. The study found patients who drink at least two cups of green tea a day are fifty‐ percent less likely to show signs of dementia.

Sunday, March 5 CT morning after pill /‐:20 (health) An emotionally‐ charged debate in Connecticut, Over the so‐ called morning after pill. 46

state lawmakers, are hearing testimony, about a bill, To require *all* hospitals, including Catholic ones to provide the pill to victims. The church is actively opposing the bill, Saying it violates catholic beliefs. The pill, Taken within 72 hours of intercourse, Can prevent a pregnancy

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Tuesday, March 7 Lung cancer stats /‐:31 (health) It's not unusual for people who don't smoke.. To get lung cancer. according to doctors, there are many things that can cause it. Smoking is not the only danger, Some cancer causes are environmental. and now doctors are seeing the disease in young patients. More than 350‐thousand Americans have lung cancer. last year, 163‐thousand people died from the disease, The leading cause of the cancer was smoking.

Wednesday, March 8 Java fit /‐2:48 (health) Ahhh..the aroma of freshly brewed coffee. But what about a cup 'o joe that not only gives you a caffeine boost. but also promises to help you lose weight?? the makers of java fit claim their gourmet coffee

Can help boost your energy. Increase your metabolism.. Even burn fat!

They sell a line of coffees, each one spiked with different nutrients. "energy extreme" is loaded with niacin and green tea extract to help boost energy, According to nutritionist Elisa Zied functional foods like java fit can be beneficial if included with a sensible diet. Just watch how much you drink.

Thursday, March 9 Bird flu/ ‐:30 (health) The u‐s may be just months away from its first case of bird flu. The government now predicts, Wild birds migrating from infected nations, Could bring the deadly strain to domestic birds, By summer. The h‐5‐n‐1 strain has already devastated bird flocks in Asia and Europe. It’s blamed for killing at least 95 people since two‐ thousand‐ three. The government says it's prepared to deal with an animal outbreak, But is more concerned if the virus mutates into a form that's easily spread among people.

ISSUES: Health HYPERTENSION Date: April 3, 2006 Length: :19 The City Health Department and Bristol‐Meyers Squibb are teaming up to make you more aware of the dangers of high blood pressure, launching a big campaign. Hypertension often leads to deadly heart attacks and strokes.

ISSUES: Health MISCARRIAGE STRESS Date: April 3, 2006 Length: :25 Researches in found a link to stress and miscarriage and 90 percent of those 48 with elevated stress hormones had miscarriages during the first three weeks of pregnancy.

ISSUES: Health ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER Date: April 6, 2006 Length: :22 The F.D.A. has approved the 1st skin patch to treat A.D.H.D. and it’s called Daytrana. It’s designed to be worn 9 hours and contains the same stimulant that is in Ritalin.

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ISSUES: Health GINGER AND CANCER Date: April 7, 2006 Length: :25 Researchers at the University of Michigan mixed ginger with ovarian cancer cells and found it works just like chemotherapy. Researches at University say Capsaicin reduced tumors in mice with Pancreatic Cancer.

ISSUES: Health OBESITY DENIAL Date: April 10, 2006 Length: :20 A University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill study says that about 15% of people who are overweight actually see themselves as being overweight.

ISSUES: Health NEW C‐P‐R TECHNIQUE Date: April 14, 2006 Length: :24 CPR is a proven life‐saver but now some researchers say another technique may be better. It’s called “Cardiocerebral Resuscitation” or “CCR” and it emphasizes fast forceful chest compressions to keep blood flowing.

ISSUES: Health BIRD FLU PLAN Date: April 16, 2006 Length: :29 The Government says the 1st case of Bird Flu could show up in the US in the coming months or even weeks! The Government is finalizing a response plan in case the virus becomes transferable from human to human.

ISSUES: Health BREAST CANCER DRUG Date: April 17, 2006 Length: :25 The drug "Raloxifene," used to treat osteoporosis, may help prevent Breast Cancer in older women. The drug showed promising results in a Government Study of nearly 20,000 post menopausal women.

ISSUES: Health HEAVY HIPS Date: April 20, 2006 Length: :46 While previous research showed that older women with excess weight around their waist are at greater risk for heart disease, new research proves that excess fat in the lower area general may be good thing.

ISSUES: Health PREGNANT WOMEN DRINK MILK Date: April 25, 2006 Length: :21 Canadian recommend for pregnant women to drink three 8oz glasses of milk everyday to prevent giving birth to smaller babies.

ISSUES: Health SNIFF AWAY HUNGER Date: April 28, 2006 Length: :21 One study found obese people who sniffed tubes of banana, mint and green apple scents lost an average of 30lbs in 6 months. Researchers say the food smells may have 50

helped satisfy cravings.

ISSUES: Health WALK AMERICA Date: April 30, 2006 Length: :15 With Andrea Day as the Honorary Mission Ambassador, thousands of people participated in the 10‐k "Walk America" benefiting “March of Dimes,” an organization that fights birth defects.

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ISSUES: Health MEAT DANGER Date: May 1, 2006 Length: :28 Some meat companies are using tiny amounts of carbon monoxide blended with other gases to help keep meat that healthy red color longer.

ISSUES: Health SOFT DRINK SCHOOLS Date: May 3, 2006 Length: :45 To fight childhood obesity, it is agreed that sugary drinks help more than non‐diet sodas.

ISSUES: Health ADDICTED TO TANNING Date: May 4, 2006 Length: 2:16 The American Academy of Dermatology has done free skin cancer checks.

ISSUES: Health ROASTED VEGGIES TEETH Date: May 5, 2006 Length: :26 Scientists at the University of Dundee in Scotland say eggplant, green peppers and zucchini squash turn very acidic when oven roasted, harming your teeth and contributing to tooth decay.

ISSUES: Health BAD ASTHMA SEASON Date: May 6, 2006 Length: :27 The city's health department says the number of emergency room visits, for asthma symptoms has gone from 250 a day to 500!

ISSUES: Health HIV TESTING Date: May 9, 2006 Length: :22 Federal health officials say they'd like HIV testing to be as common as a cholesterol check, with guidelines applying to every American, ages 13 to 64.

ISSUES: Health FDA VS. GREEN TEA Date: May 10, 2006 Length: :24 The FDA rejected a petition from Japanese manufacturers requesting label imprints to read that green tea reduces the risk of heart disease and cholesterol. There is no scientific evidence proving such health benefits.

ISSUES: Health MEDICARE DEADLINE Date: May 14, 2006 Length: :16 With a little more than 24‐hours, Seniors are racing to sign up before the cutoff is up, for the very lowest prices on drugs, under the new Medicare prescription drug program.

ISSUES: Health WTC HEALTH REGISTRATION Date: June 1, 2006 Length: :42 The City and the Feds are doing a 20 year long study of 71‐thousand rescuers who 52

registered for a W‐T‐C study 3 years ago in order to determine any long term effects of 9/11, due to exposure of toxins and other disease patterns.

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ISSUES: Health WORMS FOR DIGESTION Date: June 9, 2006 Length: :21 Researchers at Michigan State are looking into parasitic worms to treat "inflammatory bowel disease" after discovering research patients have reported good results when feed whipworm eggs in an egg‐and‐Gatorade cocktail.

ISSUES: Health WRINKLE IN SMOKING Date: June 14, 2006 Length: :27 A new study shows that not only is smoking bad for your health but it also gives you wrinkles, causing concern for something more serious. Heavy wrinkles on a smoker's face can be an early warning sign of serious lung disease.

ISSUES: Health SALT WARNING Date: June 14, 2006 Length: :21 The American Medical Association urges the Government to require foods high in salt to come with warning labels. The group says too much salt can raise blood pressure and lead to heart disease.

ISSUES: Health HERBAL TEA WARNING Date: June 15, 2006 Length: :21 The City's Health Department is warning New Yorkers of certain herbal medicine products made in China containing high levels of lead and mercury, causing damage to the brain, nervous system and kidneys.

ISSUES: Health DOG SEIZURES Date: June 15, 2006 Length: :28 Dogs are now being used to help child diabetics. These dogs are especially trained to smell when a person's blood sugar falls dangerously low, even when they are sleeping.

ISSUES: Health GIRLS & SPORTS Date: June 21, 2006 Length: :24 A new study in California found that nearly one in five female high school athletes studied had abnormal eating habits. Medical experts want parents to keep an eye your daughters eating habits and watch for irregular or nonexistent periods.

ISSUES: Health HOUSECALL Date: July 4, 2006 Length: :31 A warning to everyone planning to take a trip to the pool or water park this summer; don't swallow the pool water. Experts say drinking dirty pool water can lead to recreational water illnesses or RWIs.

ISSUES: Health HAIR DYE CANCER Date: July 5, 2006 Length: :23 Researchers say women who use hair dye have a 26% higher risk of developing 54

lymphoma. About 10% of lymphomas in women could be due to the use of hair dyes.

ISSUES: Health E. COLI IN H2O Date: July 8, 2006 Length: :13 Citizens are being warned not to drink the water from a popular vacation destination, Fire Island, due to dangerous bacteria that can make you sick.

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ISSUES: Health AIRPORT GERMS Date: July 8, 2006 Length: :25 It's not just annoying to take your shoes off at airports, experts say, it's also dangerous. Experts took samples from several airport security checkpoints and found a type of foot mold that can cause ringworm and favus, a disease of the scalp.

ISSUES: Health KIDS AND HEPATITIS Date: July 10, 2006 Length: :35 Health experts now say one more shot should be added to the list of vaccines your children get; Hepatitis A.

ISSUES: Health HOUSECALL Date: July 18, 2006 Length: :28 A message to viewers; make sure your nail salon is clean; otherwise you can get a bacterial infection. To stay safe, don't let anyone remove your cuticles, make sure your salon sterilizes the tools for at least 12 hours, for at least 12 hours and avoid shaving your legs for 24 ‐ hours before a pedicure

ISSUES: Health HOUSECALL Date: July 18, 2006 Length: :28 According to a "consumer reports" investigation, salmon labeled “wild” may actually be farm ‐ raised. Testers bought 23 supposedly wild salmon filets during November, December and March and found that only 10 of them were actually wild. Farmed salmon tends to accumulate more PCBs than the wild, which goes for more money.

ISSUES: Health DIET SODA Date: July 19, 2006 Length: :27 Experts say artificial sweeteners affect appetite for up to 12 hours pushing us to overeat. One study found that for every diet soda participants drank, they were 65% more likely to become overweight and 41% more likely to become obese.

ISSUES: Health WEST NILE IN NJ Date: July 21, 2006 Length: :26 The New Jersey State Health Department says it found infected mosquito pools in Burlington, Hudson and Monmouth Counties. The department tested 562‐pools and 70‐birds from 20‐counties.

ISSUES: Health 11 REGISTRY Date: July 23, 2006 Length: :24 Police officers who worked at ground zero will have a new union to keep track of their health problems. The PBA, unveiled a new September 11th health registry. It lists information about some of the symptoms officers are experiencing.

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Date: July 24, 2006 Length: :43 A new machine called the “Auto Pulse,” which performs CPR on patients in cardiac arrest, is now being used in a Bronx Hospital. Our Lady of Mercy Hospital is the first in our area to use the device.

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ISSUES: Health EXTENDED DRUG LIFE Date: July 28, 2006 Length: :35 Popping some expired over the counter medications may be ok. Pharmacists say a drug may be good, far beyond its expiration date. And one politician, says that could save Americans millions of dollars

ISSUES: Health WEST NILE Date: July 29, 2006 Length: :23 The West Nile Virus has been detected on long island for the first time this summer after mosquitoes tested positive for the virus in Nesconset, Suffolk County. Nobody in the area has been diagnosed with the virus this year.

ISSUES: Health WTC STUDY Date: August 1, 2006 Length: :42 A new study about rescuers at Ground Zero finds that on average, the exposure took 12 years off their lives when it comes to breathing and lung function. Researchers at Montefiore Medical Center looked at more than 12‐thousand rescue workers and were found to have major problems.

ISSUES: Health DIRTY BEACHES Date: August 3, 2006 Length: :24 The natural resources defense reports that more than one‐thousand beaches in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut were closed in 2005 because of high bacteria levels from raw sewage runoff. That could lead to gastro‐intestinal problems, or hepatitis.

ISSUES: Health JERSEY BEACH CLOSINGS Date: August 4, 2006 Length: :26 "The Natural Resources Defense Council" says we've had fewer bacteria problems in our water, which means fewer beaches have been closed this year. There were around 1000 beach closings in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut in 2005.

ISSUES: Health 9/11 SICK WORKERS Date: August 9, 2006 Length: :24

9/11 responders who got sick after working at Ground Zero are demanding better health care. Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney says at least six 9‐11 responders have died as a direct result of illnesses sustained at Ground Zero.

ISSUES: Health TAXI DRIVERS HEALTH Date: August 12, 2006 Length: :19 400 taxi drivers from Washington Heights received free health screenings including a free HIV screening. The event was sponsored by the Ambulatory Care Network at New York Presbyterian Hospital.

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ISSUES: Health NEWARK GREEN MARKET Date: August 19, 2006 Length: :21 One New Jersey neighborhood is selling locally grown every Saturday through October. Essex County Leaders organized the market to help encourage healthy lifestyles in the community.

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ISSUES: Health WEST NILE SPRAYING Date: August 21, 2006 Length: :19 New York City officials are warning Brooklyn and Staten Island residents of a scheduled mosquito spraying this evening because of a 67 year old man from Staten Island that was diagnosed with the West Nile Virus.

ISSUES: Health ADHD DRUG WARNING Date: August 22, 2006 Length: :20 The FDA says "Dexedrine" and "Ritalin," used to treat Attention Deficit Disorder, must now include warnings about the possible risk of sudden death and serious heart problems. Users must also be warned about the risk of becoming overly aggressive, or psychotic.

ISSUES: Health WEST NILE WOMAN OK Date: August 26, 2006 Length: :25 An 82 year old woman from New Jersey is expected to make a full recovery after testing positive for West Nile Virus. Authorities are asking people to protect themselves against mosquitoes as the summer winds down.

ISSUES: Health WORK AND STRESS Date: August 29, 2006 Length: :43 Researchers found that people who worked 41‐to‐50 hours a week were 17% more likely to have high blood pressure than those who work less than 20 hours.

ISSUES: Health HEART DISEASE GENES Date: September 1, 2006 Length: :24 Researchers say they have discovered a gene “Gata Two” that could help predict if a person is a candidate for coronary heart disease. Scientists say the gene may show if a person is more susceptible to plaque buildup in their arteries.

ISSUES: Health WATER BOIL ALERT Date: September 3, 2006 Length: :11 Storm Ernesto knocked out power at a Westchester County reservoir. Officials warn anyone who temporarily lost water service or had low‐water pressure should boil their water for two minutes.

ISSUES: Health 9/11 HEALTH STUDY Date: September 5, 2006 Length: 1:28 Senator and Health Officials issued the results of the health related effects of working at Ground Zero. The research found that since the attacks almost 70% of WTC responders had new or worsened respiratory symptoms. 61% of those who had no symptoms before 9/11 developed lung symptoms while working on the toxic pile

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ISSUES: Health WEST NILE Date: September 8, 2006 Length: :20 Nassau County is reporting its first human case of West Nile. An elderly man from Rockville Center was infected last month. He was hospitalized for about a week, he is now recovering at home.

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ISSUES: Health GUILLANI HEALTH Date: September 11, 2006 Length: :35 Former Mayor says he, his wife and members of his staff could have suffered from exposure to toxic air at the Trade Center Site on 9/11. He says anyone who suffered health affects from working at the site is entitled to the same support and government assistance as families who lost loved ones there.

ISSUES: Health SLIMMING SEAWEED Date: September 13, 2006 Length: :16 Scientists are excited about an antioxidant found in Wakame, a type of brown seaweed that can help you increase your metabolism and stay slim. But researchers say they are a long way away from isolating the compound.

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2007 Health

Date: January 7, 2007 ISSUES: Health ODOR RECAP Breaking report on a mysterious gas‐like odor that is sparking concern from Midtown Manhattan to Northern New Jersey.

Date: January 14, 2007 ISSUES: Health MENINGITIS OUTBREAK Two New Jersey high school students, also members of the varsity hockey team have been infected with meningitis.

Date: February 7, 2007 ISSUES: Health WOMEN WITH HEART Several high powered women helped raise money to save the lives of thousands of women with heart disease, the number one killer of women. emceed the event honoring Patricia Butts, the first lady of the Abyssian Baptist Church and Dr. Norma Keller, chief of cardiology at .

Date: February 9, 2007 ISSUES: Health NY CERVICAL CANCER A New York Assemblywoman is pushing a potential law that will require girls aged 11 or 12 to get the new HPV prevention vaccine.

Date: February 27, 2007 ISSUES: Health RATS IN TACO BELL The health inspector of the New York City rat infested KFC/Taco Bell restaurant is being questioned by the authorities and the Health Department.

Date: March 18, 2007 ISSUES: Health PET FOOD RECALL The US Department of Health has recalled dozens of brands made by “Menu Foods” after dozens of pets have suffered from kidney failure. “Menu Foods” believe the recall has to do with the new wheat gluten they have been using. , Nutro and are among the many brands recalled.

Date: April 4, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics/Health 63

NASSAU PARK NO SMOKING Nassau County Executive, Tom Souzzi, is considering proposing a bill that will ban smoking in public parks. He also proposed a two dollar tax per cigarette pack hick.

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Date: April 8, 2007 ISSUES: Community/Health HIGH 5 A Fox 5 High 5 to a Long Island hospital whose mission is to make citizens aware of the importance to donate organs.

Date: April 8, 2007 ISSUES: Health OBESITY RATE According to a new study the number of people considered severely obese in this country up 50% between 2000 and 2005. To be classified as severely obese a person must have a body mass index of 40 or higher.

Date: April 17, 2007 ISSUES: Health HOUSECALL An onset live interview with Fox 5’s Medical Correspondent Dr. Sapna Parikh to discuss how college drinking can harm your health in your latter years, an inexpensive procedure to cure excessive sweating and a new study that shows parents how to get their kids to eat fruit and vegetables.

Date: May 2, 2007 ISSUES: Community/Health ANTI‐POVERTY A Fox 5 High 5 for the Village Banking Program, a program that concentrates on poverty around the globe. Natalie Portman joined Queen Rania Al‐Abdullah of Jordan to promote the program which was expanded to help out people in the Mid‐East now. The program allows people to open or maintain small businesses in poor areas, which in turn create jobs.

Date: May 4, 2007 ISSUES: Health NEW T.B. STRAIN A new drug resistant strain of tuberculosis has doctors worried a pandemic could take off. The strain mutated from antibiotics weren't used correctly and has now learned how to fight T.B. It killed 52 out of the 53 people infected with it over the last two years.

Date: May 24, 2007 ISSUES: Health WATER EMERGENCY Officials say the water emergency in Glen Clove is over and is now safe to drink, cook, and brush your teeth using the tap water.

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Date: June 1, 2007 ISSUES: Health TUBERCULOSIS SCARE A man diagnosed with tuberculosis flew from Europe to Montréal and then drove across the US border into New York without being stopped by a border inspector although his name was on a warning list.

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Date: June 7, 2007 ISSUES: Health BOY WITH NO FACE A 17‐year old boy from Ireland, born without a jaw, has come to a New York City Hospital where they will attempt to reconstruct his jaw and chin using a small piece from his hip bone. Due to the condition, the boy is unable to eat, breath or speak on his own.

Date: July 23, 2007 ISSUES: Health BIONIC HAND A new bionic hand is being offered in New York and a soldier injured while in is one of the first to be fitted for it.

Date: August 3, 2007 ISSUES: Health MINNEAPOLIS BRIDGE AFTERMATH Fox 5’s Dick Brennan reports live from Minneapolis on the aftermath of the collapse.

Date: August 7, 2007 ISSUES: Health/Consumer NJ BOIL WATER ADVISERY New Jersey American Water is asking residents of Warren Township, Bridgewater, Watchung and Green Brook to boil their water before using it to drink or cook. Precaution is being taken because of a power failure at a pumping station.

Date: August 15, 2007 ISSUES: Health FOX BLOOD DRIVE Fox 5 does a joint blood drive with the New York Blood Center outside the Fox 5 studio building. Blood donations are at an all time low during the months of August and September.

Date: August 18, 2007 ISSUES: Health DEUTSCHE LONGSHOT Team coverage of a fire in the Deutsche Bank building where two local fire fighters were killed. There are major concerns of whether or not the area air is contaminated with toxic chemicals.

Date: September 14, 2007 ISSUES: Health/Consumer BEEF RECALL 67

Four Westchester residents are being treated for e‐coli poisoning after eating red meat they bought from a Yonkers supermarket. The meat in question was sold between June 30th and August 1st.

Date: October 17, 2007 Time: 2:30 ISSUES: Health SUPERBUG SCARE The superbug has spread all the way to Weston, Connecticut and one student is battling his health. Many parents are now worried. Warning signs and images of what the infection looks like are given. Date: October 20, 2007 Time: 2:00 ISSUES: Health/Consumer HOSPITAL RECORDS LOST Saint Vincent’s hospital is warning patients they could be at risk for identity theft. Someone broke into their records containing personal information, insurance policy numbers and social security numbers.

Date: October 21, 2007 Time: 1:40 ISSUES: Community/Health KIDNEY WALK Fox 5’s Dr. Sapna Parikh kicks off the National Kidney Foundation Walk at Chelsea Piers along with other Fox 5 employees, including reporters Linda Schmidt, Vanessa Alfano and Mike Sheehan who also lost a family member to kidney disease.

Date: November 4, 2007 Time: :48 ISSUES: Community/Health CANCER HAIRCUTS Employees at the “Lounge Your Hair Studio” in Denville, New Jersey donated all the money made from haircuts between 12pm to 6pm to the City of Hope Foundation. This non‐profit organization helps fight cancer, HIV/Aids and other life threatening diseases.

Date: November 7, 2007 Time: 2:05 ISSUES: Community/Health BENEFIT FOR HEROES EVENT ’s Ron Corning interviews ABC correspondent Bob Woodruff at the Standup for Heroes event on the Bob Woodruff Family Fund for Traumatic Brain Injury. The event is part of the New York Comedy Festival and the money raised is to benefit soldiers injured in the war. Bob nearly died from a traumatic brain injury when the tank he was riding in struck a roadside bomb in Iraq. 68

Date: November 7, 2007 Time: :26 ISSUES: Community/Health APPLE GREETER EVENT Good Day New York’s Ron Corning and Jodi Applegate are celebrity auctioneers for the Apple Greeter Celebrity New York 2007 Cocktail and Auction Gala.

Date: December 6, 2007 Time: :40 ISSUES: Community/Health PANCREATIC CANCER EVENT Good Day New York’s Ron Corning hosts “Daytime Fights Pancreatic Cancer”; with proceeds going to the Lustgarten Foundation for pancreatic Cancer.

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Date: December 8, 2007 Time: :29 ISSUES: Health/Politics AIDS Republican presidential‐hopeful says he supports increased federal funding to find a cure for HIV/AIDS. This after telling the Associated Press in 1992 during a US Senate race that Aids patients should be isolated from the general public.

Date: December 11, 2007 Time: 2:30 ISSUES: Health/Children HOUSECALL Fox 5’s Medical Correspondent Dr. Sapna Parikh explains the benefits of getting mandatory flu shots before the beginning of the school year. She also talks about a new study regarding the accuracy of mammograms.

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2005 Children/Youth & Education

ISSUES: Children/Youth SEX OFFENDER PROTEST Date: November 3, 2005 Length: :56 Parents in Bellerose, Queens want their new neighbor out! He's a level three sex offender.

ISSUES: Education TEACHER VOTE Date: November 3, 2005 Length: :14 City teachers have approved a new contract. 63% voted in favor of the new pact which calls for a 15% pay hike over four years. But teachers will have to work longer, giving students help.

ISSUES: Children/Health Silver Ring Thing Date: November 3, 2005 Teens all over the country are wearing a ring to make a bold statement about there sex lives. Fox 5 takes a closer look at a popular new abstinence program getting a lot of attention, and causing some serious controversy.

ISSUES: Children/Youth BATTERY BURNS Date: November 3, 2005 Length: :35 A girl in West New York, New Jersey planned to wear plastic devil's horns for Halloween, but says when she tried them on the battery exploded, spewing green acid onto her neck and ear.

ISSUES: Children/Youth Outsourcing parenting Date: November 9, 2005 Length: 3:00 Parents don’t have to potty train the kids or teach them to clean their room anymore… because they can pay someone else to do it for them. Is it helping or hurting parenting?

ISSUES: Children/Youth MALNOURISHED CHILDREN Date: November 10, 2005 Length: :29 Vanessa Jackson pleaded guilty to child endangerment, and prosecutors recommended the 7 year sentence. Jackson admitted she did not provide her children with proper food or medical care.

ISSUES: Children/Youth NO HEAT AT SCHOOL Date: November 15, 2005 Length: 1:13 A report on how the school district in Marlboro, New Jersey is turning off the heat in it’s classrooms to save on expenses.

ISSUES: Children/Youth FOSTER CHILD KILLED Date: November 19, 2005 Length: :25 71

Russell Roberts is accused of beating 7 year old Sierra. She lived in foster care until she was 4 because her mother tested positive for cocaine.

ISSUES: Children/Youth ADOPTION DAY Date: November 19, 2005 Length: :18 Foster children hung out with potential mentors at the 4th Annual "Day Of The Child" Mentoring Celebration and National Adoption Day.. ISSUES: Children/Youth TOXIC TOYS Date: November 22, 2005 Length: :22 NYPIRG, the consumer watchdog group, says toymakers are still selling kits for little girls with nail polish that contains toxic chemicals like Zyelene.

ISSUES: Children/Youth Free fields debacle Date: November 28, 2005 Length: 5:00 It was supposed to be a free field of dreams for kids in Westchester but It turned into an expensive field of screw‐up for taxpayers… and one mother says it was the reason her baby girl has birth defects.

ISSUES: Children/Youth VIDEO GAMES RATINGS Date: November 29, 2005 Length: :38 The National Institute on Media and the Family says kids as young as 8 can still buy the videogames with a rating of “M” for mature. Now, Senator Joe Lieberman is getting involved. The Institute is planning a summit next year to create a new ratings system.

ISSUES: Children/Youth Track Your teens driving Date: November 30, 2005 Length: 3:00 A GP's device that can tell you where your teen’s been, how fast they were driving and even when they’ve gone too far from home.

ISSUES: Children/Youth ATTEMPTED ABDUCTION Date: December 1, 2005 Length: :39 Cops say 50‐year‐old Carlos Negron was drunk when he walked into PS 33 in University Heights when he approached a 6‐year‐old girl in the cafeteria. She screamed and he ran. The incident has parents outraged. Negron is charged with attempted and criminal trespassing.

ISSUES: Children/Youth HS STABBING FOLO Date: December 3, 2005 Length: :19 A 14‐year‐old high school student, charged with stabbing 2 other students on Long Island, has been released into his parents' custody.

ISSUES: Children/Youth KIDS WORKOUT Date: December 3, 2005 Length: 1:15 72

A story on how parents can teach their kids how to fight obesity among young children.

ISSUES: Education CURSING FINES Date: December 4, 2005 Length: :40 Students in Hartford, Connecticut are being fined $100 for cursing in school. Town officials say it's a way to restore order and discipline at schools.

ISSUES: Children/Youth SEX BUS DRIVER Date: December 7, 2005 Length: 1:10 A story about how parents in a Long Island community are outraged that the school’s bus driver is accused of rape.

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ISSUES: Children/Youth VIOLENT VIDEO GAMES Date: December 11, 2005 Length: 1:26 A report on the 10 most violent video games parents should be made aware of before buying them for their children for the holidays.

ISSUES: Children/Youth CHILD WELFARE Date: December 13, 2005 Length: :23 New York City's Welfare Agency is promising to make sweeping changes after the deaths of two foster children who were returned to their birth parents.

ISSUES: Children/Youth NY/IRAQI KIDS SURGERY Date: December 17, 2005 Length: :33 Four children from Iraq who have serious heart conditions arrived at Airport and will be treated at Montefiore Hospital in the Bronx.

ISSUES: Children/Youth COPS TOYS FOR TOTS Date: December 17, 2005 Length: :21 The Newark Police Department handed out toys to 500 kids as part of "Toys For Tots."

ISSUES: Children/Youth PAMPERED CHILD Date: December 23, 2005 Length: 2:11 A report giving advice to parents to not give in to children’s demands for every toy that they see this holiday season.

ISSUES: Children/Youth COPS GIVE GIFTS Date: December 23, 2005 Length: :19 Members of the Hispanic Law Enforcement Association dressed up as Santa Claus and gave out 200 gifts to needy children outside of City Hall. The event took some extra planning the officers handed out flyers throughout the poorest neighborhoods letting kids know about the event.

ISSUES: Children/Youth KIDS THROUGH POND Date: December 28, 2005 Length: 1:31 Two boys crashed through the ice on a pond while playing in Millburn, New Jersey, but were saved thanks to the quick response of firefighters and police officers.

ISSUES: Children/Youth DRUNK KID Date: December 28, 2005 Length: 1:41 Two Deputy Sheriffs who responded to an order of protection at a house on Long Island found an intoxicated man and an equally drunk 2 year‐old boy, whom the man was babysitting.

ISSUES: Children/Youth DANGEROUS DOLL Date: December 28, 2005 Length: :24 74

When children pull the string of a popular doll called the sky dancer, it is supposed to pirouette and fly. But the Consumer Product Safety Commission says the doll often careens out of control and could hit your kid in the face.

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2006 Children/Youth & Education

Tuesday, January 3 Attempted abduction/ ‐ 1:30 (children/youth) Now to a frightening story in Rockland county. It's the oldest trick in the book: a guy tries to lure a little girl into his car with candy! It happened in Nanuet. That's in Clarkston Township.

Friday, January 6 School sex cases up/ ‐:22 (education) The number of reported school sex cases in the city, Is up. The number of school employees guilty of sexual wrong doing is up 33‐ percent from last year. It's the third year in row the school system has seen an increase.

In 2005, the special schools investigator busted 92 teachers, aides and other school workers for inappropriate behavior with some 93 students.

Baby in garbage/ ‐ :18 (children/youth) What would you think about a teenage girl who shows up at the hospital with all the symptoms of having just given birth.. ‐‐ but without a baby! Doctors at one Jersey hospital thought the worst,.and it turns out they were right.

Roslyn sentencing/ trt‐: 20 (education) A former school administrator who pleaded guilty to stealing millions from the Roslyn School District will be forced to testify against his domestic partner.

A judge in Nassau county didn't address the law barring spouses from testifying against each other, instead he ruled former school superintendent Frank Tassone and Stephen Signorelli, Were co‐conspirators. Tassone's sentencing has been postponed until next month.

Thursday, January 12 Nixzmary Brown/ ‐ 2:02 (children/youth) The prosecutor details the last months of Nixzmary Brown's seven‐year life. She says the girl's twenty‐seven year old stepfather, Cesar Rodriguez, regularly kept Nixzmary tied to a chair for hours while he physically and sexually abused the second‐grader, and her mother, Nixzaliz Santiago, did nothing.

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Her stepfather is charged with two counts of ‐‐ intentional, and a reckless killing charge called depraved indifference. He's also charged with sex abuse, while prosecutors charged the girl's mother with manslaughter in the second degree.

In addition to the charges related to their daughter's death,. Orders of protection for their five other children.

Friday, January 13 Triple fatal fire/ ‐ :41 (children/ youth) We now know the cause of a fire in Brooklyn that killed three children. Firefighters say one of the kids was playing with butane lighter. More than 100 firefighters in Coney Island tried to save the kids from the high‐rise fire Wednesday night. Family and friends are mourning the loss. They're remembering the oldest child, 16‐year‐old Ricardo Clarke as a talented boy.

Child killers presser/ ‐ :31 (children/youth) So many people are sickened by what happened to that little girl. And tonight there are calls for stiffer punishment for people who hurt kids.

Assemblywoman Naomi Rivera, spoke out, at Bronx county court. She wants, support from the governor, To stiffen penalties, for child killers.. Just as they did, for cop‐killers.

Baby left in firehouse/ ‐ :45 (children/youth) A mother had to make a very difficult decision. But she knew she was protected under New York State’s safe haven law. It allows a woman to drop off her baby at any firehouse, no questions asked. And that's exactly what happened overnight in Yonkers.

The mother told firefighters she had six other children and was simply unable to care for another one. Firefighters say she was shaking and upset. She told them the baby was just four hours old.

The baby boy was transferred to a hospital where he's listed in good condition.

Missing teen ‐ :18 (children/youth) Police are also asking for your help, to find a missing teenager. Fourteen year old, Christopher lee‐so‐ho, was reported missing, early Thursday evening.

Christopher is Hispanic, about 5 and a half feet tall with brown hair and brown eyes. He also wears glasses, and is said, to have "a‐d‐d." If you know anything, please call police.

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NYC troubled school ‐ :24 (education) Some troubling news for New York City schools. The state's education commissioner added 10 schools to the list of "most troubled."

There are now 61 schools statewide and 40 of them are New York City public schools. Educators will need to show big changes in test scores to avoid a shakeup. The schools could also be closed. But there's some good news, the state took three New York City schools off the list.

Humphrey career day/ ‐:25 (children/youth) Some students in New Jersey got to hear what it's like to do the weather on television,. From fox five's own Tracey Humphrey. She spoke to students at the Martin Luther King Junior School in Newark.

They discussed careers in broadcasting and journalism,. As well as the "big brothers/ big sisters" program which Tracy knows a lot about because she's a big sister.

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Wednesday, January 25 Boy crisis/ ‐1:59 (children/youth) Three decades ago, girls were falling behind their male counterparts. Now the tables have turned. What's happened now is that boys are starting to fall behind especially poor boys and boys of color their scores have started to decline. And it's not just boys from the inner cities.

It's happening in all economic levels of society throughout the U.S. So why are boys falling to the bottom of the academic barrel?

Well one thing is that teacher student ratio have grown so in many ways its a larger class size also schools have gotten bigger and traditional supports that supported young boys in schools have fallen away.

"there's a lot of good science now to suggest that boys and girls in fact are very different, their brains mature at a different rate and they have different kind of brain chemistry not to suggest that one is more intelligent than the other, but just that they learn differently and they have different aptitudes.

Some New York City high school students we caught up with disagree with the findings. Educators might not know all the stats, but they know the problem is real and needs to be fixed.

Disney and porn/ ‐ :16 (children/youth) One of the tips experts give, to check your child's internet use, is to go to the history button on your computer. When a local woman did just that, she realized, her children had mistakenly gotten a shocking eyeful‐ links to triple x porn, by just a few misplaced keystrokes.

Thursday, January 26 Staten Island peeping tom / ‐ :38 (children/youth) A high school janitor accused of being a peeping tom is still in custody tonight after failing to make bail. Conte was arraigned on Staten Island but also faces charges in Brooklyn and on long island.

Police say they found videotapes at his Staten Island home, Showing naked children. Authorities found a hole in a bathroom of the Brooklyn school where he worked. Parents can't believe the spying is that easy? Conte is also accused of videotaping an acquaintance in Suffolk County.

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A new DOT report is raising questions about the chain of events that led to the deaths of two Jersey city police officers whose car plunged off an open drawbridge. The report cleared the two bridge operators on duty. But it questions why the first two cops on the scene didn't make it clear to officers Robert Nguyen and Shawn Carson that the bridge deck had been lifted.

The report also asks whether Nguyen and Carson as well as the other officers were tested for drugs and alcohol.

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Saturday, January 28 Camp fair/ ‐ :25 (children/youth) Summer camp seems a long way off. But today some organizations were making sure kids with special needs will get their fun in the sun when the time comes.

A camp fair was held on the upper west side to tell parents about summer programs for kids with disabilities. There are more than 300 of them. If you missed the fair, But want more information on the programs log onto "resources n y c dot org."

Highway birth way/ ‐ :29 (children/youth) A special delivery along a highway in . Rebecca and Dan Young, Were on the way to the hospital Thursday to welcome their fourth child. But the baby just couldn't wait. With the help of a 9‐1‐1 dispatcher. Dad delivered "Jackson Oliver Young" right there in the car on route 33.

Mother and baby are doing fine.

Monday, January 30 Jersey City new born/ ‐ :45 (children/youth) Police in Jersey City think they've found the mother who abandoned her premature newborn. The woman is eighteen years old. Police are not saying who she is yet, but we do know she's accused of leaving her baby boy in the entryway of an apartment building.

Cops say the mother will be arrested when she's released from the hospital. The baby weighs just four pounds. He's doing o.k. he's in the custody of the new jersey division of youth services.

Harlem boys choir/ ‐ :42 (education) The boys choir of Harlem. Is without a home tonight. The famous choir was evicted from the building in Harlem that it's called home for more than a decade.

The city says, it kicked out the choir after it failed to prove that it was *recovering* from a five million dollar debt. Mayor Bloomberg says it seems harsh but choir officials were given ample notice.

The choir's board of directors released a statement saying it hopes the department of education will reconsider its decision.

Nine month old death/ ‐ 1:30 (children/youth) Michael Hampton is describing the emotions that caused the father of nine month old Libya to put this huge hole in the door of the bathroom in which the baby apparently drowned. 81

Friday, February 3 Teacher arrested / ‐ :28 (children/youth) A queens teacher is under arrest tonight, after police busted him in a park with a teenage boy. Cops say, William Piccione was picked up after two officers from the 112 precinct observed him fondling a 13 year old boy in McDonnell park in forest hills.

Police say, the boy told them he had been sexually abused during sleepovers at the speech teacher's home. Piccione is charged with sex abuse in the second degree and endangering the welfare of a child.

Sunday, February 5 Sex abuse psych/ ‐:21 (children/youth) A long island school psychologist faces felony charges for having sex with a teenager. Forty‐five year‐old Diane Demartini‐Scully was arraigned yesterday in Suffolk County on 3rd‐degree rape charges.

She's accused of having sex with a 16 year‐old boy on several occasions at her home in Mattituck. Demartini‐Scully also faces charges in North Carolina where she visited the boy after he moved.

School changes/ ‐ :32 (education) There are big changes in the city's school system. There are now two different dismissal times depending on your child's grades. Students making the grade have a school day that's 10 minutes shorter. Struggling students get an extra. 37‐ and‐ a‐ half minutes.

Two thousand kids must attend the extra tutoring. A lot of parents say they're dealing with siblings who have two different dismissal times.

Sexy billboard/ ‐ :22 (children/youth) A sexy billboard has some parents red in the face in North Bergen, New Jersey. The ad is for the hustler club. It sits near the Lincoln tunnel. The problem is it overlooks a school and a lot of parents are pretty upset about that.

The company that put up the sign says it'll look at its contract and see what its options are.

Choking game/ ‐ :49 (children/youth) A meeting for parents in Connecticut after a 12‐year old boy died playing a choking game. Evan O’Connor was a seventh‐grader at Scofield Magnet Middle School in Stamford. He died Friday night.

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His father says he was playing a game in which kids purposely cut off the flow of oxygen to their brains. They experience a head rush when oxygen is restored.

Experts say parents should keep an eye out for blood‐shot eyes. Frequent and severe headaches, And unexplained marks or bruises on the neck

Bronx child burned/ ‐ :25 (children/youth) A couple from the Bronx charged in connection with the scalding of a child is in jail tonight. "Yolanda Rodriguez" and her boyfriend "Francis Viera" were arraigned on child endangerment charges. They could not make bail.

Police say the woman’s daughter who’s 2 year old fell into a tub of hot water Sunday and was burned. Detectives say the couple didn't get her medical treatment. Their next court date is in two weeks.

Friday, February 10 Starved boy/ ‐ :19 (children/youth) It was a shocking case of child abuse, Four adopted brothers found starving in new jersey. The oldest boy.. Nineteen years old weighed only about 45‐pounds. Now, more than two years later he got to face the woman he says abused him.

Saturday, February 11 Nixmary lives march/ ‐ :23 (children/youth) A community, in Brooklyn, is making sure, the memory, of little Nixzmary Brown, remains alive. The "Nixzmary lives forever committee" marched today, in bed‐study trying to increase awareness about child abuse.

Nixzmary was found abused and beaten to death, at her home, last month. Marchers say everyone has a responsibility to report child abuse.

The community rally passed through the block where Nixzmary lived. Her stepfather is accused of murdering her.

Low graduation rates/ ‐ 1:16 (education) The dropout rate in city high schools may be even worse than the grim picture being painted by the Bloomberg administration.

Mayor Bloomberg concedes that only 54 percent of students graduated after four years which is slightly more than half. But that figure is almost ten per cent higher than statistics released by the state education department.

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Cellular towers trt/‐ :43 (children/youth) Can you hear us now? The catchy phrase about cell phone reception isn't what some parents want to hear. Those parents and students from Saint Mel's school in queens rallied against cell phone antennas today.

They want the two dozen sprint and Nextel antennas on top of their school removed. Parents and students say they're afraid of the health risks. Officials at "sprint" say their antennas meet and exceed federal safety levels. But that doesn't convince some parents.

The priest that runs Saint Mel's parish says he's gotten legal assistance to help the school reach a deal with the cell phone companies.

Friday, February 17 Harlem boys choir /‐ :22 (education) A judge will decide today whether the Harlem boys choir can move back into its rehearsal space. The department of education evicted the group from its long time home at the end of last month.

The city says the choir missed a deadline to make administrative and financial changes. Lawyers for the choir say the group is entitled to use the space until June.

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Parents vs. The mayor/ ‐ :49 (education) Some parents in Tribeca are upset with Mayor Bloomberg and this morning they’re going to rally in front of city hall. They say the mayor broke his promise to build a new elementary school.

Parents of kids who go to p‐s 2‐34 say they agreed to allow construction of a luxury building in their neighborhood in exchange for the new school. The mayor has already held a groundbreaking for the high‐rise.

And parents say now that he got what he wanted he's backing out of building the school. The mayor says you can blame Albany for not providing state funding for the school.

But parents say the agreement was never contingent upon state money.

Monday, February 20 /‐ :27 (children/youth) Stopping child abuse before it happens. There are calls to give New York City access to the state's domestic violence registry.

The city's "administration for children's services" cannot check the database for incidents of violence in foster and adoptive homes.

Public advocate has asked a state committee to introduce legislation. Giving a‐c‐s access to the registry.

There are more than one‐thousand reports of child abuse in foster care each year in New York

Cops and child welfare trt/‐ :43 (children/youth) The n‐y‐p‐d says it's in danger of being overwhelmed by child abuse cases, after that young girl from Brooklyn died‐ Nixzmary Brown was found dead last month beaten and tortured. She was 7‐years old.

Police commissioner Kelly told a city council committee that police response units in child abuse cases are being worn too thin. Commissioner Kelly says social workers are now in the habit of asking for police assistance even when it's not needed.

Teen free leg / ‐:28 (children/youth) A local prosthetics company wants to help a teenager who lost his leg in a bad accident. 19‐year old Andrew Tsai was hit by a van walking to school on Monday in Fresh Meadows, Queens. Andrew lost his right leg, And his left leg was partially severed. now, the director of "nouveau prosthetics and orthotics".. 85

Hip hop lesson/ ‐1:53 (education) These days it seems there is nothing "too cool for school". Never mind math and history, at Ossining high school kids are learning everything from Beethoven to the beastie boys. And not from any ordinary teacher.

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Shaken baby/ ‐:21 (children/youth) The death of a four month old from long island is now considered a homicide. The baby's father.. JOSEPH PERRI, Accused of shaking and killing the little boy. He was charged with assault earlier this week, When doctors told police, Baby Gabriel had injuries consistent with shaken baby syndrome. Now that Gabriel has died, Police say, The charges will be upgraded.

Sunday, March 5 Childhood obesity /‐:31 (children/youth) Researchers predict, today's children, will be the first generation, with a lower life expectancy, than their parents! A study, estimates, by 2010, just under, half, of kids, in north and , will be overweight. that's up, from 28‐percent.

Europe's, not far off.. About 38 percent, expected, to become overweight, there. Researchers say, these kids, are at risk of heart disease and stroke. The study, appears, in the international journal, of pediatric obesity.

Kids TV ADHD TRT25 (children/youth) A new report suggests t‐v is not linked to attention deficit disorder in children after all. The tech university study contradicts previous reports that watching t‐v increases the risk of attention problems in children.

Researchers looked at five‐thousand American children over a two‐year period.

Got breakfast /‐:24 (children/youth) Two ex‐presidential candidates are asking school kids if they've "got breakfast?"

Former senators and George McGovern helped kick off a national campaign in Newark this morning.

They want to urge parents to take advantage of free breakfast programs for their children. the men urged the students at Belmont Runyon elementary school to eat breakfast every morning.

They told the kids eating breakfast will help them perform better in class.

NYC high tuition/trt‐:27 (education) Tuition, at some private schools, in New York City, has gotten so out of control, It's actually, cheaper, to pay for an Ivy League education!

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By comparison, tuition at Harvard, for the 2005/ 2006 year costs, under 29‐thousand bucks.

At Yale, it's about 31‐thousand.

Experts blame the demand for private schools, on failing public schools.. And chalk up, the prices, to the high cost of living, in New York.

ISSUES: Children/Youth AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH Date: April 1, 2006 Length: :24 April is Autism Awareness month and the group “Autism Speaks" and "Build‐A‐Bear Workshop" invited families affected by the disease to build special bears sporting the autism purple pin at their midtown store.

ISSUES: Children/Youth KIDS IN CARS Date: April 3, 2006 Length: 2:19 There are more than a quarter million toddlers who cannot fit into a standard car seat.

ISSUES: Children/Youth SESAME STREET FLAP Date: April 4, 2006 Length: :49 A group of parents and doctors are not happy with the new DVD’s aimed at children under two because they believe children at this age should not be watching television. The creators say they are meant to be watched by parents and children together.

ISSUES: Children/Youth HOBOKEN CURFEW Date: April 7, 2006 Length: :14 Hoboken wants to end it early by imposing a 10pm curfew and those who violate this curfew will first get a warning, following a $1000 fine paid by parents if they are caught again.

ISSUES: Education TERROR LAWSUIT Date: April 8, 2006 Length: :20 A New York student who's SAT scores were judged all wrong has filed suit. The suit targets the exam board and testing company, inviting others who were wronged to join the suit.

ISSUES: Children/Youth YONKERS HOME ALONE Date: April 12, 2006 Length: :23 A 3 year old boy was left home alone by his 21 year old mother for 4 1/2 hours and has now been charged with endangering the welfare of a child.

ISSUES: Children/Youth SCHOOL WALK‐OUT Date: April 12, 2006 Length: :26 88

More than 200 students at a Park Slope School left school to protest School Safety Officials seizing cell phones in the past week which has made students up to 45 minutes late for class.

ISSUES: Children/Youth NIXMARY LATEST Date: April 16, 2006 Length: :25 The 3 caseworkers fired in the wake of the Nixzmary Brown tragedy are fighting to get their jobs back by appealing their cases to an arbitrator. Police say Nixzmary's stepfather beat her to death in January, even after City Workers were tipped off to problems in the family.

ISSUES: Children/Youth NJ School Lunches Date: April 17, 2006 Length: :25 The new Law Governor Corzine just signed enables parents to prepay for school lunches, keeping students from using their lunch money to buy junk food from vending machines while in school.

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ISSUES: Children/Youth SCHOOL THREAT RUMMER Date: April 19, 2006 Length: :22 Without taking a chance, Westfield High School in New Jersey was patrolled by Police after hearing rumors of a planned shooting on the anniversary of the Columbine disaster.

ISSUES: Children/Youth NYPIRG PLAYGROUND Date: April 20, 2006 Length: :35 Out of 148 playgrounds in New York, The New York Public Interest Research Group, has proven 12 of them to be extremely dangerous with problems like inadequate protective surfaces, unsafe swings and

ISSUES: Children/Youth NASSAU SMOKING LAW Date: April 23, 2006 Length: :25 Nassau County is cracking down on teen smoking by passing a bill that will rise the age of buying cigarettes from 18 to 19.

ISSUES: Children/Youth AMBER ALERT ARREST Date: April 25, 2006 Length: :13 A group of so called babyfaced kidnappers is behind bars after being accused snatching A girl off the street.

ISSUES: Education SCHOOL SEARCHES Date: April 26, 2006 Length: 1:39 The NYPD has begun searching schools at random using portable metal detectors and scanning devices to find weapons on students.

ISSUES: Children/Youth PROM DRVING BAN Date: April 26, 2006 Length: :16 To promote a safer prom, Ridgewood, New Jersey School District announced a no‐drive policy for prom‐going students, forcing them to rely on limo or bus drivers over 25

ISSUES: Children/Youth ONLINE SEX ARREST Date: April 28, 2006 Length: :34 19‐year‐old, Eric Fisher was busted after trying to entice an undercover Suffolk County Cop posing as a 13 year old girl to have sex. Fischer has also been accused of previously raping a 16 year old girl.

ISSUES: Children/Youth SEX STING Date: May 1, 2006 Length: :14 A guy drove more than a hundred miles and cops say it was all because he was hoping to meet up with a child.

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ISSUES: Education TEACHER/CELL PHONE Date: May 2, 2006 Length: :25 A protest lead by students 2 weeks ago about cell phone bandage in schools has convinced the Teacher’s Union, who has sided with their students believing it is necessary due to safety concerns.

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ISSUES: Children/Youth SAFETY AGENT ARREST Date: May 6, 2006 Length: :22 An off duty NYPD School Safety Agent has been suspended after two 13 year olds say he exposed himself while sitting in his car. He has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child, public lewdness and harassment.

ISSUES: Education ANTI‐TEACHER SITE Date: May 8, 2006 Length: :30 The controversial website sconex.com has forced High School officials to monitor the website for signs of impending trouble.

ISSUES: Education MATH TEACHER ASSAULT Date: May 10, 2006 Length: :44 Police arrested a teacher at a Middle School in the Longwood section of the Bronx for allegedly getting into a fight with a student.

ISSUES: Education CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Date: May 11, 2006 Length: :34 Numerous private schools have joined forces with Martyr Schools in several Brooklyn neighborhoods.

ISSUES: Children/Youth BULLY BEATING Date: May 13, 2006 Length: 1:39 A young teenage boy is in a coma after he decided to defend his brother from bullies.

ISSUES: Children/Youth POSSIBLE DROWNING Date: June 3, 2006 Length: :23 After a 2 year old slipped into a neighbor’s backyard pool, CPR was performed and the toddler was rushed to the hospital.

ISSUES: Children/Youth 3 YEAR OLD ABDUCTED Date: June 4, 2006 Length: :12 The person suspecting of kidnapping little Brandon Aponte from the Bronx is a child herself.

ISSUES: Education JAIL BREAK Date: June 6, 2006 Length: :27 Thomas Everett, a city teacher, was convicted of stealing tried to take a break from work to go serve prison time. School officials say they didn’t know about his conviction.

ISSUES: Children/Youth VIGIL LITTLE LEAGUE Date: June 10, 2006 Length: :46

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A 12 year old is in a coma in New Jersey after a line drive smacked in the chest while playing a baseball game. Doctors said the impact stopped his heart and he suffered oxygen loss which could lead to brain damage.

ISSUES: Children/Youth HITLER YEARBOOK Date: June 13, 2006 Length: :13 Two students from Long Island added quotes from Adolph Hitler’s book to their year book.

ISSUES: Children/Youth ACS SCAM Date: June 14, 2006 Length: :20 ACS supervisor, Evelyn McCoy, has been busted on theft and mail fraud charges for allegedly stealing foster care checks. The Feds say, McCoy and her accomplice, Marvin Dunlap stole more than $66 thousand from the agency.

ISSUES: Education HIGH TECH CHEATING Date: June 16, 2006 Length: :18 Professors say students are sneaking in portable e‐mail gadgets, like sidekicks, camera cell phones and to ace exams. One study claims three out of four students say they've cheated.

ISSUES: Children/Youth PARTY CRACKDOWN Date: June 19, 2006 Length: :23 If someone underage drinks in your home‐‐ you could be doing some time. The Long Beach City Council has come with a proposal that says adults who host teenage parties and liquor is served could face fines of up to $500 and 15 days in jail.

ISSUES: Children/Youth POSSIBLE DROWNING Date: July 3, 2006 Length: :31 Witnesses say a big wave knocked 18‐year old Trevon Gidding under water at Rockaway Beach yesterday afternoon. Witnesses say high winds were stirring up choppy waters at the time Gidding went under water.

ISSUES: Children/Youth FLU AND KIDS Date: July 7, 2006 Length: :35 A new study found that three out of four kids admitted to the hospital weren't properly diagnosed with the flu because symptoms are so similar. Doctors say all children between 6 months and 5 years be vaccinated each year against influenza.

ISSUES: Children/Youth MENINGITIS SCARE Date: July 11, 2006 Length: :25 Health officials are worried that two women, who saved a baby with mouth to mouth resuscitation, may have contracted meningitis. The sick little boy collapsed inside of a 93

"Costco" in Bridgewater last Friday, but died a few days later. Now the Bridgewater Health Department is trying to find the good Samaritans so they can be tested.

ISSUES: Children/Youth SKYFOX Date: July 17, 2006 Length: :20 A young 9 year old girl was critically hurt by a car on Staten Island. Police say the girl ran into the street chasing after her dog. The girl was taken to St. Vincent's Hospital and is now under cardiac arrest. Cops say the driver of the car will not be charged

ISSUES: Children/Youth STRUCK BY LIGHTNING Date: July 22, 2006 Length: :20 Two teens were struck by lightning and are in cardiac arrest in Montvale, New Jersey. Paramedics rushed to the scene at West Grand Avenue at Memorial Field.

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ISSUES: Children/Youth LIGHTNING STRIKE Date: July 23, 2006 Length: :45 Two teens were killed, when struck by a bolt of lightning last night during a sudden rain storm on a field at Montvale Memorial School, New Jersey.

ISSUES: Children/Youth NJ GIRL MISSING Date: July 26, 2006 Length: :27 Police in New York and New Jersey are searching for a missing 18 year old girl, Jennifer Moore, who vanished after partying in a Chelsea nightclub. Jennifer wandered off from a car pound, where she went with a friend to pick up their car.

ISSUES: Children/Youth LURING KIDS Date: July 27, 2006 Length: :18 A predator is trying to snatch children off the street. The suspect tried to lure several children into his car in the Florham Park area in New Jersey.

ISSUES: Children/Youth 2 YEAR OLD DOA ARREST Date: July 29, 2006 Length: :20 A 2 year old little girl from the Bronx was pronounced dead after being hospitalized with a head trauma and there after falling into a coma. Police have charged the mother’s 29‐year‐old boyfriend, with assault.

ISSUES: Children/Youth AMERICA’S MOST WANTED Date: July 29, 2006 Length: :21 "America's Most Wanted" host John Walsh was honored at the around the 25 year anniversary of his son’s murder. President Bush, signed, "the Adam Walsh child and protection safety act,” which creates stricter rules for sex offenders:

ISSUES: Children/Youth BRUNO GRANDDAUGHTER Date: July 30, 2006 Length: :23 The grand‐daughter, of New York Senate Majority Leader, Joseph Bruno is missing. The 20 year old, 5’10 blonde weighs 110 pounds and was heard from on Wednesday.

ISSUES: Children/Youth BOGUS BOMB THREAT Date: July 31, 2006 Length: :14 A jeweler, who was allegedly looking for revenge against his former business associates, is arrested after reporting a bogus plot to bomb the subways.

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The city's public pool at the Highbridge Play Center in Washington Heights was packed with kids. Under the Mayor's heat emergency order, city pools stay open until eight on days where the temperature exceeds 95‐degrees.

ISSUES: Education SCHOOL VANDAL SOUGHT Date: August 7, 2006 Length: :44 Someone intentionally plugged up sinks then turned on the water at a New Jersey school, which threatens their opening in time for the first day of classes. They caused extensive flood damage. In Long Island, vandals also set fire to an elementary school, causing damage to several classrooms. There are no suspects arrested in either case. ISSUES: Children/Youth CIRCLE LINE INJURY Date: August 11, 2006 Length: :41 A Circle Line Tour Boat was attacked when some kids started throwing stones from the University Heights Bridge shattering glass and cutting a little girl. The little girl was sent to Saint Vincent’s Hospital and will be okay.

ISSUES: Children/Youth KNICKS CITY KIDS Date: August 13, 2006 Length: :25 400 young female and male dancers got a chance to try out for the "Knicks City Kids" open auditions. A few lucky ones will join the Knicks squad and dance at the season opener in November.

ISSUES: Children/Youth SCHOOL ILLNESS Date: August 17, 2006 Length: :27 Pediatricians encourage students not to share foods and frequently wash their hands to prevent school sickness. Otherwise, parents are told to wait 12‐24 hours before sending their child back to school.

ISSUES: Children/Youth HOME ALONE Date: August 18, 2006 Length: :17 Two young children were found alone fending for themselves in a long island apartment. A real estate agent was showing the home when she found the kids.

ISSUES: Children/Youth TEEN FAKES JOURNALIST Date: August 20, 2006 Length: :50 18‐year old, Ryan Leli used phony credentials to get into the Shea Stadium Clubhouse and meet his idol, former Mets catcher, Mike Piazza. Lee‐lie was arrested for fraud and trespassing.

ISSUES: Children/Youth FRESHMAN 15 Date: August 20, 2006 Length: :23 Universities and colleges across the country are starting workshops to help students plan meals and avoid poor eating habits. More campuses are also offering healthier 96

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ISSUES: Children/Youth BOY SHOOTS HIMSELF Date: August 24, 2006 Length: :20 A 13 year old Long Island boy shot himself in the hand with his father's gun that he found in loaded in the trunk of the family car. The teenager is okay, but his father was arrested.

ISSUES: Education NO SUICIDE AT COLLEGE Date: September 2, 2006 Length: :23 Hunter College is abandoning its 3‐year‐old so‐called suicide policy, as part of a legal settlement. Under the old policy, an attempted suicide was a violation of a student's housing contract, and hunter locked them out of the dorms. Mental health advocates say these policies discourage students from getting any help.

ISSUES: Education NO SUICIDE AT COLLEGE Date: September 2, 2006 Length: :23 An 8‐years‐old from Connecticut was summons to duty. The government was able to find her name after when her parents paid taxes on a college fund. Officials say, this happened 2 thousand times in 2004. 97

ISSUES: Children/Youth 11 YEAR OLD STRUCK Date: September 4, 2006 Length: :20 Police say an 11 year old boy was walking his bike down the street, when he was hit by a car in Brooklyn. He was taken to Brookdale Hospital in critical condition. Police are still investigating.

ISSUES: Children/Youth CHILD PENN STATION Date: September 6, 2006 Length: :29 Long Island Railroad says a 4 year old little girl slipped between the train and platform, and fell down onto the tracks. Luckily, the train was not moving and the MTA Police pulled her to safety.

ISSUES: Children/Youth IPOD LIGHTNING Date: September 6, 2006 Length: :16 A teenager was struck by lighting while listening to an I Pod. Researchers say chances of this happening again are about 1 in 280 thousand.

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2007 Children/Youth

ISSUES: Children/Youth NEW YEAR’S BABIES The very first baby of 2007 was born at the stroke of midnight weighing at six pounds five ounces. A baby boy was delivered at Woodhull Hospital ten minutes past midnight.

ISSUES: Children/Youth SCARLET FEVER DAYCARE Two children from a Newark, New Jersey day care center have been infected with scarlet fever. The center has no plans to close as of yet.

Date: February 28, 2007 ISSUES: Children/Youth 2‐YEAR‐OLD IN TRAIN A little boy from Queens, New York rode the seven train alone after he escaped from his mother’s hands while in the subway. The boy was fine and later returned to his mother by a good Samaritan.

Date: March 6, 2007 ISSUES: Students/Youth STUDENTS SUSPENDED “V” WORD Three students from John Jay High School were suspended this week after saying the “V” word during an open mike night.

Date: April 25, 2007 ISSUES: Children/Youth/Health HIGH 5 BALLERINA GIRLS A Fox 5 “High 5” for a school in Bayside Queens that gives girls with neuromuscular diseases, like Cerebral Palsy and Spinabifida, dancing lessons. Studies show people with these kinds of diseases cannot walk without assistance.

Date: May 1, 2007 ISSUES: Children/Youth SCHOOL BUS SCARE A police pursuit ends in a serious school bus scare.

Date: May 3, 2007 ISSUES: Children/Youth TWO YEAR OLD KILLED A two year old is accidentally killed by his mother as her car was rolling backwards in her driveway.

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ISSUES: Children/Youth TERROR MOUSE A Mickey Mouse look‐a‐like cartoon character called Farfur teaching kids how to be future terrorists. The group Palestinian Media watch says the program is indoctrinating children to hate Israelis and Americans.

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Date: May 7, 2007 ISSUES: Children/Youth/Education KIDS TV VIEWING A study finds teenagers who watch TV for three or more hours a day may have a higher risk of attention and learning difficulties.

Date: June 2, 2007 ISSUES: Community/Children/Youth ERNIE’S BOOK READING Fox 5’s was in Macy’s reading and signing his new book, “Ernie and the Big Newz.” The first in a series of book Ernie will be write is about a boy who follows his dream of becoming a news reporter with his first assignment being the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Part of the proceeds for this book is going to the “Make‐A‐ Wish” Foundation.

Date: June 7, 2007 ISSUES: Health/Children/Youth ASBESTOS IN NJ SCHOOL The Bangs Elementary School in Asbury Park, New Jersey is shut down until Monday after testing positive for asbestos.

Date: August 7, 2007 ISSUES: Children/Youth/Health INTERVIEW: DR. SAPNA PARIKH A special segment with Fox 5’s Dr. Sapna Parikh on the effects of using cartoon DVDs to teach their children how to talk, compare caffeine in energy drinks to coffee and caffeine and the safest amount of caffeine a child is able to have in a day.

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Date: March 12, 2007 ISSUES: Education EARLY GRADE ENROLLMENT Dozens of parents camp out in front of a prestigious Brooklyn elementary school so their children can qualify for early admission.

Date: April 1, 2007 ISSUES: Education/Government/Politics BEDBUG SCHOOLS Queens Assemblyman, Mike Gianaris is proposing a bill notifying parents when there a bedbug outbreak in City Public Schools. Cases of bedbugs in schools have more than doubled since last November.

Date: April 10, 2007 ISSUES: Education IMUS UNPLUGGED Team coverage of the Rutgers Girls Basketball team press conference addressing the racist remarks said about them by radio host Don Imus last week. The girls agree to meet with Imus and forgive his comments.

Date: August 3, 2007 ISSUES: Education WOMEN EARN MORE A Queens College study finds that women of all educational levels from ages 21 to 30 living in New York and other large cities are earning more money than men.

Date: August 21, 2007 ISSUES: Education CITY SCHOOLS GRADUATE RATE With only 50% of city high school students who graduate in four years, the city department of education is opening more than two dozen transfer schools providing intense remedial courses. The program will target an estimated seventy‐thousand students who are at risk of dropping out.

Date: September 4, 2007 ISSUES: Education ARABIC SCHOOL OPENS A specialized Arabic education school opened in Brooklyn. It teaches Arabic language and culture.

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SOLAR HOUSE Fox 5’s Brett Larson reports on an energy efficient solar house built by architecture students from the New York Institute of Technology. The house will compete in the Solar Decathlon national competition.

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Date: October 1, 2007 Time: 1:10 ISSUES: Education/Community COLLEGE WALKOUT Artists, activists and students across the country walked out of class at noon today in support of the Jena 6, who are accused of beating a white student for making racial slurs. Lehman College in the Bronx was one of many where students took part.

Date: October 17, 2007 Time: 1:15 ISSUES: Community/Education PENCIL Fox 5’s Rosanna Scotto, Christina Park, News Director Scott Matthews and the station’s General Manager, Lew Leone participate in PENCIL’s Principal for a day program and report on the educational outreach program.

Date: November 1, 2007 Time: :24 ISSUES: Community/Education POLICE HERO AWARDS Fox 5 anchor Ernie Anastos emcee the Police hero Awards to benefit the New York City Police Museum Children Education Fund. Also in attendance to this prestigious event was Fox 5 and My9 Vice President and General Manager Lew Leone and Fox 5 reporter Lisa Evers.

Date: November 5, 2007 Time: :45 ISSUES: Education SCHOOL REPORT CARDS New York City has released the “School Report Cards” for all schools. It rated each school with a letter grade from A to F to help schools, students and parents see what needs improvement. District 26 in Queens had the highest school average score and District 10 in the Bronx had more grade "A" elementary and middle schools than any other district.

Date: November 12, 2007 Time: :21 ISSUES: Education/Community FASHIONABLE TASTE OF NY Good Day New York’s Mike Woods and Inez Rosales and Fox 5’s Tech and Environmental reporter Brett Larson emcee the Ayuda for the Arts A Fashionable Taste of New York. The organization sponsor Hispanic children.

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2005 Minority Issues:

ISSUES: Minority Issues GIANT STADIUM/MUSLINS Date: November 1, 2005 Length: :28 Five Muslim men say they were profiled and unfairly detained at a Giants game at Giants Stadium.

ISSUES: Minority Issues 100 BLACK MEN OF NY Date: November 10, 2005 Length: :39 A black tie awards dinner hosted by the group "100 Black Men" honored Mets Manager and former Yankee Willie Randolph along with Sean Combs and Jazz man Wynton Marsalis. 100 Black Men encourages kids to pursue their dreams through their mentoring, tutoring and scholarship programs

ISSUES: Minority Issues RACIAL PROFILING/GIANTS Date: November 11, 2005 Length: :42 A complaint was filed by several Muslims who were questioned after praying inside Giants Stadium. Now, four more men who were at the same game say they were profiled and detained by security and the FBI.

ISSUES: Minority Issues MUSEO DEL BARRIO Date: December 5, 2005 Length: :22 Ground was broken on the $13.5 million expansion plan for El Museo del Barrio in . El Museo del Barrio is the city's only museum dedicated to Puerto Rican, Caribbean and Latin American art work

ISSUES: Minority Issues BEST BUY LAWSUIT Date: December 9, 2005 Length: :31 Six former and current employees of Best Buy are suing the retailer or discrimination. The group claims the company purposefully overlooks women and minorities for top jobs as part of culture catering to white men.

ISSUES: Minority Issues MINORITY AGAINST THUGS Date: December 25, 2005 Length: :45 Several minority groups in the City are angry that Mayor Bloomberg used the word 'thuggishly' to describe actions by union leaders during the transit strike. The Transit Workers Union is made up mostly of minorities.

ISSUES: Minority Issues MENORAH VANDALIZED Date: December 25, 2005 Length: :22 A Menorah display was vandalized outside a train station in Baldwin, Long Island for the second year in a row.

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Wal‐Mart control/ ‐ 1:21 (minority issues) Wal‐Mart's website directed shoppers who were looking to buy "planet of the apes" or "Charlie and the chocolate factory" DVDs to consider buying films with African American themes.

In the case of the cult t‐v classic "planet of the apes" ‐‐ customers who clicked on that ‐‐ ‐ was routed to four other movies,. All about famous black Americans,. Martin Luther King Junior, Tina Turner, Boxer Jack Johnson and actress Dorothy Dandridge.

Wal‐Mart says it's keeping its "cross selling" system down until the problem is resolved. This idea of grouping titles is used by many retailers like ‐ dot com and Barnes and Noble dot com, Plug in the name of a movie you want ‐‐ and the system comes up with the name of several other "similar items" you might like.

Wal‐Mart‐‐ who told us they were heart‐sick and horrified that this happened‐‐‐ doesn't know how or when the problem arose.

Equal justice presser/ ‐:36 (minority issues) Frustrated moms, rallied to fight, injustice, they say, they face, in family court. The women say, they're discriminated against, in divorce and child custody cases.

So, city council members are asking chief judge, Judith Kaye, to open an investigation, into the allegations. One mother, who just recently, regained custody, of her children, says, the family court system, is corrupt.

The city council members, are also asking, that judges and attorneys, be more sensitive, to women of color.

Aids risk in black community/ ‐ :30 (minority issues) New data, from the city's health department shows: 1 in 5 black men, between the ages of 40 and 49, has HIV. Or AIDS. Black women account for 34 percent, of new AIDS cases. While more "new" cases, are diagnosed in Chelsea, central Harlem is close second

Black men are 6 times, more likely to die of the virus, than white men. Health experts say access to care and the stigma of aids keeps many , from seeking treatment.

Stand against / ‐ :32 (minority issues) A family on long island was almost kept away by vandals. Their house in north valley stream was spray‐ painted with racist graffiti on Martin Luther King day.

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The burke family hadn't even moved in yet. Neighbors have been reaching out to them ever since welcoming them to the community.

Roy burke says, “Racism wasn't going to stop them from moving in.” Cops have *not* found the vandals yet.

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Anti‐Semitic graffiti /‐1:30 (minority) Sharon Joseph’s mother survived the horrors of the holocaust. So, when she saw three swastikas spray‐painted on the side of the Pelham parkway Jewish center. The site literally made her sick.

Hate has now hit the same synagogue twice with the past year and its hurt people in a community known more for its diversity rather than adversity. But just as hate started to cause hardship, good Samaritan appeared to remove the signs of repulsion.

FDNY discrimination/trt‐ :25 (minority) The f‐d‐n‐y is feeling the heat from a lawsuit by one of its own. Lanaird Granger is suing the New York City Fire Department for racial discrimination.

Granger says firefighters placed a hangman's noose on his personal gear last year. Granger works at engine company two‐thirty‐eight in green point, Brooklyn where he says racism is commonly displayed.

Fire officials say they're aggressively investigating the case and anyone found involved will be held accountable.

Racist campus TV/ ‐1:30 (minority) A campus t‐v show has some at a college in Westchester County in an uproar. The host says he was just trying to get back at a rival. But what he did, That sparked threats. He appeared in blackface as a joke.

Taxi discrimination /‐:29 (minority) The city has settled a class action lawsuit filed by cab drivers accused of discrimination. Hundreds of cabbies had their licenses suspended or revoked as part of a crackdown on taxi drivers who wouldn't pick up passengers based on race. It started in 19‐99 after actor Danny Glover filed a complaint. a judge ruled the policy was unconstitutional. About 500 drivers will get about 121 dollars for each day they were suspended. Drivers whose licenses were revoked will get an additional 26‐thousand dollars.

ISSUES: Minority Issue IMMIGRATION Date: April 1, 2006 Length: 2:00 The demonstrators protesting the proposed bill called H‐R 4437 that would make illegally entering the country, go from misdemeanor to felony. It would also turn anyone who employs a so‐called illegal into a felon, subjecting them to up to 20 years in prison.

ISSUES: Minority Issues NYC BLACK POPULATION Date: April 2, 2006 Length: :16 108

The New York Times reports in 2004 the City had 30,000 fewer Black residents than in 2000, which means more people are leaving the city than arriving. The decline is the first since 1863.

ISSUES: Minority Issues ESPOSITO APOLOGY Date: April 7, 2006 Length: :16 A Hasidic man who was pulled over for admittedly talking on a cell phone while driving received an apology from NYPD Chief of Department Joseph Esposito for the anti‐ Jewish slur that was said during the incident.

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ISSUES: Minority Issues STUDENTS WALK Date: April 10, 2006 Length: :28 Students from a local Brooklyn High School walked out of class to rally themselves against the Immigrant Bill, coming together in Children’s Grove Park.

ISSUES: Minority Issues IMMIGRANT RALLY Date: April 23, 2006 Length: :37 The immigration debate made its way to the streets of Newark when thousands marched protesting the Bill that will make illegally entering the country a felony, punishable by jail time.

ISSUES: Minority Issues HOLOCAUST VIGIL Date: April 23, 2006 Length: :32 "Never forget" was the theme at the annual gathering of remembrance. Thousands gathered at Hunter College to commemorate the murder of 60000 Jews in the Holocaust, with nearly 2000 survivors attending the ceremony.

ISSUES: Minority Issues RACIST FLOAT Date: April 28, 2006 Length: :31 Mayor Giuliani fired 2 fire fighters and 1 police officer who were riding a racist float after appearing on a Queens cable channel in 1998.

ISSUES: Minority Issues MAY DAY PROTESTS Date: April 28, 2006 Length: :50 Immigration rights activists are encouraging immigrants and their supporters to show their power by, staying home from work, school, and showing their economic might by not making purchases on May 1st.

ISSUES: Minority Issues GAME OF HATRED Date: April 29, 2006 Length: :16 A game of hatred was released at a time when the topic of immigration is so hot and controversial. Displaying disturbing images, some people are calling it “entertainment,” while others say it's racist propaganda.

ISSUES: Minority IMMIGRATION Date: May 1, 2006 Length: 2:07 Hundreds of thousands of immigrants moved out of the shadows and showed their strength in numbers during the nationwide protests.

ISSUES: Minority Issues ANTI‐SEMITIC FLYERS Date: May 6, 2006 Length: :34 People living in West Hartford woke up to find anti‐Semitic flyers on their front lawns.

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ISSUES: Minority IMMIGRATION DEBATE Date: May 11, 2006 Length: :30 Republican and Democratic Senate leaders have worked out an agreement that would revive the bill‐‐ which could give millions of illegal immigrants a chance to become US Citizens.

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ISSUES: Minority Issues SIKH BACKLASH Date: May 13, 2006 Length: 1:40 A security officer at a Jewish Community Center in Plainview, Long Island was fired after refusing to search a garbage can for a suspicious package that was thrown out.

ISSUES: Minority Issue GAY MARRAIGE Date: June 3, 2006 Length: :09 President Bush supported a proposed Constitutional Amendment that would ban gay marriage, causing New Yorkers to call for equal marriage rights for same sex couples.

ISSUES: Minority Issues GAY MAN ATTACKED Date: June 10, 2006 Length: :17 A well‐known entertainer and prominent member of the gay community is the victim of was jumped by a group of thugs, as he left a bar and is said to be a victim of a .

ISSUES: Minority Issues GAY BASHING MARCH Date: June 17, 2006 Length: :36 A group of angry marchers give a message for the guys accused of beating up the gay singer and drag queen performer Kevin Aviance. The performer was attacked last weekend after leaving a gay bar in the East Village.

ISSUES: Minority GAY MARRIAGE RULING Date: July 5, 2006 Length: :23 The State's Court of Appeals is expected to rule on the legality of same sex marriages. If the court rules in favor of gay marriage, New York would become the second State in the country to uphold same‐sex unions.

ISSUES: Minority RACIST GRAFITTI Date: July 27, 2006 Length: :18 An Asian ‐ American family, from Bridgewater, New Jersey woke up to find their home plastered with swastikas and racial slurs. Police are investigating the incident as a bias crime. So far, there are no suspects.

ISSUES: Minority RALLY VS HATE CRIME Date: August 17, 2006 Length: :42 People gathered outside of town hall in queens to condemn the brutal beating of four Asian American teens. Police say two white men, charged with hate crime assault, screamed racial slurs then hit them repeatedly with a metal club.

ISSUES: Minority ARABIC T‐SHIRT Date: August 30, 2006 Length: :31 112

An Arab human rights activist is considering legal action, after he was banned from boarding a plane at JFK for allegedly wearing a "t‐shirt" that said "we will not be silent"‐ ‐ spelled‐out in both English and Arabic.

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ISSUES: Minority BLACK GAY BILLBOARD Date: August 22, 2006 Length: :41 Members of the city's gay community are launching a new ad campaign in Harlem showing black gay men at work and at play, in hopes to reduce bias attacks on gay people. The idea is to show that gay people live in all city neighborhoods.

2007 Minority Issues

Date: February 1, 2007 ISSUES: Minority Issues MTA AND BLACK HISTORY In celebration of Black History Month, the MTA is giving Metro Card users discounts in more than 100 stores and restaurants in all five boroughs.

Date: February 19, 2007 ISSUES: Minority Issues FIRST NJ CIVIL UNIONS New Jersey has become the third state to legally allow same sex civil unions, but some homosexual couples are pushing to get official marriage licenses.

Date: June 5, 2007 ISSUES: Minority/Community ERNIE SALSAS Ernie Anastos gets into Parade festivities by taking salsa lessons with instructors from Ballet Hispanico in New York City.

Date: June 6, 2007 ISSUES: Minority/Community LYNDA NAD MOM TOUR Fox 5 and My9 anchor gives viewers a tour of her old neighborhood in the Castle Hill section of the Bronx in recognition of her Puerto Rican heritage.

Date: June 9, 2007 ISSUES: Community/Minority/Sports COTTO INTERVIEW Good Day New York Weather Authority Mike Woods interviews the Puerto Rican Miguel Cotto on his possible win of the Welterweight Championship against Brooklynite Zab Judah.

Date: June 10, 2007 ISSUES: Minority/Community PUERTO RICAN PARADE 114

Fox 5 and My9 were the exclusive broadcasters of the 50th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade. This is considered the largest and most populated parade in New York City.

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Date: July 10, 2007 ISSUES: Minority FACE OFF A Face‐Off segment with Niger Innis from the Congress of Racial Equality to discuss whether or not it will be sufficient to symbolically bury the “N” word in order to stop people from using it.

Date: October 5, 2007 Time: :40 ISSUES: Minority BURIAL MONUMENT A burial ground where the remains of hundreds of African slaves found in lower Manhattan now has a 20‐foot high marker. A ceremony was also held in their honor.

Date: November 2, 2007 Time: :24 ISSUES: Government/Minority MAYOR VS. SPITZER LICENSE Former New York City Mayor, is against Governor Elliott Spitzer’s controversial proposal to issue driver licenses to illegal immigrants. Bloomberg believes they should only be issued to those who have a right to have them.

Date: November 16, 2007 Time: :38 ISSUES: Minority 100 BLACKS PRESSER Members of the group “100 Black Men in Law Enforcement Who Care” are accusing Commissioner Ray Kelly of backing the shooting of a Brooklyn teen who was assumed to be carrying a gun. The teen was in fact carrying a hair brush and now the group is calling for a private investigation in the shooting.

Date: October 6, 2007 Time: 1:45 ISSUES: Community BLACK GIRLS ROCK AWARDS Fox 5’s Lisa Evers is honored by Black Girls Rock, Inc. at the 2nd Annual Black Girls Rock Awards for extraordinary community Service. Actress Gabrielle Union describes how great and necessary it is to recognize those people who work every day to make a difference in our community.

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2005 Crime/Law Enforcement:

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement HOME INVASION Date: November 1, 2005 Length: :38 Another home invasion in Long Island. Police say a couple thought Halloween revelers were knocking on their door. They say three guys pushed their way in, tied the couple up and stole cash and jewelry.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement GAS STATION FRAUD Date: November 2, 2005 Length: :23 Police say attendants at a Getty Station in Baldwin, Long Island would give customers less gas than they paid for.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SCHOOL ZONE PROTEST Date: November 4, 2005 Length: :36 Dozens of parents and children turned out for a rally on Mill Road in Valley Stream where a 15 year old girl was badly injured by a hit and run driver.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NYPD HANDHELD DEVICE Date: November 9, 2005 Length: :21 The NYPD is testing 200 electronic handheld devices over the next six months. They allow cops to retrieve thousands of records on the spot.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement ROSLYN SCANDAL Date: November 11, 2005 Length: :42 Former business manager Pamela Gluckin admitted to stealing more than a million dollars from the Roslyn School District.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement KNIFE POINT Date: November 12, 2005 Length: :26 A man is wanted for attacking women at knife‐point in the South Bronx. He follows the victims onto an elevator when they're alone. He then pulls out the knife and robs them of their money and jewelry.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement DWI ARREST FOLO Date: November 13, 2005 Length: :36 Jennifer Grabowski, the 19 years old Long Island teen who is accused of drinking and driving when her SUV crashed and her friend was killed, was arrested again for trying to break into her impounded SUV!

ISSUES: Crime/law enforcement Innocent in Prison Date: November 14, 2005 Length: 4:00 117

The drama in Prison break revolves around an innocent man behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit… Tonight hear the true story of a man who spent 20 years behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement EGG TOSSING CASE Date: November 15, 2005 Length: :32 Four 17 year olds are facing charges after turning themselves in to Nassau County Police. Cops say the teens were driving in a silver hummer through Woodbury and pelted an egg at a 13 year old boy on Halloween. ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement Genuine Gems or Junk Date: November 16, 2005 Length: 4:00 A well known national retailer sells jewelry it claims set with genuine gemstones… in a national undercover investigation we test the stones and expose the so called gems as junk.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement ROWDY FANS Date: November 16, 2005 Length: :26 The City Council passed a new law allowing for jail time for rowdy fans and increased fines up to $25 thousand.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement MT. VERNON FIGHT Date: November 18, 2005 Length: :22 Mount Vernon High School had to be shut down after police say at least four fights broke out among students. It all started with one fight in the cafeteria, then it turned into a free‐for‐all.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SAFEST COMMUNITY Date: November 21, 2005 Length: :33 The town of Clarkstown in Rockland County has been rated one of the safest in the nation. while the most dangerous city is Camden, New Jersey.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement Online heist Date: November 22, 2005 Length: 4:00 Is your money safe in an online account? Could a bad guy steal thousands from you and get away with it? It happened to one guy… and that’s why he turned to Fox 5.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement GIFT CARDS FOR DRUGS Date: November 26, 2005 Length: 1:01 A story on how drug gangs are accepting holiday gift cards in order to launder money.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement GUARDIAN PATROLS Date: November 28, 2005 Length: :21 118

The Guardian Angels are now patrolling the Ironbound Section of Newark to try to end a recent crime spree.

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2006 Crime/Law Enforcement

Sunday, January 1 Cop hit by DWI car / ‐ :19 (crime/law enforcement) A suspected drunk driver, plowed into an officer, at a DWI checkpoint. It happened on the grand central parkway. The officer is in stable condition, tonight, with a leg injury.

The driver was arrested. Denise Messner, apparently, couldn't even get her own name straight ‐‐ police say, she gave them, several aliases, before, they figured out, her real name.

Monday, January 2 Murder rate/ ‐ :21 (crime/law enforcement) The murder rate in New York City was way down in two‐ thousand‐ five. There were five‐ hundred‐37 homicides last year. That's the fewest in 42 years.

And dozens less than two‐ thousand‐ four. When there were five‐ hundred‐ 72 . Despite the drop, New York still remains the American city with the most murders, Followed by and .

Wednesday, January 4 Yonkers dispute/ ‐ :49 (crime law/ enforcement) Investigators in Yonkers are looking into a deadly shooting outside a bar, After an off‐ duty officer was stabbed. It involved off‐duty n‐y‐p‐d cops and a young man too young to drink legally.

The cops went to Rory Dolans pub after their shift ended at two‐ am. They apparently intervened when Peter lee was making trouble and was tossed out. But outside the bar .. Lee pulled a knife and stabbed an officer, that’s when the sergeant fired..

Lee ended up dying. He was 20 years old. The officer who was stabbed is recovering. We're told lee had a long arrest record.

Lack of police rally/ ‐ :36 (crime/law enforcement) Calls tonight for more police to patrol the streets of Staten Island. Residents rallied in new Springville for more cops to keep up with the borough's booming population.

But NYPD officials say Staten Island has an adequate police presence, And plans for a new precinct are already in the works.

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Protestors pointed to the NYPD’s operation impact, which focuses on high crime neighborhoods as another reason for additional cops.

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Thursday, January 5 Drug seizure money/ ‐:27 (crime/law enforcement) Police in New Jersey are investigating a potential drug operation. After finding piles and piles of cash in a house, officers in Passaic County responded to a burglar alarm at a house in Haledon, And found all this cash ‐‐ 549‐thousand dollars.

They also found money counting machines and say a police dog, Sniffed out the scent of drugs. No one was home but officers seized the money and are trying to track down the people who live there.

Monday, January 9, 2006 attacks/ ‐ :40 (crime/law enforcement) Cops are on alert after two armed robberies in central park. The first happened at 106th street and the other at Bethesda fountain. Police say at about six last night two young men mugged a 63‐year‐old man at 106‐Th Street and east drive.

A few hours later, Five young men pointed a gun at a 53 year old man near the fountain at 72nd street. They punched and kicked him before taking his money, phone and watch.

People in the area are on edge. Both victims are okay

Hampton murder folo/ ‐ :29 (crime/law enforcement) A bombshell in the case of the murdered Hampton’s millionaire could crush a convicted killer's chance for an appeal.

Christopher Parrino admitted in court today that he rode with Daniel Pelosi to Ted Ammon's East Hampton home the night the banker was murdered. He says Pelosi later ran from the home, Saying he had killed Ammon.

Pelosi had claimed he was visiting his sister at the time. He was convicted and is in prison. Parrino pleaded guilty to hindering prosecution and is expected to get six‐months behind bars.

Wednesday, January 11 Angry residents/ ‐ 1:25 (crime/law enforcement) People who live in one community on long island are angry over the silence of their police force. They want to know why the department didn't warn them about a killer breaking into homes in North Babylon.

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Angry residents/ ‐ 1:25 (crime/law enforcement) People who live in one community on long island are angry over the silence of their police force. They want to know why the department didn't warn them about a killer breaking into homes in north Babylon.

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Saturday, January 14 Village /– :14 (crime/law enforcement) A brutal rapist who attacked a woman right inside her apartment is still, on the loose. It happened, in the west village, Wednesday morning.

Cops say the suspect followed the woman home, robbed her, and then raped her. The victim, is 21‐years old. Cops could use your help. If you recognize the man in the sketch, Please call police.

Monday, January 16 Village rape arrest/ ‐ :48 (crime/law enforcement) Police say they've caught a rapist who attacked a woman in her apartment. Tonight they arrested 19‐year Donre Richardson from Brooklyn.

They say he followed a woman into her west village apartment last week and attacked her. They released a sketch of the man they were looking for last week. Tonight Richardson faces a number of charges.

Tuesday, January 17 Bronx super killed/ ‐:22 (crime/law enforcement) Still no arrests in the bizarre murder of a Bronx building super.. John Kelly was taking down Christmas lights Sunday night when he was shot in the back of head. It happened right in front of his building on Bruckner boulevard.

The 43‐ year‐ old fell from the ladder and died about an hour later. Right now there are no suspects in the case.

Wednesday, January 18 Identity theft ring / ‐:44 (crime/law enforcement) A guilty plea in a massive scheme that targeted your identity. Paul Mendel of Albany pled guilty to conspiracy to transfer false I‐d documents. The feds say he was part of the group "shadow‐crew dot‐com" based in jersey.

They're accused of stealing more than a million and a half credit card numbers. One security expert says this group is extremely computer savvy.

Here's how you can protect your credit: don't have too many credit cards, make sure no one is looking over your shoulder when using your credit card or a‐t‐m, if you're worried.. Don't use them.

Thursday, January 19 S. I. Home invasion/ ‐ :19 (crime/law enforcement) 124

A terrifying home invasion happened on Staten Island and SkyFox HD was over the Mariner's Harbor Section when it all went down.

Police say three men wearing masks pushed a teenager inside her house asking her to show them where the money was kept.

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Friday, January 20 Delivery worker presser/ ‐ :40 (crime/law enforcement) The family of a delivery man critically hurt by an accused drunk driver wants justice from "Vasean's law." the wife of Wei‐Guo Chen says her husband is essentially brain dead.

He was delivering Chinese food in queens Wednesday when an s‐u‐v crashed into him. The driver was charged under "Vasean's law" with assault and driving under the influence:

The law creating the *stricter* punishments for DWI deaths was named after little "Vasean Alleyne". He was killed by a drunk driver.

Saturday, January 21 Home health aid theft/ trt‐:20 (crime/law enforcement) She was supposed to be, caring for a blind woman, now, she's accused, of stealing from her. Twenty –six year old, Cindy Seujattan was a home health care aide. Now, she's charged with grand larceny.

She's accused, of stealing nearly $100,000, from her 72‐year‐old, blind patient! Police say, she made several unauthorized withdrawals, from the victim's bank accounts, beginning, last may, and continuing through December.

Sunday, January 22 busted/ ‐:17 (crime/law enforcement) A gang that apparently believes in democracy got busted for it!!! Police say 63 Latin kings took over Highland Park in east New York, Kicking out regular folks. The reason: they were electing a new leader.

Police rounded up the bunch on weapons charges and unlawful assembly. They're being arraigned tonight.

Sunday, January 22 Bed bug legislation ‐:37 (government/politics) There's good reason, to take the expression, "don't let the bed bugs bite" seriously. Those little mites, are back.. In a big way. Bed bugs, are attacking, in every neighborhood. Councilwoman, gale brewer is backing legislation, to ban the sale, of old mattresses and stop, new mattresses, from being transported, next to old ones.

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Tuesday, January 24 Braunstein rants/ ‐ :15 (crime/law enforcement) We're learning new details about a suspect's life on the run. Peter Braunstein is accused of posing as a and sexually assaulting a female co‐worker on Halloween.

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Sunday, January 22 Bed bug legislation trt‐:37 (government/politics) There's good reason, to take the expression, "don't let the bed bugs bite" seriously. Those little mites, are back.. In a big way. Bed bugs, are attacking, in every neighborhood. Councilwoman, gale brewer is backing legislation, to ban the sale, of old mattresses and stop, new mattresses, from being transported, next to old ones.

Doctors say, it's important to know, how to deal with the bugs, fast, Because, they spread quickly:

Latin kings busted/ trt‐:17 (crime/law enforcement) A gang that apparently believes in democracy got busted for it!!! Police say 63 Latin kings took over Highland Park in East New York, Kicking out regular folks. The reason: they were electing a new leader.

Police rounded up the bunch on weapons charges and unlawful assembly. They're being arraigned tonight.

Tuesday, January 24 Braunstein rants/ ‐ :15 (crime/law enforcement) We're learning new details about a suspect's life on the run. Peter Braun stein is accused of posing as a firefighter and sexually assaulting a female co‐worker on Halloween.

Now a judge has ordered his court papers opened.

Thursday, January 26 Restaurant / ‐ :37 (crime/law enforcement) The search is on tonight for some restaurant robbers on long island. It happened last night in Westbury. Nassau police are looking for two men who robbed a friendly's restaurant on old country road while customers were being served. Cops say the suspects were armed and dangerous

Friday, January 27 Fire shoplifter/ ‐ :36 (crime/law enforcement) Cops say a veteran shoplifter in Harlem had a fiery technique, But her success caught up with her.

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They say it shows her setting fires in stores like H&M and Old Navy, All as a distraction to steal clothes.

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Saturday, January 28 Bronx cop shooting/trt ‐ :22 (crime/law enforcement) Police have identified the man who was killed during a wild shoot‐out with the n‐y‐p‐d. Kevin Leo stumbled on cops who had raided an after‐hours club in the Bronx. Police say the man shoved a sergeant and then tried running away. After a short chase, Police say Leo turned around and shot at them three times. Cops fired back. They say Leo was wearing a bullet‐proof vest.

Monday, January 30 Charles Scharz hearing/trt‐ :30 (crime/law enforcement) A judge says the feds should decide if a former city cop should be released from prison early. Charles Schwarz is serving a five‐year sentence in the Abner Louima case.

The former officer was found guilty of lying to authorities, but avoided conviction on charges he violated Louima's civil rights. Schwarz was accused of holding the Haitian immigrant down while another officer sodomized him with a broomstick. His lawyers say prosecutors promised to seek a reduction in Schwartz's sentence if they didn't talk about the case.

Wednesday, February 1 Cop shot/ trt‐:39 (crime/law enforcement) A new law aimed at cop‐shooters is being put to use. The law allows suspects to be charged with aggravated attempted murder of a police officer.

The first person to be charged is Damian Henry. Henry was shot at by cops outside a Brooklyn nightclub after he allegedly shot at them and threatened to open fire in the club.

The new law was approved quickly in part because of recent cop shootings. Anyone convicted faces a term of 20 and 40 years behind bars.

Thursday, February 2 Williamsburg rapist/ ‐ :22 (crime/law enforcement) The man police say is behind a string of sex assaults in Brooklyn is in custody tonight. Police arrested "Gerard Mitchell", This afternoon. cops have been passing around this sketch of the rape suspect. They say he raped and robbed three women over the last couple of months in Williamsburg, And wore a devil mask yesterday during his latest attack.

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Monday, February 6 Real time crime center/ ‐ :40 (crime/law enforcement) A new high‐tech crime lab is proving to be so successful; the city is already expanding it. The "real time crime center" at one police plaza opened last July.

It's staffed around the clock and gives detectives in the field instant information to help them solve crimes. The 11‐million dollar center is all computerized. At first the center dealt with murders and shootings.

Now, it will be expanded to include other serious crimes like rape, robberies, , and missing person cases.

Wednesday, February 8 Staten Island stabbing ‐ :26 (crime/law enforcement) Four teens are under arrest for a brutal stabbing. One of them is the grandson of Staten Island James Molinaro.

Cops say 17‐year old Steven Molinaro and his friends beat and stabbed 14‐year old Richard Orloski in a schoolyard in Staten Island on Saturday.

Cops say the teens thought Orloski stole a cell phone. If convicted, they face up to 25 years behind bars. Orloski is still in the hospital in stable condition.

Saturday, February 11 Tainted juice/ ‐ :25 (crime/law enforcement) For the 2nd time this week cops, in Connecticut, are investigating, a possible case of tainted juice. The latest incident temporarily shut down a c‐v‐s in Darien. Workers found bottles that had been tampered with. So far no word if the juice was laced with anything.

But last Sunday, 40 people at a church in Darien became, sick after drinking tainted grape juice purchased, at that same c‐v‐s! Police, are still trying, to identify, the substance.

Tuesday, February 14 Computer sex sting/ ‐ :22 (crime/law enforcement) Police on long island arrested two dozen men in an internet sex sting. Suffolk county police say the men thought they were communicating with a child, but were in fact e‐ mailing a police officer.

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They say the undercover cop posing as a teen‐ager arranged to meet the men at a house that police set up as a trap. One of the men arrested is a US army lieutenant colonel.

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February 16 Subway attack/ ‐:50 (crime/law enforcement) Police need your help catching the group of guys who beat up a man at a subway station on the lower east side. They attacked a 45 year old man entering the "f" train subway station at east Broadway last week. they say the suspects kicked and punched the man before pushing him down the stairs.

Cops released these surveillance pictures hoping someone will recognize the attackers. They were all wearing black jackets, black hats, and jeans. Two of them appear to be between 14 to 18 years old. The third is between 17 and 20 years old.

Right now, the victim is in Bellevue hospital in critical condition. If you have any information please call crime stoppers at 1‐800‐577‐tips.

Sunday, February 19 Gun trafficking /‐ :34 (crime/law enforcement) Over one hundred guns heading straight for our streets were diverted into safer hands. The NYPD's "operation tripod" intercepted the 116 guns.

Police Commissioner Ray Kelly says it's the biggest gun ring bust he can remember. Cops seized the stash in a major raid at a construction site in Jamaica, Queens but the guns came from Ohio: They arrested two local guys. A third suspect is still on the run.

Wednesday, February 22 Jersey most wanted /‐ 1:15 (crime/law enforcement) Bad guys and gals who stalk the streets of Jersey City beware. Your jail cell is only a phone call away and the caller doesn't ever have to give their name, just the important information about dangerous criminals.

The hotline works 24 hours a day and all information will be recorded by a detective then sent to the proper police command for further investigation. Cops need the public's help in capturing guys like Jams Mc Adams wanted for a carjacking and Quinton Blackmon who's been identified as an armed robber.

Friday, February 24 Bone scandal folo/trt‐:38 (crime/law enforcement) A story that sounds like a bad horror movie. Four men arrested for operating a ring of stolen body parts. Michael Mastro‐Marino owns "bio‐medical tissue services". Prosecutors say he partnered with the owner of a Brooklyn funeral home to steel bones, tissues and skin, From more than a thousand cadavers.

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the food and drug administration shut down bio‐medical tissue services earlier this month. And prosecutors expect more arrests.

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Wednesday, March 1 Crime unit/trt‐:37 (crime/law enforcement) One county in New Jersey is getting a helping hand with its police work. The crime scene unit, For the Essex county prosecutor, Has taken flak for problems with evidence collection and analysis.

Now it's getting almost a million dollars from the state's "seized assets fund", For a new, state of the art crime lab in orange:

Also, for the next few months, the state police will help the unit improve the way it investigates crimes.

Friday, March 3 Gun shredded/trt‐:33 (crime/law enforcement) One long island police department has a new way to get confiscated guns off their hands.

Every year, Suffolk county police nab about 15‐hundred firearms, Getting them off the streets.

But it's become costly to haul them all the way to to be melted down. Now they have a brand new hydraulic shear gun shredder. The machine rips guns to pieces, all of those gun parts will then be recycled, Making more money for the county.

Saturday, March 4 Music crime fighting/trt‐:25 (crime/law enforcement) How does "Beethoven, the crime fighter" sound? Classical music could soon be a new weapon in one city in Connecticut.

People who live near a crime‐ridden park in Hartford, Want to play classical music to annoy drug dealers and drunks. a local activist got the idea form successful programs in Florida, Canada, and Australia.

The activist says crime dropped by 40‐percent in some parks in west palm beach, Where classical music was played over loudspeakers.

Monday, March 6 Jogging bandits /‐:37 (crime/law enforcement) Cops say they've busted the bold bandits.. Preying on runners on long island. Police say these three men would use credit cards stolen from people who were exercising or taking part in road races.

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Then they'd go into their cars.. And steal a credit card or two.. Leaving the wallet behind.. So the owner wouldn't notice anything.

The stolen cards were immediately used at electronic and home improvement centers.

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Thursday, March 9 NYPD abuse/ ‐:26 (crime/law enforcement) The city's civilian complaint review board charged three ranking n‐y‐p‐d officers , With misconduct during the 20‐04 republican national convention.

The groups say a lieutenant and a sergeant , Verbally abused the public and improperly threatened arrests.

The panel also found a deputy chief arrested a woman without proper cause. The board recommended mild punishment , But Commissioner Ray Kelly has the final say. A spokesperson for Kelly says he will not disciple the officers.

ISSUES: Crime ELEVATOR ROBBER Date: April 6, 2006 Length: :28 The armed robber, Monard Jenkins was caught earlier tonight because a good Samaritan called the cops and identified his face after watching surveillance video shown on Fox‐5 News.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NYPD POLL Date: April 13, 2006 Length: :25 According to a Poll, 72 % of voters approve of the way the NYPD is doing its job. 83% says New York is a safe place to live.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NYPD CAM DEBUT Date: April 18, 2006 Length: :25 The Neighborhood of Bushwick in Brooklyn is the 1st of 500 surveillance cameras to be installed throughout the 5 boroughs.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement HATE CRIME SENTENCING Date: April 24, 2006 Length: :41 25 year old Brooklyn native, Steven Pomie has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for brutally beating his gay neighbor for no apparent reason.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement GUN SUMMIT PRESSER Date: April 25, 2006 Length: :17 More than a dozen Mayors from across the country are meeting in Manhattan today for the first‐ever "national gun summit," hosted by Mayor Bloomberg.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement DRUGS SMUGGLED Date: April 26, 2006 Length: :22 The city has busted a group of jail workers, accused of smuggling drugs and cell phones to jail inmates.

ISSUES: Crime NICHOLAS MUNUCCI TRIAL 137

Date: June 1, 2006 Length: :15 Nicholas Minucci, the man accused of beating a black man in Howard beach, Queens last year came face to face with his alleged victim.

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ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement IMETTE FAMILY DIPLOMA Date: June 2, 2006 Length: :20 Imette Saint Guillen, the John Jay student who was murdered in February will be remembered when her family accepts her diploma on her behalf.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement WOMAN KILLED BY BUS Date: June 2, 2006 Length: :12 A tragic accident has claimed the life of a woman in Queens when she was hit and killed by a city bus. The driver said he never saw her.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement CHILD STABBED DIES Date: June 3, 2006 Length: :15 A Brooklyn baby is dead and while the mother is in the hospital, police may have caught the man responsible for the brutal attack.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement HOME INVASION STABBING Date: June 4, 2006 Length: :36 An elderly couple was stabbed in their own homes after a stranger knocked on their door asking for pen and instead stole $300 and stabbed the couple. Both individuals are stable condition.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement 9/11 MASKS Date: June 5, 2006 Length: :48 A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of more than 8,000 firefighters, police officers and private workers who say they were exposed to toxic substances at or near ground zero.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement MOTHER SHOOT Date: June 5, 2006 Length: :42 Police in Brooklyn are hunting down a trigger‐ happy gunman who shot and wounded a mother trying to save her son from a fight with several other guys.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement 3 YEAR OLD ABDUCTION Date: June 5, 2006 Length: :28 Little Brandon Aponte is home with his family after being missing for several days. His alleged kidnapper, a 13‐year‐old girl, is now in the custody of the department of justice and has a date in court later in the week.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement PLAYMATE VS NYPD SUIT Date: June 6, 2006 Length: :11 A former playboy playmate claims a "pat‐down" by some New York Cops was anything but "proper."

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BROOKLYN RAPIST Date: June 7, 2006 Length: :17 139

Police are searching for a Brooklyn rapist who is said to have raped a beauty salon worker at her job who was taken to the hospital in serious condition.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement TERROR SUSPECT Date: June 7, 2006 Length: :26 A queen’s man and terror suspect wanted by prosecutors in New York is under custody, as he was preparing to board a flight to Pakistan.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement PORN CLOWN ARREST Date: June 7, 2006 Length: :21 Cops say a New Jersey clown and nurse’s aide, Walter Human was caught with child on his computer. He is now arrested and charged by the ocean county prosecutor.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement HOOKERS BUSTED Date: June 8, 2006 Length: :38 Five prostitutes on Long Island were arrested after being caught by Nassau County cops, running a sex ring and hooking up with their customers using craigslist.com.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NY FIREFIGHTER Date: June 8, 2006 Length: :25 Ryan Hogan, a former Brooklyn firefighter, posted lewd photos of himself on the internet to lure a woman posing as a 14 year old girl will be on probation for 5 years.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SEMINARY FOLO Date: June 9, 2006 Length: :22 The FBI and Cult Experts have joined Police in the hunt for those who vandalized religious statues at St. Joseph’s Seminary in Yonkers on Tuesday, 6‐6‐6.

SSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BOUNCER INDICTED Date: June 10, 2006 Length: :22 Stephen Sakai, has been indicted on murder charges for a shooting spree outside a Chelsea Nightclub, where he shot 4 people and killing one. He faces, 25 years in prison, if convicted.

ISSUES: Crime YELLOW CAB FATAL MVA Date: June 11, 2006 Length: :16 A 20‐year old female dies after falling out of her cab in the West Village. Reasons for the accident are unknown.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement CHURCH PARTY CAR ACCIDENT Date: June 11, 2006 Length: :39 140

After leaving a sweet 16 party in Staten Island, a car plowed into a group of teens and two of them are in critical condition. Police say the driver stayed at the scene of the accident and probably won't be charged.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement CORRECTION VS LATIN KINGS Date: June 11, 2006 Length: :26 The Correction Department's Hispanic Society pulled out after 30 years of marching at the Puerto Rican Day Parade once they learned the Latin Kings would be marching right in front of them.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement TIRES SLASHED Date: June 11, 2006 Length: :27 Dozens of Brookylnites woke up to find out they weren't going anywhere after learning their tires were slashed. Cops are saying this is a possible anti‐Semitic hate crime.

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ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement VICTIMS LAW Date: June12, 2006 Length: :46 The sister of murdered college student Imette Saint Guillen is lobbying in Albany for better security at bars. "Imette's Law" would require security cameras at the entrances of any place in New York that serves liquor.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement MORNINGSIDE ACCIDENT Date: June 13, 2006 Length: :22 Police say, a man was hit by a truck that was crossing 125th street at Morningside Avenue during rush hour. While the victim died a short time later, no arrest was made.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FLASHLIGHT GUN Date: June 13, 2006 Length: :19 Recently Police found a gun in the Bronx that looked like a flashlight.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SUBWAY STABBINGS Date: June 14, 2006 Length: :14 The man police say "stabbed" 4 people in a 12 hour period was caught after an attack in Times Square.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement WAREHOUSE INFERNO Date: June 15, 2006 Length: :30 The man arrested for the Green Point Warehouse fire was charged with and , facing 15 years in prison.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SUSPICIOUS FRE HEARING Date: June 15, 2006 Length: :31 The City Council demands answers from the "FDNY" at a City Hall hearing for the dozen arson fires in crown and prospect heights since December.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SERIAL RAPIST MEETING Date: June 16, 2006 Length: :42 Police are still searching for a man who raped a 49 year old woman last month and a 23‐ year‐old mother at the Millbrook Houses in Mott Haven.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement KID DOWN SHAFT Date: June 16, 2006 Length: :20 Rescuers are attempting to save a child who has fallen down an elevator shaft in Newark.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement TEEN FIREFIGHTER DIES Date: June 17, 2006 Length: :14 A volunteer firefighter, just 18‐years old dies while on duty in floral park, long island.

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ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement TEEN BEATEN BY POLICE Date: June 17, 2006 Length: :42 17‐year old, Queen Resident, Xavier Simpson says he was just walking down the street when police demanded id, then cuffed and beat him when he didn't show any. The NYPD says, Simpson was arrested for disorderly conduct and fought back when officers tried to handcuff him.

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ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement DOVER THEFT Date: June 20, 2006 Length: 1:30 A father and daughter duo have been on a crime spree and pulling off robberies in Dover Township, New Jersey but not anymore police have caught them on tape.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement PRESCRIPTION DRUG BUST Date: June 21, 2006 Length: 1:08 Four people are under arrest for finding a creative way of getting phony prescriptions filled.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement TRIPLE FATAL MVA Date: July 1, 2006 Length: :23 A man, woman and child were all killed when their minivan flipped over on Interstate 80 in Rockaway Township, NJ. State police say the family's minivan overturned after it collided with another car. No one was hurt in the other car.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement CAUGHT ON CAMERA Date: July 1, 2006 Length: :13 A man shoots another man and takes off on a small bike. But he didn't know surveillance video was capturing all the action.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement MAFIA COPS SUIT Date: July 3, 2006 Length: :23 The mother of one of the targets of the so‐called mafia cops is asking Mayor Bloomberg for help. Pauline Pipitone says the former cops gave an under boss her son's address because he has the same name as a mobster. He was later killed.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement KERIK JAIL RENAMED Date: July 3, 2006 Length: :23 The Downtown jail formerly known as the “The Tombs,” has now been changed to "The Manhattan Detention Complex" after the disgraced former police commissioner pleaded guilty to accepting gifts from a construction company. It allegedly has ties to the mob

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement UNIONDALE FIRE Date: July 4, 2006 Length: :16 An intense fire in Nassau County has firefighters battling a blaze on Oak Street in Uniondale, New Jersey. Fames consumed the building quickly, while several crews responded to the call and reports say two people were hurt.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement PLAYLAND DROWNING Date: July 4, 2006 Length: :22 144

A 43 year old man drowned while swimming in a lake at Playland Amusement Park in Rye, New York. Authorities say he was visiting the park with his family when he went into an area that's off limits to swimmers.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement GREENBURGH SHOOTING Date: July 5, 2006 Length: :23 Prosecutors have charged a 28‐year‐old man with killing his half brother in Greenburg. Cops say Quentin Pollard shot 17‐year‐old Brain Leaks once in the stomach with a rifle. Leaks' mom found the boy's body when she came home from work Monday afternoon. ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement ATTEMPTED ABDUCTION Date: July 6, 2006 Length: :33 Long Island police help finding the man who tried to abduct a woman in broad daylight while she was walking along convent road in Syosset. Cops say he jumped out of a red Honda and tried to drag the woman into the car where two other men were waiting. She escaped unharmed. The thug is described as 5’10, 170 pounds with a scar on his arm.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SUBWAY STABBING Date: July 6, 2006 Length: :10 A man on the southbound side of the 1 train at 110th street and Broadway was armed with two power saws and attacked a total stranger. Police say the 33 year old crazed suspect of the Bronx, sliced open the chest of a 64‐year old man with the power saws. The attacker was later arrested.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement WAREHOUSE FIRE Date: July 7, 2006 Length: :22 Bail was set at 250‐thousand dollars for Leszek Kuczera, the homeless man accused of sparking a massive fire at a historic warehouse in Greenpoint. His lawyers claim Kuczera wasn't even in the city when the fire erupted.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement TEEN AND TOT SHOT Date: July 8, 2006 Length: :25 Police in Brooklyn, are hunting for the thug, who opened fire on a Bedstey street hitting 2 people, including a 6 year old little girl. Right now, both victims are in stable condition.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SKY FOX HD Date: July 10, 2006 Length: :12 Cops say it looks like a natural gas disaster, others believe it could be the result of a divorce taking a dangerous turn. Evidence shows the doctor was in a heated divorce battle and was contemplating suicide, igniting the building on purpose.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement TRIPLE MURDER SUICIDE Date: July 10, 2006 Length: :14 145

A New Jersey man shoots his two sons in their beds before turning the gun on himself. Now cops are looking for the reason why.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement MAN KILLING CONVICTION Date: July 11, 2006 Length: :35 A man, who admitted on tape that he killed a woman because she was white, was convicted of a hate crime and guilty of second degree murder. The homeless man told police he used a stolen knife from a sears store to stab, Concetta Russo‐Carriero, who was killed last summer in the White Plains Gallery Mall.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement LOTTERY SCAM Date: July 12, 2006 Length: 3:40 Scams that can cost you thousands wipe out your bank account and even get you arrested! Two crooks are using phony names on checks, causing people to believe they are able to cash them.

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ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement LAWYER INDICTED Date: July 12, 2006 Length: :17 A Manhattan lawyer, Campbell Holder, was indicted for stealing more than $1.5 million from his clients and then going on an extravagant spending spree. The lawyer was first exposed by fox 5's Arnold Diaz

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement VAN CRASH Date: July 13, 2006 Length: :26 The driver of a van that crashed and burned in queens never had the right license to drive a multi ‐ passenger van. And the license he did have was suspended. Five mentally disabled men were killed.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NYT PWDER ALERT Date: July 14, 2006 Length: :25 building was closed down because of a suspicious white power found inside a mailroom envelope. The white substance tested negative for anthrax. The no return address envelope contained an editorial about reports on secret government anti‐terrorism programs with a red "x" through it.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BUILDING EXPLOSION Date: July 14, 2006 Length: :25 A lawsuit was filed in the Upper East Side townhouse blast. Doctor Nicholas Bartha's, whose home on East 62nd street exploded Monday, is now being sued by someone in the building next door. The neighbor says his windows were blown out; the smoke ruined his apartment and forced his family to move to a hotel.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement EXPLOSION Date: July 15, 2006 Length: :29 The young woman almost killed in this week's townhouse blast is recovering at her Staten Island home. Jennifer Panicali, was released, from the hospital today. The 22 ‐ year old was on her way to work and was seriously injured by flying debris.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement HOSPITAL EXPLOSION Date: July 15, 2006 Length: :26 Saint Mary's Hospital in Passaic was closed after an early morning explosion. A boiler blew, bursting through a wall and knocking out the hospital’s water and air conditioning. 80 patients were evacuated from the hospital, none of which were hurt. ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement EXPLOSION Date: July 16, 2006 Length: :40 The doctor suspected of blowing up his townhouse to get even with his wife, has died.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement ELDERLY FEMALE DOA Date: July 16, 2006 Length: :15 147

An 81 year old woman, Anna Rodriguez, was stabbed repeatedly and left to die in a closet. It happened in her apartment on Monticello Avenue in the Wakefield section of the Bronx.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement ELDERLY FEMALE DOA Date: July 16, 2006 Length: :15 A triple‐shooting in front of a nightclub in Woodside, Queens sent 2 men and a woman to the hospital. Witnesses say a fight broke out at club "Blagio". The woman is in very serious condition. Two suspects are in custody.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BX PKWY AX UPDATE Date: July 17, 2006 Length: :25 Another person has died from that crash on the Bronx River Parkway earlier this month. 23‐year‐old Jeremiah Blackwell is now the 6th victim. He'd been in critical condition since the July 9th accident. A 19‐year‐old man still remains in critical condition at the hospital.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement MINUCCI SENTENCED Date: July 17, 2006 Length: :35 The man known as Fat Nick, or Nicholas Minucci, was sentenced to 15 years behind bars. Minucci was convicted of assault as a hate‐crime after beating a black man with a baseball bat in Howard Beach Queens last year.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SUBWAY STABBER Date: July 18, 2006 Length: :28

The man accused of stabbing four people in a midtown subway in June says the 13 hour rampage was set off because they wouldn't talk to him. Kenny Alexis pled not guilty to attempted murder and assault.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement PRIEST KILLED Date: July 19, 2006 Length: :15 An East Hampton woman is in jail, charged with running down a priest.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BREATH CAR MACHINE Date: July 20, 2006 Length: :15 It’s the latest weapon to keep drunk drivers off the streets. It’s called the "interceptor" and its designed to stop drunks from driving. Government officials believe it should be mandatory for every car on the road.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BRIDGE CHECKPOINTS Date: July 21, 2006 Length: :18 148

A police checkpoint closed down some lanes and randomly pulled over and searched trucks caused massive traffic on the 59th street Bridge. No word tonight why the checkpoints were set up.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BRIDGE CHECKPOINTS Date: July 21, 2006 Length: :18 15 years ago, the body of a young girl was found stuffed in a cooler in Washington Heights. Police have now opened up the case again to find "baby hope's" killer.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement STABBDED AND SHOOT Date: July 22, 2006 Length: :38 Police say Emmanuel Allen, shot and killed his 39 year old wife during an argument in Brooklyn. That's when his stepsons came to their mother's defense, stabbing and shooting Allen. The boys were arrested, but let go after cops determined they killed their stepfather in self‐defense.

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ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement UNDER ATTACK Date: July 22, 2006 Length: :24 A New York City native is killed while on patrol in Afghanistan. 28 year old, Green Beret Staff Sergeant Eric Caban died after being hit by enemy fire on patrol. Also, a 22‐year‐ old marine from queens died while fighting in the Anbar Province of Iraq.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement HATE CRIME RALLY Date: July 23, 2006 Length: :42 A 14‐year‐old boy who was beat up by a group of white boys in Brooklyn, caused members of 100 Blacks In Law Enforcement to rally against what is classified as a Hate Crime.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement DIED DURING OUTAGE Date: July 24, 2006 Length: :52 A family is suing ConEd after their father died during the Queen’s power outage. The man had diabetes and high blood pressure, but the family insists, had there been power, he'd still be alive.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SLEEPY DRIVER KILLS GIRL Date: July 24, 2006 Length: :39 A man who suffers from sleep apnea will not be charged after killing a woman when he fell asleep on the wheel. Police say the hummer underwent a safety inspection, and no violations were found.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement AVON CRASH ARRAIGN Date: July 24, 2006 Length: :19 The owner of the truck company that caused a horrible accident in Connecticut last year is now facing manslaughter charges when it killed 4 people and injuring 19 others.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement PEDESTRIAN DEATH Date: July 25, 2006 Length: :22 Police say a black vehicle, with New York Plates, slammed into a 54‐year‐old man at 3rd avenue and 28th street, leaving the man in critical condition. The driver took off and the man later died at the hospital.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement ELEVATOR ROBBERY Date: July 25, 2006 Length: :26 Police are asking for help in finding a 6 foot tall, 180‐190 pound, 30 ‐35 year old man who is continuously robbing people in elevators in Flushing, Queens. Cops say it has happened 5 times in the past 5 weeks. The attacker punches his victims while in the elevator and then takes their cash and jewelry.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement DANCER ARRAIGNMENT Date: July 26, 2006 Length: :22 150

New Jersey Police are looking for a nude dancer who did not show up for a court appearance, for having body parts in her Middlesex County home. Last week, police say they found human skulls and a severed human hand in a jar.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement MISSING TEEN MAP Date: July 27, 2006 Length: :17 Police retraced the last hours of the missing teen, Jennifer Moore’s life to crack the case. Her body was found in West New York, where her alleged killer nabbed her in Harlem.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement MISSING TEEN MAP Date: July 27, 2006 Length: :17 A New York DJ who was arrested for threatening a mother and her four year old daughter on the air will not face criminal charges. A judge has dismissed the case against Troy Torrain, the former host of power 105. He was facing charges of endangering the welfare of a child.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FIREFIGHTERS DOWN Date: July 28, 2006 Length: :26 Eleven firefighters were injured, while putting out a fire in Ridgewood, Queens. They were battling a fire that started in an apartment that spread through the building. The chief says the heat played a role in the injuries, but everyone evacuated the building safely

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement GARAGE COLLAPSE Date: July 28, 2006 Length: :16 Workers digging the foundation of a new garage were buried by debris, when the wall of a garage next door collapsed in Jamaica, Queens. One man died.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FIREFIGHTERS TO HAIFA Date: July 30, 2006 Length: :20 Members of the Brewster Fire Department In Westchester County, New York headed to Israel to assist in evacuation efforts. They're en route to Haifa where Hezbollah has concentrated many of its rocket attacks.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement CONED LAWSUITS Date: July 31, 2006 Length: :26 Some Queens’ business owners are suing ConEd for the 10‐day blackout, as well as spoiled food losses and ruined equipment. Lawyers are not disclosing the amount of money the businesses are suing for, but it is beyond what ConEd is offering now.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FIREFIGHTER CRUSHED Date: July 31, 2006 Length: :25 151

A Long Island Firefighter was killed after being wedged between the truck and the firehouse. A fellow firefighter moved the truck forward, not realizing Paul Brady was doing maintenance work on top of a fire truck. He died at Nassau Medical Center.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement STOLEN BELL Date: August 1, 2006 Length: :24 A 275 pound cooper and tin bell was stolen from the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church yard, in Yonkers. The stolen bell, one of three, was first installed at the church in 1957.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement CONED MAN DOWN Date: August 2, 2006 Length: :25 Two ConEd employees working on a manhole in Astoria had to be pulled out and shield from the sun. They were treated for heat exhaustion and smoke inhalation. They'll be okay.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BABY SHOT Date: August 3, 2006 Length: :32 Police are in search of a gunman who opened fire in a Brooklyn building, injuring a baby. The baby girl suffered a graze wound to the head and is in stable condition. ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement OVERTURN TRUCK Date: August 3, 2006 Length: :21 A tractor trailer overturned and burst into flames on the New Jersey Turnpike, after it collided with another car. While no one was hurt, traffic was backed up for more than a mile around exits 12 and 13.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement TWU CONTRACT HEARING Date: August 4, 2006 Length: :25 The Union President and the MTA sat at the same table today for the first time day of the binding arbitration hearings. Soon bus and subway drivers may have a new contract.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement JERSEY ER CLOSES Date: August 4, 2006 Length: :19 The Jersey City Medical Center's "Wilzig Hospital" just lost its trauma center because of a lapse in certification. There is no word on when the trauma center will reopen.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BOUND GAL FOUND SLAIN Date: August 5, 2006 Length: :18 24‐year‐old Harlem resident, Zoany Santiago, was found by her live in boyfriend in their apartment bound with duct tape and stabbed to death. Cops say they're looking into a possible drug connection.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement LITLLE LEAGUER KILLED Date: August 6, 2006 Length: :11 152

Family and teammates are mourning the loss of a little boy, 10 year old Shamar Porter; who was killed while riding a bike home from his little league game. His teammates have dedicated today’s game to him.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement DRIVING LESSON TRAGEDY Date: August 6, 2006 Length: :19 A teenager, learning to drive accidentally ran over her own mother during a driving lesson in New Jersey. Police say Tina Rowe was outside the car teaching her 15‐year‐ old daughter, when the teen accidentally hit the gas and crashed into her mom. 39 year old, Rowe died at the scene.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NJ TRANSIT ARREST Date: August 7, 2006 Length: :19 Two New Jersey Transit Cops are accused of official misconduct for a sexual incident involving a female rider last month at a New Jersey station. The officers have been suspended without pay, pending an investigation.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NJ TEEN MURDER FOLO Date: August 8, 2006 Length: :24 The girlfriend of the man accused of murdering 18 year old Jennifer Moore, is accused of being with her boyfriend at the time of the murder. Prosecutors say 20‐year‐old Krystal Riordan forced Moore into a cab then took her to a Weehawken Motel.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement AMERICA’S MOST WANTED Date: August 8, 2006 Length: :40 America’s Most Wanted is credited with getting another violent gang leader off of the streets. Chaka Raysor was featured than a dozen times, accusing the 37‐year‐old to be responsible for at least 10 murders. Raysor turned himself in on Sunday. ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement EGYPTIAN STUDENTS Date: August 9, 2006 Length: 1:32 Eleven Egyptian students with valid visa vanished. The Federal Agents have now taken three in custody two of which were picked up from the Manville, New Jersey Police Department. They were turned in by the Egyptian restaurant owner they tricked into staying with.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement POLICE WHITE POWDER Date: August 9, 2006 Length: :25 A suspicious white powder turned up in an envelope in a police plaza mailroom. Workers who touched the envelope immediately underwent decontamination. The letter was addressed to the department's hate crimes unit.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement TRAIN VS BUS Date: August 11, 2006 Length: :17 153

A light‐rail train collides with a New Jersey transit bus, sending several people to the hospital. No details on to how it happened as of yet.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement LOCAL SOLDIER STREET Date: August 12, 2006 Length: :19 A local Queens’ street has been renamed to honor a local soldier killed in Iraq. The 23‐ year‐old corona native was killed by a roadside bomb in April while on his 2nd tour of duty.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement ELDERLY DEAD BY BED Date: August 13, 2006 Length: :17 A 69 year old woman was strangled and then murdered in Brooklyn. Her daughter found her on the bedroom floor of her apartment. There are no suspects so far.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement DELI OWNER DEAD Date: August 13, 2006 Length: :35 The owner of a Harlem Deli mysteriously died after someone robbed his store and he went chasing after the suspect. When the owner returned, he collapsed. Medical examiners are investigating exactly how he died. ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement GOTTI RETRIAL MONDAY Date: August 13, 2006 Length: :23 John Junior Gotti is going for his third trial in one year for allegedly ordering a beating of Angels founder, for badmouthing Gotti Senior on his radio show.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement OFF DUTY COP IN MVA Date: August 14, 2006 Length: :12 A NYC Police Officer was killed after his motorcycle was hit by drunk driver in a SUV, who happened to be a firefighter. The NYPD Officer leaves behind his wife and 2 daughters.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement LIGHT RAIL FAIL Date: August 14, 2006 Length: :29 The bus driver being blamed for the light rail accident that collided with a train in Weehawken near the Lincoln Tunnel is being charged with failing to obey a traffic signal and making an illegal right turn. 15 people were hurt.

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ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NJ TYRANSIT TROUBLE Date: August 15, 2006 Length: :21 Amtrak service between Newark and Penn Station is back to normal after service was temporarily suspended when a drum of hydraulic oil fell off a work train

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement MIDTOWN SEX ASSAULT Date: August 15, 2006 Length: :27 Police are in search of a Hispanic man in his twenties who followed a young woman into the lobby of a building and groped and sodomized her. It happened on the west side.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement 9/11 FAMILY REACTIONS Date: August 16, 2006 Length: 1:19 New recordings from 9/11 victims after the terror attacks have been realized as a result of a lawsuit on behalf of several families. These families want to correct the radio and communication problems with the fire department and make the city safer.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BIO BOUNCER Date: August 16, 2006 Length: :15 The City Counsel has passed the Bouncer Bill, which states that bars and clubs are required to have 1 bouncer for every 100 people that are allowed in the club.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement POLICE INVOLVED SHOOTING Date: August 16, 2006 Length: :25 An undercover Brooklyn officer saw a guy firing several rounds on the street, so he fired shots of his own. One man died and another man was wounded.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SEX TRAFFICKING RING Date: August 16, 2006 Length: :26 70 Korean women were allegedly held as sex slaves here in the US and are now free after 20 brothels, beginning in Queens, were busted. Agents say the brothels were posing as beauty salons and spas. They arrested 31 people.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement CONEY ISLAND CAMERAS Date: August 17, 2006 Length: :27 40 cameras have been installed around the Haber House neighborhood in Brooklyn in hopes it will help stop the rise in crime.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement CHILD SEX ASSALUT Date: August 18, 2006 Length: :25 43‐year old New Jersey pedophile is held on bail for sexually molesting at least 11 children, ranging from 2 to 8 years in age, in their own homes while he worked for their parents as a contractor.

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Date: August 19, 2006 Length: :28 A 9/11 Jersey City memorial is stated to have been removed for repairs, but the Jersey City 9‐11 Committee Chairperson says he never gave the city permission. The memorial is expected to be back in time for 9‐11 ceremonies in September.

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ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement LANDORD VS TENANT Date: August 20, 2006 Length: :24 Police say, a tenant and his landlord were fighting when all of a sudden the tenant knifed his landlord then jumped out his own 3rd floor window to escape and was later found dead.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement 3 PEOPLE SHOOT Date: August 20, 2006 Length: :19 Shots were fired on a crowded basketball court in the Bronx. The two men were killed, another man was hit in the leg. Cops are still looking for the shooters.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NJ 5 ALARM FIRE Date: August 21, 2006 Length: :26 A fire broke out in New Jersey, destroying 3 businesses and damaging 2 homes. Although no one was in the buildings and there are no injury reports, firefighters are still investigating the suspicious fire.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement GLEN COVE GUY IN CT Date: August 22, 2006 Length: :18 Cops found more clues for the man they call a "psycho‐sexual" murder on Long Island, who is accused of killing and dismembering a retired school teacher. Investigators say Evan Marshall had hundreds of pornographic video tapes.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement DIRTY DOCTOR Date: August 23, 2006 Length: :21 A 60 year old victim was sexually assaulted by her urologist, who in 1990 had his medical license revoked for two years for sexually assaulting another patient. The doctor is now arrested.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement JOURNALISTS KIDNAPPED Date: August 23, 2006 Length: :44 The two Journalists kidnapped 10 days ago in Gaza City look to be in good health. A militant group is demanding the release of all Muslim prisoners in us jails in exchange for the journalists to be liberated. ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FALLEN DEBRIS Date: August 24, 2006 Length: :19 Firefighters were called to check out a building in lower Manhattan after a large piece of debris fell from the building. No one was injured; however, the city did issue the building a violation.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement COP HIT BY BRICK Date: August 25, 2006 Length: :38 157

A rookie cop on foot patrol was struck in the head and hospitalized when a gang of teens were throwing bricks and rocks from the 6th floor of an apartment building in the Bronx. So far there are no arrests, but there are 3 teens being questioned.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement CLUB SPIRIRT SHUTTERED Date: August 26, 2006 Length: :18 Police say they shut‐down a popular Chelsea nightclub, “Spirit,” because of repeated alcohol and drug violations. Earlier this year police had closed the club for drug dealing problems and underage drinking.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement AMERICA’S MOST WNATED Date: August 26, 2006 Length: :10 A New York man who sexually abused and murdered a woman more then 3 decades ago turned himself in because he was tired of appearing on America’s Most Wanted.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement AMERICA’S MOST WNATED Date: August 26, 2006 Length: :10 Hundreds gathered to honor 28‐year‐old Queens native, Lance Corporal Michael Glover who was killed by a sniper in Fallujah on August 16th. He enlisted in the marines after the September 11th attacks.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FIREFIGHTER KILLED Date: August 27, 2006 Length: :14 A 25 year old firefighter, new to the FDNY died after being trapped in a burning building and then pulled from the collapsed rubble, in the Bronx. Michael Reilly was only with the department for four months.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement COMAIR CRASH Date: August 27, 2006 Length: :25 A pilot, based out of Kennedy Airport, is the only person to survive the worst airplane crash in 5 years. The Comair Commuter Flight crashed after taking off from Lexington's Airport for allegedly taking the wrong runway. The other 49 people on board died.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement JOURNALIST FREED Date: August 27, 2006 Length: :13 The two Fox Journalist held captive in Gaza, have finally been released after nearly 2 weeks and are finally safe and sound.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement GARBAGE TRUCK AX Date: August 28, 2006 Length: :30 A garbage truck skidded out of control through a patch of spilled fuel and crashed through a guardrail in Brooklyn Heights, killing a sanitation driver. He'd been with the department for just a year.

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ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement UNDERGROUND CABLE FIRE Date: August 28, 2006 Length: :15 Firefighters were called out to Queens to put out some smoldering cables when smoke rose from underground. Backup cables took over and no one lost power.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement 3 CAR LI CRASH Date: August 29, 2006 Length: :35 Two men are being called heroes after they pulled a woman from a fiery car wreck in long island. A speeding corvette swerved in front of 2 other cars and burst into flames. All three individuals walked away unharmed.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement KID MOLESTED Date: August 30, 2006 Length: 1:15 A Westchester County principal is accused of not reporting one of her students getting sexually abused by her mother's boyfriend.

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ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement AGENT IMPERSONATOR Date: August 30, 2006 Length: :32 A 20 year old college student is charged with impersonating a federal agent. Port authority police say he showed a phony police ID card when he was pulled over at Kennedy Airport. He later admitted making the id on his home computer. He is facing the possibility of 7 years in prison.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement HOME INVASION Date: August 30, 2006 Length: :30 Cops arrested four men and one woman ranging in age from 20 to 39 for forcing their way into New Jersey homes, and then tying up and beating victims before ransacking their homes. All suspects face weapon, burglary, robbery and assault charges.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement DEVILS CONSTUCTION Date: August 31, 2006 Length: :19 A construction worker fell 85‐feet to his death while working on the future Devil’s Hockey Arena in Newark. The worker was rushed to the hospital where he was pronounced dead. The accident is under investigation.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FAMILY TRAGEDY Date: August 31, 2006 Length: :39 Cops say a father was convinced he was under a voodoo curse, when he drowned his two kids and then killed himself by jumping in front of a subway train.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement TERROR FEARS Date: August 31, 2006 Length: :24 A new poll found that 51% of New Yorkers still fear a terror attack. Residents also say they're more aware of their surroundings since 9/11.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement CHURCH SEX ABUSE Date: August 31, 2006 Length: :40 The New York Archdiocese will let priests accused of sexual abuse to choose between leaving the church or entering a lifelong supervision program. The child advocacy group Parents for Megan's Law says the church is not doing enough.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement MOTHER/DAUGHTER STABBING Date: September 1, 2006 Length: :23 A Queen’s woman is undergoing psychiatric tests after cops say she stabbed her elderly mother with a pair of scissors. The 91‐year old mother is hospitalized for stab wounds to her head, arms and legs.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement REILLY FUNERAL Date: September 1, 2006 Length: :16 Firefighters came from as far as California to Ramsey, New Jersey to 160

Say goodbye to firefighter Michael Reilly who died in the line of duty just 7 weeks after he joined. The former marine was only 25 years old.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FIRE TRUCK HITS CHILD Date: September 2, 2006 Length: 1:45 A Queen’s fire truck hit and killed a 12 year old boy after rushing to respond to a call. According to City Officials, the boy was had been crossing the street at the time of the incident. ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FATAL SHOOTING & FIRE Date: September 2, 2006 Length: :39 Firefighters in Newark discovered five people shot n a burning home. Three people were dead, including a 15 year old girl and two 17‐year‐old boys are in the hospital.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement DEVELOPING ‐ TROOPER Date: September 3, 2006 Length: :14 New York State Police hunt an inmate on the run, and one of the cops he shot has died. Troopers say he also and wounded two other officers.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FREEPORT MURDER Date: September 5, 2006 Length: :25 A Long Island man was found murdered when his girlfriend went to check on him, after not hearing from him for a couple of days. Neither his name nor the cause of death is being released. So far, there are no arrests.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NEEDLE ATTACK Date: September 5, 2006 Length: :17 Police are investigating two separate needle attacks in Nassau County in which the victims of each case were robbed while the suspects pointed a hypodermic needle at them. No one was hurt and there are still no arrests.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement CANCER SCAM Date: September 6, 2006 Length: :24 A Long Island couple faces felony charges after they lured a man into giving them $10 thousand for a bogus cancer operation. The man agreed because he lost his wife to cancer.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NJ WATERMANIN BREAK Date: September 7, 2006 Length: :23 A large water main burst this morning in New Jersey. Utility crews shut off the line, spending most of the day pumping out water. Everything is now back to normal, although the first day of school was canceled for a nearby elementary school.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FAKE 20 BILL SCAM Date: September 7, 2006 Length: :37 161

Brooklyn cab drivers are being warned to watch out for fake $20 bills. One way to spot the fake bills is by the serial number, they all end in "66". The secret service and the Brooklyn DA's office are investigating.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SEARCH FOR BUCKY Date: September 7, 2006 Length: 1:02 Ralph "Bucky" Phillips the man suspected of killing a New York State Trooper and wounding two others was finally caught on the Pennsylvania ‐New York Border. Phillips had been on the run for 5 months after escaping from prison.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement ABANDONED BABY Date: September 8, 2006 Length: :24 Cops are trying to find the parents of a newborn abandoned at Bronx park. A teenaged girl walking by discovered the baby girl who's just a day old. The baby is doing fine at Jacobi Hospital. ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement WORLD’S LARGEST FLAG Date: September 8, 2006 Length: :16 The world's largest American flag will hang from the George Washington Bridge and will remain up until dusk on Monday. It's a port authority tribute to the people lost on 9/11. The flag is 90‐ feet tall, 60‐ feet wide, and weighs 450‐ pounds!

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement 5 YEARS LATER Date: September 9, 2006 Length: :20 For year anniversary of 911, the Port Authority has put up 90 feet tall, 60 feet wide, and 450 pound American flag for the victims of 911. It is hanging on the George Washington Bridge and will remain there until dusk on Monday.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement 5 YEARS LATER Date: September 9, 2006 Length: :18 More than 150 volunteers and survivors reunited for the first time after the attacks. The reunion was organized by filmmaker and former firefighter, Lou Angeli. His new documentary shows the rescue and recovery operation at ground zero.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement 4TH ALARM FIRE Date: September 9, 2006 Length: :15 A firefighter died after he rushed into a burning building in New Jersey thinking people were trapped inside.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement 911 BRITISH HONOR GUARD Date: September 10, 2006 Length: :24 People from all over the world are paying tribute to the victims of 911, including more than 200 British Police Officers. They have made an annual trip to serve as Honor Guards at Ground Zero, since 2001.

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ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BABY AT PRECINCT Date: September 10, 2006 Length: 1:06 A newborn baby boy was abandoned at the 103rd police station. Police say the unknown mother is protected by the Safe Haven Law, which states if a woman drops off a newborn at a police precinct, fire station or hospital, she won't be prosecuted.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement POLICE MUSEUM 911 Date: September 10, 2006 Length: :22 "United Response: Commemorating 9‐11," is a new NYPD exhibit at the police museum displaying police gear, recovered from the wreckage. Visitors can also view a collection of photos taken by the police department and local newspapers. The exhibit will run through January.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FIREHOUSE MEMORIAL Date: September 11, 2006 Length: :23 A special ceremony for the men of Engine 44 Ladder 4 held a special ceremony in memory of all the 15 firefighters who died from their station on 9/11. It lost more firefighters than any other on 9/11. They were survived by 28 children in total.

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ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement TEAR DROP MEMORIAL Date: September 11, 2006 Length: :20 Former President assisted in the unveiling of a 40 foot steel tear drop memorial in Bayonne, New Jersey. The monument is called "To The Struggle Against World Terrorism” and it's divided into two tower like pieces with a steel tear drop hanging in the open center.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement MARY/POINT OUTLOOK Date: September 11, 2006 Length: :35 Hundreds of people watched as the twin towers rose again during a sunrise ceremony on lido beach in long island. The ceremony commemorated those 450 loved ones from long island who lost their lives on 9/11.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NEWARK HOMICIDE ARREST Date: September 12, 2006 Length: :33 A man is under arrest for what police say, shooting five people found inside a burning home in Newark. Three of those people died including a 15 year old girl. Police will not say if he knew the victims, but they are still searching for two suspected accomplices.

ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement GANG ARTISTS Date: September 13, 2006 Length: 1:15 Two dozen suspected members of the Crips Street Gang are now facing Federal charges for distributing crack cocaine, heroin, and ecstasy on the streets of Newark, Irvington and East Orange.

Date: November 1, 2006 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement STUDENT STALKER A 33 year old Long Island man who police say stalked a young student not even half his age is under arrest. They say he went to her school bus stop several weeks ago with flowers. She ran away, screaming, "I’m only 14!"

Date: November 2, 2006 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NJ SKL BUS ACCIDENT A school bus in New Jersey, carrying adults, collided with a station wagon this afternoon and injuring more than a dozen people. 14 passengers on the bus were taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

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Date: January 3, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SUBWAY SAVE A former Vietnam veteran made a split second decision while standing on the platform of the number one train at 137th street and Broadway. He was with his two daughters when he noticed a man collapsed and fell onto the tracks. Both men walked away with minor scratches.

Date: January 26, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NYPD HOMELESS ROUND NYPD officers asking homeless people in need of shelter to call 311 after they found a man believed to be suffering from hypothermia in front of the Presbyterian hospital.

Date: February 8, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FREEHOLD CHARGES A Freehold, New Jersey teen has been charged with speeding next to the other teen that caused the Freehold High School car crash, killing three students and the elderly female driver.

Date: February 19, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS INS Agents raided thousands of businesses in search of illegal immigrants. Several of them were caught working at ESPN Zone and Hard Rock Café in Times Square.

Date: March 1, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement ABORTION CLINIC SUIT A Newark woman says she spent a month in a coma after undergoing an abortion at a New Jersey clinic. Now she's suing the clinic and several doctors.

Date: March 3, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BARRON PRESSER Protesters in Brooklyn, led by city councilman are accusing police of brutality after an incident at the Breukelen Housing Projects this week. Police say when they asked three young people for identification during a routine patrol, one started cursing and another threw a punch. The trio claims the cops were being too aggressive.

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Date: March 6, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FILTHY HOUSE FOLLOW UP A Long Island mother is charged with neglect after her children were found living in filth. Police found her home littered with dead pets, piles of trash and bottles filled with urine. A judge also ordered the children be placed in foster care.

Date: March 8, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FIRE LATEST A deadly fire broke out in Bronx neighborhood, claiming the lives of a 42‐year old woman, six boys ranging in age from six months to 11‐years old and two little girls ages three and six months old.

Date: March 14, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement AMPUTEE FIREFIGHTER A 33‐year‐old New Jersey resident will now be allowed to train as a Paterson firefighter even though he only has one leg.

Date: April 17, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement VIRGINA TECH SHOOTING Fox 5’s Dick Brennan reports from Virginia Tech University campus on the worst shooting rampage in our nation’s history; 33 students and teachers are dead, including the gunman and 17 others injured. Several students of those killed were from New Jersey.

Date: April 20, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement VA TECH BELL RINGING Seton Hall University in New Jersey and Saint Paul Church in New York joined Virginia Tech University in the national day of mourning for the 33 students and teachers lost.

Date: April 29, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement WORKERS UNDER TRAIN An MTA subway track worker was killed by an oncoming train while repairing some tracks. Another worker that was with him barely escaped death.

Date: May 1, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement FAKE FIRE FIGHTERS 166

There is new evidence in the fake fire fighters trial. Prosecutors say Peter Braunstein tied his victim up assaulting her for 13 hours. Peter Braunstein is using mental illness as a defense.

Date: May 8, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BURGLARY DNA DNA test commonly used in rape and murders will now be used to solve and robberies thanks to The Federal Grant Money. Such a tool will give the NYPD the ability to make arrests associated with burglaries and robberies.

Date: May 8, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement RAPE IN CAR A rapist on the run in Brooklyn sexually assaulted a woman after she accepted a ride from man along Flatlands Avenue. The rapist was posing as a police officer possessing a fake badge and police radio. Date: June 6, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement NY POOL ALARMS A new New York law requires all pools installed after this past December to be equipped with an alarm. This is in light of all a child drowning in a neighbor’s pool in Long Island after installation.

Date: June 13, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement BODEGA BANDITS Cops in Queens, New York in search for a robbery team that has hit at least 16 bodegas. A father of eight and owner of one of those bodegas was shot in the face and died a few days after

Date: June 14, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement WAYNE SCHOOL Students are back in class in a Wayne, New Jersey school after a bomb scare forced them to evacuate the building. Extra security is on hand and police are investigating four objects found in two lockers described as "pyrotechnic devices.” So far police have not made any arrests.

Date: July 7, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement HELICOPTER CRASH A couple is rescued after their helicopter crashed into the Hudson River.

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Date: July 9, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement COPS SHOT NUTS & BOLTS Team coverage of the two officers shoot after stopping a stolen SUV in Brooklyn. Both officers are hospitalized.

Date: July 17, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement TEXT MESSAGING ACCIDENT Several New York lawmakers are proposing a law that would make it illegal to text message while driving. This after a teen crashed her SUV while text messaging; killing all passengers.

Date: August 1, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement LOCAL BRIDGES A massive bridge collapse in Minneapolis during rush hour has New Yorkers wondering if our local bridges are safe.

Date: August 15, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement/Homeland Security HOMEGROWN TERROR The New York Police Department gives early warning signs on how to identify average citizens training to become full blown terrorists.

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Date: September 5, 2007 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement/Education TOXIC SCHOOL REOPENS West Brook Middle School in Paramus, New Jersey reopens after officials closed it down in May for finding high levels of pesticides in the soil.

Date: November 15, 2007 Time: 3:00 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement HOOTERS SWAT TEAM Fox 5 investigative reporter John Deutzman uncovers exclusive photos of Hoboken swat team cops drinking and partying while on the job with Hooters waitresses.

Date: November 18, 2007 Time: :29 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement DANGEROUS CITIES Clarkstown, New York which is also known as Rockland County and Bricks Township, New Jersey are among the safest cities in the United States according to the recently released congressional Quarterly report which lists the safest and most dangerous cities to live in.

Date: November 25, 2007 Time: :51 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement RANDLE /BELL RALLY rallied for a 16‐year old teen who was shot by police officers in New Jersey during the anniversary vigil of the late Sean Bell, who was gunned down by three other police officers hours before his wedding. The 16‐year old is only injured and his mother, a fellow cop, is questioning why this is still happening.

Date: December 5, 2007 Time: 1:52 ISSUES: Crime/Law Enforcement SAMARITAN ARREST A good Samaritan says he was wrongfully arrested after he picked up a wallet left behind at New York City subway station with the of returning it to its rightful owner. Cops are now conducting a new operation; leaving wallets around in subway stations to see if anyone picks them up. The person who does is arrested. The NYPD says their intention is to take pocket pickers off the streets.

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ISSUES: Economy HEATING AID Date: November 8, 2005 Length: :26 The Department of Energy says heating oil prices will go up 28% in the northeast, and natural gas prices will jump 29% this winter, costing people hundreds of dollars more than last year.

ISSUES: Economy OIL COMPANY HEARINGS Date: November 9, 2005 Length: :45 Representatives from some of the world's biggest oil companies were on the hot seat in Washington. A Congressional panel wanted to know why consumers are paying such high prices for gas and home heating oil.

ISSUES: Economy HOLIDAY METROCARDS Date: November 12, 2005 Length: :25 Holiday fares will be cut in half to $1 on weekends beginning after Thanksgiving through the end of the year.

ISSUES: Economy COMMUTER TAXES Date: November 14, 2005 Length: 1:07 Mayor Bloomberg is looking for ways to generate more cash as proposes a commuter tax.

ISSUES: Economy/consumer Robot vacuum Date: November 16, 2005 Length: 2:30 Never lift a finger to vacuum again. Sounds great but is the robot vacuum something you gotta have?

ISSUES: Economy Workouts from cheap to $$$$ Date: November 17, 2005 Length: 2:00 In New York it’s easy to find and expensive place to workout! But Fox 5 we’ll take you from big bucks to bargain basement. We’ll get that work out down to less than $10 bucks a month or even Zero??

ISSUES: Economy GAS PRICES Date: November 18, 2005 Length: :21 The national average for a gallon is now $2.25. That's almost half a buck less than a month ago. New York's average is above the national mark at $2.47 a gallon. New Jersey's average is $2.15 a gallon, and a gallon in Connecticut is running $2.26 on average.

ISSUES: Economy FORD JOB CUTS Date: November 19, 2005 Length: :23 170

Ford Motor Company plans to eliminate about 4,000 white‐collar jobs in North America early next year.

ISSUES: Economy Where’s that Charity $ going? Date: November 21, 2005 Length: 4:00 Investigation: Who is really getting the money you donate meant for kids with cancer and AIDS? This investigation exposes the sad reality to some big name charities. 171

ISSUES: Economy GM PLANTS CLOSING Date: November 21, 2005 Length: :20 announced it's closing nine plants. The company says it'll cut 30,000 jobs within two years.

ISSUES: Economy BLACK FRIDAY Date: November 25, 2005 Length: 1:30 A report on the busiest retail shopping day of the year.

ISSUES: Economy MTA HOLDAY FARES Date: November 25, 2005 Length: :22 The MTA is introducing new holiday fares. A subway or bus ride will cost a dollar on weekends through December. Then from Christmas Eve through January 2nd, the half‐ price fares apply every day.

ISSUES: Economy MERCK JOB CUTS Date: November 28, 2005 Length: :21 Merck will cut 7,000 jobs by the end of 2008. The company will also close five manufacturing plants.

ISSUES: Economy Cut your heat bills! Date: November 29, 2005 Length: 2:00 The machine that promises to cut your heat bills by 45%! How’s it work and who can save?

ISSUES: Economy VENEZUELA CHEAP OIL Date: December 6, 2005 Length: :43 Discounted oil from Venezuela was delivered to the South Bronx as part of a deal brokered between local Legislators and President Chavez of Venezuela. But some object because Mr. Chavez has spoken out against President Bush.

ISSUES: Economy EVICTION HEARING Date: December 7, 2005 Length: :39 Hamilton Heights, Inwood and Washington Heights are current hot spots for development and gentrification. But many people who live there are in housing court fighting landlords for their homes.

ISSUES: Economy NEW MEADOWLANDS Date: December 12, 2005 Length: 1:30 The Jets and Giants have unveiled plans for their joint stadium at the Meadowlands.

ISSUES: Economy ECONOMIC IMPACT Date: December 13, 2005 Length: :25 172

The City Comptroller estimates New York City would lose about $1.6 billion dollars in losses in the first week alone if there were a transit strike.

ISSUES: Economy MTA BUDGET SURPLUS Date: December 14, 2005 Length: :39 With a possible transit strike looming, the MTA Board approved a $9.3 billion budget plan for 2006.

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ISSUES: Economy SAVE WHILE U SPEND Date: December 14, 2005 Length: :38 Experts say use debit cards instead of credit cards because you'll save on interest. Skip the store credit cards because they have high interest rates.

ISSUES: Economy TRANSIT STRIKE THREAT Date: December 15, 2005 Length: 19:00 Continuing coverage of a potential Transit Workers Union strike reporting on contract negotiations, city contingency plans regarding commuting and school delays, worker worries, economic impact, health and homeland security concerns, and local reactions.

ISSUES: Economy TRANSIT STRIKE THREAT Date: December 16, 2005 Length: 4:30 Continuing coverage of a potential Transit Workers Union strike reporting on contract negotiations, city contingency plans regarding commuting and school delays, worker worries, economic impact, health and homeland security concerns, and local reactions.

ISSUES: Economy SCHOOL HEATING COSTS Date: December 16, 2005 Length: :24 Public schools in New Jersey and across the country are turning down the thermostat as a way of dealing with sky‐high oil and natural gas prices.

ISSUES: Economy TRANSIT STRIKE THREAT Date: December 18, 2005 Length: 5:00 Continuing coverage of a potential Transit Workers Union strike reporting on contract negotiations, city contingency plans regarding commuting and school delays, worker worries, economic impact, health and homeland security concerns, and local reactions.

ISSUES: Economy TRANSIT STRIKE THREAT Date: December 19, 2005 Length: 18:00

Continuing coverage of a potential Transit Workers Union strike. ISSUES: Economy PRICE GOUGING Date: December 19, 2005 Length: :44 The New York State Attorney General says certain gas stations marked up prices 25% or more. They've been fined a total of more than $63,000.

ISSUES: Economy TRANSIT STRIKE Date: December 20, 2005 Length: Cont. coverage throughout the day Continuing coverage of the Transit Workers Union strike.

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Continuing coverage of the Transit Workers Union strike.

ISSUES: Economy TRANSIT STRIKE OVER Date: December 22, 2005 Length: 32:00 Continuing coverage of the Transit Workers Union ending its three day strike. ISSUES: Economy TRANSIT STRIKE OVER Date: December 23, 2005 Length: 8:00 Continuing coverage of the Transit Workers Union ending its three day strike.

ISSUES: Economy TRANSIT STRIKE $1 BILLION Date: December 25, 2005 Length: :27 Mayor Bloomberg says the transit strike did a lot of economic damage. The costs came to $10 million a day.

ISSUES: Economy CT POWER RATE HIKE Date: December 28, 2005 Length: :22 A Connecticut State Panel approved an increase of more than 22% for customers of Connecticut Light and Power. In January, rates jump more than 17% and then another 5% in April.

ISSUES: Economy 9/22 FUNDING Date: December 29, 2005 Length: :44 A new audit reveals billions of dollars in 9/11 loans went to companies that did not qualify, like a dog boutique in .

ISSUES: Economy HOME SALES DOWN Date: December 29, 2005 Length: :20 Existing home sales declined by 1.7% in the month of November. That number is the lowest figure since March. The decline is slightly larger than analysts were expecting.

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Sunday, January 1 Minimum wage increase / ‐ :24 (economy) If you make the minimum wage, You're in for a raise. Minimum wage. As of today, the rate is now 6‐75 an hour. Up from $6.00. . . That's up from 6 bucks. In exactly a year, The minimum wage will increase again ‐‐ to 7‐15 per hour. The national rate is 5‐15.

Business groups are against the wage hike. They say it will hurt workers, because small businesses can move to states with lower minimums ‐‐ like New Jersey.

Wednesday, January 4 Cavuto business report/trt:‐50 (economy) It's not the news you want to hear to start the year. Oil prices are up. And there's a warning if you have an I‐pod.

Thursday, January 5 Rising rents/ trt‐1:57 (economy) Another New York landmark is in danger of disappearing. A battle over rising rents may do in the second avenue deli, Just like a few other famous restaurants in the city,

Cavuto business report/ ‐ :50 (economy) There's good news on the economic front, The Dow is acting bullish. And Google is rising to the top.

Friday, January 6 ConEd changes/ ‐ :16 (economy) You may be shocked, by your next electric bill! ConEd, is raising rates, for residential customers, By 36 percent. That's about, 13‐dollars more, a month, for a typical city, 2‐bedroom home. About 43 bucks, for larger suburban‐style homes. ConEd, blames weather, Hurricane Katrina, And the market.

Sunday, January 8, 2006 39 cents stamps/ ‐ :19 (economy) The post office wants your 2 cents,,,.. More per letter, that is. A first‐class stamp will cost 39‐cents beginning tomorrow. Also, post card postage increases by a penny, to 24‐cents. International mail goes up too. A one‐ounce letter to Canada or Mexico will cost 63‐cents, And air mail to the rest of the world will run you 84‐cents 176

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Wednesday, January 18 Marriage and money/ ‐ :24 (economy) They say you shouldn't marry for money. But staying married helps you keep your wealth. A new study found that a person who marries and stays married has twice as much personal wealth as someone who is single or divorced. They also accumulate wealth faster. Those people who divorce end up losing about 75 percent of their personal wealth. One big reason, One household is cheaper to maintain than two.

Thursday, January 26 Lipa rates/ ‐ :18 (economy) Lipa" customers may soon get a check in the mail. The long island power authority has a plan to stabilize rates and charges for two years. The plan includes a 35‐dollar rebate. Also, "Lipa" would pay down 28‐million in debt.

Lipa's plan needs final approval from the state's attorney general and the comptroller

Sunday, January 29 Tax free week/ ‐ :27 (economy) Tomorrow is a good day, to hit the stores. It's tax‐ free, shopping week. The bargains start tomorrow, And run, through Sunday. New York state, will lift, its 4‐percent tax, on clothing and shoes, Costing, less than 110 dollars. This tax‐free week, may be the last and that's because the state's tax, on clothing, is slated to be, permanently eliminated on April 1st.

But governor Pataki wants to keep it, in place and have 2 taxes‐ free weeks, a year on clothing, up 250‐dollars.

Wednesday, February 8 Brooklyn housing costs/ ‐ :22 (economy) Brooklyn housing costs are going through the roof! Real estate agents have one word for the borough's market: hot! In kings county the average price of a home jumped 35 percent since last year.

Get ready to shell out 478‐thousand bucks for that dream home of yours. In fort Greene, Home prices increased by 82 percent! Market analysts cite higher housing demands.

Monday, February 20 Businesses to close trt/‐:34 (economy) Queens community's concern about redevelopment. Council member Hiram Montserrat took a walking tour in his district of willets point, also known as the "iron triangle." the city's economic development corporation is working on plans to improve the area. 178

Business owners and residents say that's long overdue. Some business owners are worried the redevelopment plans do not include them.

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Sunday, January 29 Tax free week/ ‐ :27 (economy) Tomorrow is a good day, to hit the stores. It's tax‐ free, shopping week. The bargains start tomorrow, And run, through Sunday. New York state, will lift, its 4‐percent tax, on clothing and shoes, Costing, less than 110 dollars. This tax‐free week, may be the last and that's because the state's tax, on clothing, is slated to be, permanently eliminated on April 1st.

But governor Pataki wants to keep it, in place and have 2 taxes‐ free weeks, a year on clothing, up 250‐dollars.

Thursday, February 23 Family income trt/‐:21 (economy) The average American family makes just over 70‐thousand dollars a year, according to a new report from the federal reserve. But that number, from 2004 is actually a drop of more than two‐percent compared to 2001 when adjusted for inflation.

The median net worth, meanwhile, rose by one and a half percent to just over 93‐ thousand dollars a year.

ISSUES: Economy NY STATE TAX DROPPED Date: April 1, 2006 Length: :13 Good news for people who like to shop! No more state sales tax for city shoppers buying shoes and clothes under $110.

ISSUES: Economy SUMMER GAS PRICES Date: April 11, 2006 Length: :24 Experts say gas prices could easily top $3.50 in our area, but the Energy Department says the high prices won’t keep Americans off the road this summer.

ISSUES: Economy RECORD OIL PRICES Date: April 17, 2006 Length: :31 Gas prices have soared by about $ .10 a gallon in just a week! The average price in New York for a gallon of regular gas is now $2.78. It's even higher in Connecticut at $2.96 and $2.63 in the Garden State.

ISSUES: Economy RENT GOING UP Date: April 21, 2006 Length: :25 There is a proposed increase of a rent hike in New York for 1 quarter of all families who live in public housing.

ISSUES: Economy OIL TAXES Date: April 27 2006 Length: :31 180

Lawmakers are trying to ease the pain at the pump by offering taxpayers cash for pumping gas.

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ISSUES: Economy WATER BILLS UP Date: May 1, 2006 Length: :19 The city water board wants a 9% rate hike, which averages to be about $54 more yearly for a single family home.

ISSUES: Economy MEETING FOR RENT Date: May 8, 2006 Length: 1:45 More than one‐ million people in NYC could get an 8% rent hike for rent stabilized apartments.

ISSUES: Economy ECONOMIC IMPACT Date: June 8, 2006 Length: :39 Oil prices dropped for the third day in a row today, but that's not being reflected in the price at the pump.

ISSUES: Economy HOMELAND SECURITY Date: June 10, 2006 Length: :25 12 Financial Firms, are challenging Michael Chertoff’s budget cut for New York’s anti terrorism security funds by 40%. He justifies the reduction by saying New York only has 4 major financial institutions and no national icons or monuments.

ISSUES: Economy FUEL PRICES Date: June 12, 2006 Length: :21 While gas prices have gone up slightly in Connecticut and New Jersey, they have actually dropped in New York since last month; averaging $3.09 a gallon.

ISSUES: Economy GAS PRICES Date: June 19, 2006 Length: :20 Our pain at the pump may not that bad when you look at what some European countries are paying. They pay anywhere from $5 to $7. While we may be only 5 percent of the world’s population, the US consumes a quarter of the world’s oil.

ISSUES: Economy TAXI SURCHARGE Date: July 1, 2006 Length: :22 The taxi and limousine commission rejected petitions from three groups that wanted to help drivers cost dealing with high gas prices. The "TLC" says the average driver's income is within amounts targeted by the last fare increase.

ISSUES: Economy PUMPED UP Date: July 2, 2006 Length: :18 Gas prices, in Connecticut, are going even higher because, of a state gas tax. Drivers can expect a 2 to 5 cent per gallon increase, at the pump. Tax money will go to transportation improvements, like new metro‐north cars, new buses, commuter parking and fixing highways. 182

ISSUES: Economy CREDIT CARD REFUND Date: July 2, 2006 Length: :27 Any New Yorkers with credit cards from CompuCredit Or Columbus Bank and Trust could be $11 million in restitution by the company to settle an investigation of not telling customers about activation charges and enrolling them in programs, without telling them.

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ISSUES: Economy ATLANTIC CITY SHUTDOWN Date: July 4, 2006 Length: :18 The squabble over state dollars forced the casinos in Atlantic City to fold for the first time in history. The slots were shut down at 8 a‐m this morning, leaving gamblers out of luck and onto the boardwalk.

ISSUES: Economy MOHEGAN SUN Date: July 6, 2006 Length: 1:39 With Atlantic City casinos shut down, Connecticut is hitting the jackpot.

ISSUES: Economy AC’S CASINOS REOPEN Date: July 7, 2006 Length: :10 Itchy gamblers are still awaiting word on when Atlantic City’s 12 casinos will reopen after being closed for three days because of New Jersey’s budget battle.

ISSUES: Economy GAS PRICES Date: July 9, 2006 Length: :19 Prices at the pump have been going up 11 cents a gallon in the past 2 weeks. The national average is now about $3.00. That's two cents, below the all time high.

ISSUES: Economy RECORD HIGH OIL PRICES Date: July 13, 2006 Length: :21 Oil prices hit high levels due to the Middle East fight. They shot up $1.75 to $1.77 a barrel. Right now, the national average for a gallon of gas is $3.10 a gallon.

ISSUES: Economy NJ TAX HIKE Date: July 15, 2006 Length: :13 New Jersey’s budget battle has lead to a tax increase; jumping a penny, on the dollar.

ISSUES: Economy NJ LIGHT RAIL Date: July 18, 2006 Length: :21 The sweltering heat caused the overhead wires to sag disrupting service for the evening commute in New Jersey. It was suspended between Hoboken and Port Imperial Station for several hours. But, things returned to normal quickly.

ISSUES: Economy ASTORIA OUTAGE FOLO Date: July 19, 2006 Length: :18 Residents of Astoria, Queens have been living without power for two days. “ConEd" crews are asking them to cut down on the amount of electricity they're using to help the situation out.

ISSUES: Economy CITY QUUENS POWER Date: July 20, 2006 Length: :13 184

After four days in the dark, Mayor Bloomberg tried to shed some light on the power problems plaguing North‐West Queens. ConEd is now forced to go door to door and make sure the residents have power. Queen’s residents are also required to call ConEd even if they do have power.

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ISSUES: Economy POWER OUTAGE WRAP Date: July 20, 2006 Length: :13 About 22‐hundred customers in queens, that's hundreds more than just a few hours ago, are without power. In Westchester, the number of outages is down to 10‐ thousand instead of 13‐thousand, and 557 on long island.

ISSUES: Economy IN THE DARK Date: July 22, 2006 Length: :10 Queen’s residents are now on day six of the power outage. The only thing ConEd has been able to give them was an apology.

ISSUES: Economy IN THE DARK Date: July 23, 2006 Length: :38 Six‐thousand ConEd customers are still in the dark, for the second week in the row, down from about 25‐thousand. The Company won't predict when power could be restored and some Queen’s Leaders want the government part of the Boro a "disaster area," making it eligible for Federal Aid.

ISSUES: Economy POWER BACK ON Date: July 26, 2006 Length: :22 The lights are back on in Queens, but residents question for how long. The power they're getting isn't as strong forcing most residents to keep high voltage air conditioners off.

ISSUES: Economy STATEN ISLAND POWER Date: July 26, 2006 Length: :18 The lights went out earlier in Staten Island and ConEd reports that all power has now been restored to Staten Island. 16‐thousand customers were in the dark.

ISSUES: Economy CLINTON ON OUTAGE Date: July 28, 2006 Length: :32 Senator Hillary Clinton made a trip to Astoria to check out the problems first hand. She visited dozens of local businesses hit by the black‐out. Senator Clinton is calling for more money and wants the area to be declared a federal disaster area.

ISSUES: Economy POWER PROBLEMS Date: July 30, 2006 Length: :13 ConEd is compensating customers for some of their losses during the power outage

ISSUES: Economy QUEENS BIZ BOOST Date: August 1, 2006 Length: :21 Small Business Administration is making disaster loans available for those businesses involved in the Queens power outage. Businesses are eligible for up to $1.5 million.

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ISSUES: Economy POWER PROBLEMS Date: August 5, 2006 Length: :11 Some business owners opened their utility bills and were shocked to find they're being charged for days they didn't have any power.

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ISSUES: Economy PUMPED UP Date: August 28, 2006 Length: :24 The latest Lund berg survey says the national average for regular gas is $2.84. In New York its $3.08, it’s $281 in New Jersey and 43.07 in Connecticut.

ISSUES: Economy WIRELESS COPS Date: September 13, 2006 Length: :25 The city is going to spend 500‐million dollars to build a wireless network, covering all five boroughs helping police view surveillance video from their patrol cars. The system will take at least five years to install.

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2007 Economy & Transportation

Date: January 18, 2007 ISSUES: Economy POWER PROBLEMS Mayor Bloomberg is defending the chairman of ConEd, following a report on the utility's failures during last summer's blackout in Queens. The Mayor says that fining the company will only result in higher electric bills.

Date: May 21, 2007 ISSUES: Economy HIGH GAS PRICES Gas prices were record high with $3.19, which is a twelve cents increase in two weeks. The highest it has ever been in NYC is $3.15 in 1981.

Date: July 20, 2007 ISSUES: Economy/Consumer MTA FARE HIKE MTA is looking to increase their fares by 5% in order to close an $800 million budget gap.

Date: November 13, 2007 Time: :25 ISSUES: Economy/Travel 20 CENT PUMP HIKE The cost of gas is expected to increase at least 20 cents for the holiday season. Prices have already jumped 25‐cents since last May and now the prices may exceed the national average of $3.22 a gallon.

Date: December 1, 2007 Time: 2:26 ISSUES: Government/Economy SECURITY FUNDING Bureaucrats in Washington are looking to cut critical funds to fight terror in New York City although we are the number one target for terrorists.

Date: December 1, 2007 Time: :34 ISSUES: Government/Economy MTA SECURITY CUT The MTA is eliminating extra platform staffers from subway stations originally intended to assist riders in evacuating subways in case of an emergency. Officials are unhappy with the decision but the MTA says it was never intended to be permanent.

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Date: December 5, 2007 Time: :21 ISSUES: Economy NYC MORTGAGE HELP Mayor Bloomberg announced a new non‐profit organization designed to help New Yorkers manage their mortgage. Thousands across the country have been defaulting on their sub‐prime loans, which is hurting the economy Date: December 11, 2007 Time: 2:00 ISSUES: Economy/Consumer TECH IT OUT/WARRANTY WARNING Fox 5’s Technology Reporter explains the advantages and disadvantages of buying extended warranty for electronic items.

Date: December 16, 2007 Time: :37 ISSUES: Economy/Consumer NO TOLL Politicians from Brooklyn and Queens called on Mayor Bloomberg to curb his "Congestion Pricing Plan.” The idea is to charge all drivers eight dollars to enter Manhattan, below . City leaders say it's not fair because less than 19‐percent of drivers are from Queens and even less from Brooklyn.

Date: December 19, 2007 Time: 4:08 ISSUES: Economy/Commuters METROCARD FARE DEAL The MTA has officially left the standard fare for subway rides at two dollars. The price has increased however for LIRR and Metro North riders as well as those purchase a weekly and/or monthly metro card. Commuters react to decision.

Date: January 24, 2007 ISSUES: Transportation NJ TRANSIT HIKE New Jersey Transit plans on increasing the fare by 10% in order to close a budget deficit of about $60‐million dollars.

Date: February 3, 2007 ISSUES: Transportation SEVEN TRAIN DISRUPTIONS Beginning next Saturday, weekend service will be suspended between Times Square and Queensboro Plaza in . The disruption will continue for the next 6 weekends, while crews do track and signal work.

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Date: February 15, 2007 ISSUES: Transportation JETBLUE STUCK Jet Blue Airlines is taking full responsibility for leaving customers stranded in the airplane for nine hours straight due to weather flight cancellations.

Date: March 10, 2007 ISSUES: Transportation 7 TRAIN WORK For the fifth weekend in a row, the number seven train is still undergoing construction with no service between Woodside 61st street, in Queens and Times Square until 5am Monday. The MTA’s installing new tracks, switches and signals.

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Date: September 4, 2007 ISSUES: Education/Transportation BUS ROUTES Sixteen bus routes have been restored in New York City after 114 bus routes were cut off last winter.

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2007 Consumer

Date: March 23, 2007 ISSUES: Consumer NETFLIX LIBRARY The Brooklyn Public Library plans to team up with Netflix to deliver DVD’s to anyone in the borough who has a library card.

Date: March 23, 2007 ISSUES: Consumer CLINIC NEWARK AIRPORT Newark Airport has just opened a pharmacy and clinic in the shopping concourse of Terminal C. This is the first clinic and pharmacy at an American Airport.

Date: March 26, 2007 ISSUES: Consumer POWER PROBLEMS ConEd officials were in City Hall answering questions about last summer’s blackout in Astoria and Woodside Queens. ConEd says it has spent $1.4 billion upgrading its electrical system in order to avoid another block out.

Date: July 9, 2007 ISSUES: Consumer GLASSES ONLINE The website eyeglassdirect.com makes prescription eyeglasses for as low as twenty eight dollars.

Date: July 13, 2007 ISSUES: Environment/Consumer VESPA FREE PARKING To honor individuals helping to save energy in New York, Vespa importers have purchased free parking spaces for Vespa riders. Forty eight spaces at garages and lots in the Theater District, Midtown, Tribeca and Chinatown. The free parking ends September 30th.

Date: August 3, 2007 ISSUES: Consumer Alert BACKUP POWER WORRIES ConEd is asking all New York City residents to turn off their lights and power if they are not using them due to the excessive heat wave.

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UNITED CREDIT ADJUSTERS An investigative piece uncovering how United Credit Adjusters are tricking people into believing they can fix their credit.

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Date: October 13, 2007 Time: :26 ISSUES: Consumer/Pets DOGS IN DANGER A new website features pups that are going to be put down at shelters across the country. The website even has a countdown clock showing the days or hours until the dogs are destroyed. In the 3 weeks since it's been up, dozens of dogs have found new homes.

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DISASTER CRAWL OR CUT‐ WARNING Date IN TIME DESCRIPTION 11/9/2005 CUT ‐ IN 15:08:33 BOMBS 11/29/2005 CRAWL 9:22:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:02:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:05:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:03:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:22 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:44:48 WEATHER 12/5/2005 CRAWL 9:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:01:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:16:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:46:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:03:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:02:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:30:58 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:18:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:44:48 WEATHER 12/7/2005 CUT‐IN 14:39:15 N/A 12/8/2005 CRAWL 9:15:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:36:46 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:40 WEATHER 196

" CRAWL 10:31:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:23 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:02:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:34:53 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:15:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:33:10 WEATHER 12/9/2005 CRAWL 3:59:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 4:16:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 4:31:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 4:45:00 WEATHER 12/13/2005 CUT ‐ IN 10:59:56 FIRE 12/15/2005 CRAWL 9:12:47 WEATHER " CUT‐IN 12:20:54 N/A " CRAWL 9:31:48 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:02:59 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:10:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:39 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:00:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:33:27 WEATHER 12/16/2005 CUT ‐ IN 4:00:41 MTA STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 4:18:53 MTA STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 4:32:27 MTA STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 4:42:35 MTA STRIKE 12/18/2008 CUT ‐ IN 21:00 BUSH SPEECH 12/19/2008 CUT ‐ IN 10:30:18 BUSH PRESS " CUT ‐ IN 23:11:45 N/A 12/20/2008 CUT ‐ IN 0:01:17 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 2:58:30 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 3:36:04 N/A 12/21/2005 CUT ‐ IN 9:31:42 TRANSIT STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 9:59:59 TRANSIT STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 10:31:19 TRANSIT STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 10:59:57 TRANSIT STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 15:30:27 GOVERNOR 12/22/2005 CUT ‐ IN 4:00:00 MTA STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 10:58:30 MTA STRIKE 197

" CUT ‐ IN 14:28:41 MTA STRIKE " CUT ‐ IN 14:46:15 TRANSIT STRIKE 1/2/2006 CRAWL 9:04:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:31 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:54:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:39:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:13:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:31:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:57 WEATHER 1/3/2006 CRAWL 9:01:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:36:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:03:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:04:26 WEATHER JACKSON HEIGHTS 1/16/2006 CUT ‐ IN 13:10:49 EXPLOSION 1/17/2006 CRAWL 9:00:58 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:37:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:14:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:30:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:30:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:00:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:58 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:30:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:12:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:41:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:46:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:11:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:46:57 WEATHER 1/18/2006 CRAWL 9:00:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:31:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:03:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:21:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:34:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:43:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:05:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:12:19 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:18:52 WEATHER 198

" CRAWL 11:25:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:15:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:46:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:03:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:03:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:01:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:14 WEATHER 1/23/2006 CRAWL 9:04:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:36:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:42:22 WEATHER 1/31/2006 CRAWL 9:01:12 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 11:05:40 ANNA NICOLE " CRAWL 9:39:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:13:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:45:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:00:45 WEATHER 2/6/2006 CRAWL 9:02:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:33:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:09:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:14:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:41:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:30:19 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:33:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:02:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:28 WEATHER 2/10/2006 CRAWL 9:09:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:42:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:22:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:47:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:18:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:31:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:06:26 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:44 WEATHER 2/11/2006 CRAWL 16:44:58 WEATHER " CRAWL 17:12:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 17:38:02 WEATHER 199

" CRAWL 18:44:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:10:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:31:53 WEATHER WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 15:59:43 UPDATE " CUT ‐ IN 16:59:56 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 19:00:04 WEATHER 2/16/2006 CRAWL 9:21:47 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:06:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:22 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:36:26 WEATHER 2/17/2006 CRAWL 10:11:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:43:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:10:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:40:51 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:03:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:31:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:02:26 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31 WEATHER 2/22/2006 CUT ‐ IN 15:27:05 MAYOR PRESS 2/24/2006 CRAWL 9:13:12 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:13:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:45:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:19:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:10:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:14 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 15:18:41 ANTHRAX VICTIM " CRAWL 15:32:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01 WEATHER 3/1/2006 CRAWL 9:05:31 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:45:53 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:03:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:47:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:03:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:02:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:02:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:18:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:03:12 WEATHER 200

" CRAWL 15:33:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:04:23 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:32:28 WEATHER 3/2/2006 CRAWL 9:01:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:32:46 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:12:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:47:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:10:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:08:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:33:46 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 9:59:08 WEATHER WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 10:34:53 UPDATE WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 10:59:56 UPDATE WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:00:00 UPDATE " CRAWL 19:00:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:32:55 WEATHER WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:30:06 UPDATE WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 14:00:12 UPDATE WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 14:59:56 UPDATE " CUT ‐ IN 16:30:13 N/A " CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 3/7/2006 CUT ‐ IN 15:47:50 FIRE CUT ‐ IN N/A N/A 3/15/2006 CRAWL 9:01:38 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:02:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:37:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:05:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:15:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:05:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:04:10 WEATHER 3/21/2006 CUT ‐ IN 10:00:32 BUSH PRESS 3/28/2006 CUT ‐ IN 10:19:09 BUSH PRESS 4/21/2006 CUT ‐ IN 0:06:18 STRIKE 4/24/2006 CRAWL 10:31:21 WEATHER 201

" CRAWL 11:01:56 WEATHER 4/25/2006 CUT ‐ IN 10:09:47 BUSH PRESS MOUSSAOUI 5/3/2006 CUT ‐ IN 16:28:07 VERDICT 5/8/2006 CUT ‐ IN 9:28:57 CIA NOMINATION 5/12/2006 CRAWL 12:14:58 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:34:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:25:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:42:55 WEATHER 5/15/2006 CRAWL 9:00:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:36:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:00:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:07:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:14:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:47:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:22 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:09:10 WEATHER 5/19/2006 CRAWL 11:01:20 WEATHER 5/24/2006 CUT ‐ IN 9:01:49 INSTANBUL FIRE 5/25/2006 CUT ‐ IN 9:06:54 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 9:32:30 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 10:03:00 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 10:44:50 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 11:01:10 N/A 5/26/2006 CRAWL 12:31:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:00:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:26:14 WEATHER 5/29/2006 CRAWL 19:20:15 WEATHER 6/1/2006 CRAWL 13:48:53 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:00:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:46:23 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:54:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:00:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:08:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:20:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:32:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:45:50 WEATHER 6/2/2006 CRAWL 9:02:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:04:03 WEATHER 202

" CRAWL 11:01:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:44:00 WEATHER " CRAWL N/A WEATHER " CRAWL N/A FLOOD " CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 6/8/2006 CUT ‐ IN 3:44:50 AL‐ZARQAWI 6/14/2006 CRAWL 16:18:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:20 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 9:43:51 N/A 6/19/2006 CRAWL 12:31:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:12:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:47:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:12:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:49:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:11:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:41:07 WEATHER 6/20/2006 CRAWL 18:45:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:54:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:00:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:10:17 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:19:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:30:09 WEATHER 6/23/2006 CRAWL 9:30:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:04:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:36:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:03:51 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:19:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:45:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:40:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:37:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:01:30 WEATHER 6/26/2006 CRAWL 12:14:37 WEATHER " CRAC 12:31:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:58 NONE " CRAWL 13:31:51 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:41 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:02:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:27:25 WEATHER 203

" CRAWL 9:49:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:15:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:37:51 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:40:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:40:39 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:47:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:20:57 WEATHER 6/27/2006 CRAWL 9:15:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:45:38 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:29:06 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:01:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:16:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:06 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:19:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:41:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:11:47 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:40:58 WEATHER 6/28/2006 CRAWL 9:00:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:32:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:02:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:31:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:00:55 WEATHER 6/29/2006 CRAWL 19:02:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:33:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:46:39 WEATHER 7/4/2006 CRAWL 14:23:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:41:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:12:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:40:39 WEATHER 7/5/2006 CRAWL 12:15:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:46:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:18 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 9:00:00 NJ GOVERNOR 7/6/2006 CUT ‐ IN 16:43:07 NJ GOVERNOR 7/7/2006 CUT ‐ IN 11:00:23 YES 204

7/11/2006 CRAWL 14:01:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:20:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:43:11 WEATHER 7/12/2006 CRAWL 9:14:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:27:09 WEATHER TORNADO " CRAWL 10:01:05 UPDATE " CRAWL 10:27:51 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:01:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:45:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:11:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:33:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:18:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:48:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:34 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 19:08:58 WEATHER 7/17/2006 CRAWL 10:23:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:43:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:02:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:46:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:15:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:48:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:16:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:48:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:39:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:10:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:41:11 WEATHER 7/18/2006 CRAWL 10:31:31 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:28:06 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:31:13 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 10:22:25 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 11:02:07 HEAT UPDATE " CRAWL 12:02:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:00:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:30:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:55:21 WEATHER 205

" CRAWL 15:39:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:51 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:46:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:01:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:32:00 WEATHER 7/19/2006 CRAWL 12:02:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:00:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:20:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:55:21 WEATHER 7/20/2006 CRAWL 13:00:48 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:42:21 WEATHER " WEATHER 14:03:47 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:30:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:33:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:35:39 WEATHER 7/21/2006 CUT ‐ IN 9:39:46:07 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 9:59:58:25 WEATHER MAYOR'S UPDATE ON POWER " CUT ‐ IN 12:40:20 OUTAGE " CRAWL 13:48:58 AMBER ALERT " CRAWL 15:13:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:20:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:41:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:55:46 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:17:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:40:38 WEATHER BLACKOUT 7/24/2006 CUT ‐ IN 10:22:30 UPDATE 7/28/2006 CRAWL 14:09:48 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:39:12 WEATHER ": CUT ‐ IN 12:33:34 BUSH PRESS " CUT ‐ IN 15:30:02 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 16:00:04 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 16:30:08 WEATHER 8/1/2006 CUT ‐ IN 13:17:19 HEAT ADVISORY " CUT ‐ IN 16:00:47 WEATHER 206

" CUT ‐ IN 16:30:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:19:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:39:58 WEATHER 8/2/2006 CRAWL 9:01:06 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:32:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:00:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:32:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:00:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:40:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:17:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:40 WEATHER " CRA+ 15:32:45 HEAT " CUT ‐ IN 13:12:48 MAYOR PRESS " CUT ‐ IN 16:30:12 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 8/3/2006 CRAWL 9:11:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:35:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:05:51 WEATHER " WEATHER 10:30:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:03:29 WEATHER " CRAWL N/A THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 16:11:50 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 18:48:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:47:10 WEATHER MAYOR'S WEATHER CUT ‐ IN 14:52:43 UPDATE CUT ‐ IN 16:30:12 WEATHER CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 8/5/2006 CUT ‐ IN N/A N/A 8/7/2006 CUT ‐ IN 11:08:06 BUSH SPEAKS 8/10/2006 CRAWL 18:41:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:49:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:12:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:19:41 WEATHER " CRAWL N/A THUNDERSTORM GOVERNOR'S CUT ‐ IN 15:18:20 PRESS 8/17/2006 CUT ‐ IN 22:21:16 AMBER ALERT " CUT ‐ IN 22:33:50 AMBER ALERT " CUT ‐ IN 22:41:23 AMBER ALERT 8/21/2006 CUT ‐ IN 9:59:32 BUSH PRESS 207

8/25/2006 CUT ‐ IN 10:59:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:18:36 WEATHER 8/28/2006 CRAWL 11:18:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:04:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:30:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:03:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:23:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:02:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:19:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:41:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:11:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:41:36 WEATHER 8/29/2006 CRAWL 9:03:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:30:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:36:46 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:02:06 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:34:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:26 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:33:15 WEATHER 91/12006 CRAWL 9:02:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:50:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:01:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:31:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:01:48 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:47:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:31:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:02:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:43 WEATHER WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 18:02:27 UPDATE 9/13/2006 CUT ‐ IN 9:26:04 TRUCK ACCIDENT 9/15/2006 CRAWL 19:01:28 WEATHER NEWS " CUT ‐ IN 11:15:26 CONFERENCE 9/19/2006 CUT ‐ IN 12:13:17 BUSH @ UN 10/10/2006 CUT ‐ IN 13:17:39 JOE TORRE 208

" CUT ‐ IN N/A AMBER ALERT NYC PLANE 10/11/2006 CUT ‐ IN 16:58:10 CRASH NEW 10/12/2006 NONE 16:39:47 CONFERENCE 10/23/2006 CUT ‐ IN 14:57:00 PORT AUTHORITY 10/25/2006 CUT ‐ IN 10:30:16 BUSH PRESS " CUT ‐ IN 11:36:36 N/A 10/27/2006 CRAWL 9:13 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:12 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:04 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 15:04 N/A " CRAWL 14:32 WEATHER 11/8/2006 CRAWL 9:39:23 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:12:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:49:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:44:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:02:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:21:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:24:25 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 12:57:09 N/A " CRAWL 15:55:38 FLASH FLOOD " CUT ‐ IN 15:42:55 SEC. OF DEFENSE " CRAWL 19:32:37 FLOOD WATCH 11/16/2006 CRAWL 9:03:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:04:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:35:57 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:45:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:04:12 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:23:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:12 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:48:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:46:38 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:01:16 WEATHER 209

CRAWL 19:17:51 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 16:45:46 WEATHER 11/21/2006 CRAWL 9:01:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:40:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:05:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:28:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:32:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:46:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:10:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:55:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:16:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:48:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:46:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:48:50 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 16:38:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:16:57 WEATHER 11/23/2006 CRAWL 11:35:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:01:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:04:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:26:18 WEATHER 11/27/2006 CUT ‐ IN 12:32:10 MAYOR NEWS 11/28/2006 CUT ‐ IN 12:01:55 MAYOR NEWS 11/30/2006 CRAWL 9:09:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:44:12 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:22:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:50:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:00:53 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:02:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:09:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:00:58 HIGH WIND CRAWL 16:34:39 HIGH WIND 12/1/2006 CRAWL 11:36:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:01:39 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:47:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:04:47 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:30:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:00:24 WEATHER 210

" CRAWL 16:31:39 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:38:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:46:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:00:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:19:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:33:19 WEATHER 12/22/2006 CUT ‐ IN 11:57:31 N/A 12/30/2006 CUT ‐ IN 18:30:04 FORD FUNERAL 1/1/2007 CRAWL 9:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:33:19 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:31 WEATHER 1/3/2007 CUT ‐ IN 17:21:17 PRESIDENT FORD 1/8/2007 CRAWL 9:01:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:25:00 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 9:44:45 GAS LEAK 1/15/2007 CRAWL 9:05:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 9:25:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:02:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:34:14 WEATHER 1/25/2007 CRAWL 10:05:50 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:30:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:39:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:01:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:38 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:03 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:30:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:30:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:12 WIND CHILL " CRAWL 16:27:27 WIND CHILL 2/1/2007 CRAWL 10:05:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:41:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:44:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:01:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:39:52 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:00:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:23 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:15:22 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:30:44 WEATHER 211

" CRAWL 15:01:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:32:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:32 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:36:25 WEATHER 2/12/2007 CRAWL 10:01:22 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:45:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:04:32 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:03:33 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:00 WEATHER 2/13/2007 CRAWL 13:02:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:27:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:16:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:47:09 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:02:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:33:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:55:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:04:45 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 14:59:49 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 15:29:46 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 16:26:20 WEATHER 2/14/2007 CRAWL 10:04:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:34:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:30:22 WEATHER " CRAWL N/A WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 11:59:50 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 12:29:54 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 12:59:58 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:29:29 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:59:31 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 15:59:55 N/A 2/22/2007 CRAWL 10:02:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:31:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:03:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:38 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:05:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:40 WEATHER 212

" CRAWL 15:02:29 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:30:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:01:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:31:06 WEATHER " CRAWL 18:49:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:01:48 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:21:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:32:56 WEATHER ANNA NICOLE " CUT ‐ IN 15:57:20 VERDICT 2/26/2007 CRAWL 10:06:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:33:30 WEATHER 3/1/2007 CRAWL 10:04:16 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:44:24 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:04:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:18:36 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:49:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:16:47 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:48:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:17:40 FLOOD WATCH " CRAWL 15:42:03 FLOOD WATCH " CRAWL 16:01:08 FLOOD WATCH " CRAWL 16:40:00 FLOOD WATCH 3/2/2007 CRAWL 10:02:27 FLOOD WATCH " CRAWL 10:39:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:09:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:47:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:10:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:50 WEATHER 3/8/2007 CUT ‐ IN 9:10:18 MAYOR PRESS 3/12/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:30:00 N/A 3/15/2007 CRAWL 10:01:42 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:30:45 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:44:35 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:02:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:10:43 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:32:28 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:02:34 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:31:49 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:47:11 WEATHER 213

" CRAWL 15:10:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:42:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:05:01 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:44:27 WEATHER 3/16/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:00:12 WINTER STORM " CUT ‐ IN 12:30:14 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:00:15 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:30:01 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 14:00:08 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 14:23:31 SEAN BELL CASE " CUT ‐ IN 15:00:17 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN N/A BELL INDICTMENT 3/19/2007 CUT ‐ IN 14:53:23 SEAN BELL CASE 3/23/2007 CUT ‐ IN 13:18:33 YES 3/27/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:02:15 BLDG COLLAPSE " CUT ‐ IN 12:18:12 BLDG COLLAPSE 4/5/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:45:10 N/A 4/10/2007 CRAWL 16:18:10 NEWS " CRAWL 16:29:46 NEWS 4/12/2007 CRAWL 11:44:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:02:21 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:17:31 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 19:10:31 N/A 4/13/2007 CUT ‐ IN 11:37:25 CORZINE PRESS " CUT ‐ IN 14:36:30 CORZINE INJURED " CUT ‐ IN 14:54:09 CORZINE INJURED 4/16/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:30:13 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:00:18 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 13:30 N/A " CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 16:14:55 VA TECH KILLINGS " CUT ‐ IN 16:29:52 VA TECH KILLINGS 4/17/2007 CUT ‐ IN 9:23:10 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 14:00:04 N/A 4/18/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:13:14 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 14:05:09 N/A 4/20/2007 CUT ‐ IN N/A PLANE CRASH 4/23/2007 CUT ‐ IN 13:00:55 AMBER ALERT 4/27/2007 CRAWL 12:01:48 WEATHER CUT ‐ IN 10:19:34 N/A " CRAWL 12:34:02 WEATHER 214

" CRAWL 13:03:02 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:36:06 WEATHER 4/30/2007 CUT ‐ IN 13:41:41 CORZINE TRENCH 5/4/2007 CUT ‐ IN N/A COLLAPSE 5/7/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:05:46 NJ SCHOOL BUS " CUT ‐ IN 10:31:37 CORZINE PRESS 5/8/2007 CUT ‐ IN 15:34:50 FORT DIX TERROR 5/15/2007 CUT ‐ IN 14:39:34 YES 5/16/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:06:21 FOREST FIRE press THUNDERSTOR " M 15:48:19 WEATHER " WEATHER 16:09:55 WEATHER WEATHER CUT ‐ IN 13:11:57 UPDATE CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER " CRAWL 19:01:33 WEATHER FOREST & CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 5/17/2007 CRAWL 10:10:33 THUNDERSTORM 5/18/2007 CRAWL 10:33:30 WEATHER GW BRIDGE 6/1/2007 CUT ‐ IN 9:16:55 Incident GW BRIDGE " CUT ‐ IN 9:28:43 Incident 6/4/2007 CRAWL 10:00:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:30:41 WEATHER 6/12/2007 CRAWL 14:17:39 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:53:56 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:01:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:31:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:00:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:34:10 WEATHER SUSPICIOUS PACK 6/13/2007 CUT‐IN 13:50:37 FOUND 6/20/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:34:40 MAYOR PRESS 6/21/2007 CRAWL 16:47:40 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 19:01:22 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 19:19:15 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 19:32:20 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 19:46:31 THUNDERSTORM 6/25/2007 CUT ‐ IN 13:50:42 N/A 6/27/2007 CUT ‐ IN 16:01:30 YES " CUT ‐ IN 16:31:45 POWER OUTAGE 215

6/28/2007 CRAWL 10:03:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:32:04 YES " CRAWL 11:30:54 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:02:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:22 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:18 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:38:58 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:39:31 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:36:16 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 15:59:49 WEATHER CUT ‐ IN 16:32:14 N/A 7/5/2007 CRAWL 15:25:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:48:25 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:03:37 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:21:40 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:44 WEATHER 7/6/2007 CRAWL 15:47:16 WEATHER 7/9/2007 CUT ‐ IN 11:42:30 MAYOR PRESS 7/10/2007 CUT ‐ IN 16:03:30 N/A 7/11/2007 CRAWL 15:30:42 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 15:44:27 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 16:03:45 THUNDERSTORM POLICEMAN 7/14/2007 CUT ‐ IN 19:10:29 DEATH 7/18/2007 CRAWL 12:18:48 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:55:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:24:22 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 10:19:53 WEATHER CUT ‐ IN 10:38:18 WEATHER 7/19/2007 CRAWL 16:46:51 THUNDERSTORM " CRAWL 18:39:59 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 14:15:38 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 14:51:19 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 7/20/2007 CUT ‐ IN 16:37:24 STEAM PIPE 7/23/2007 CUT ‐ IN 9:32:47 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 10:00:02 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 10:29:12 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 12:00:14 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 12:30:15 WEATHER " CUT ‐ IN 13:00:21 WEATHER 216

7/27/2007 CUT ‐ IN N/A WEATHER 7/29/2007 CRAWL 14:35:19 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:33:43 WEATHER 8/2/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:54:50 BUSH PRESS 8/3/2007 CUT ‐ IN N/A N/A " CRAWL 19:33:54 CONED POWER " CRAWL 19:50:47 CONED POWER 8/8/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:34:04 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 11:31:53 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 12:00:13 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 12:20:00 NEWS Conference " CUT ‐ IN 14:20:35 NEWS Conference 8/9/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:30:33 BUSH " CUT ‐ IN 12:24:48 NEWARK Shooting " CUT ‐ IN 13:00:18 NEWARK MAYOR " CRAWL 19:19:23 FLOOD WATCH " CRAWL 19:32:32 FLOOD WATCH " CRAWL 19:48:44 FLOOD WATCH 8/10/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:10:01 FLOODING CRAWL 10:18:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:37:08 WEATHER " CRAWL 11:44:00 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:32:33 WEATHER 8/14/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:00:00 WEATHER 8/17/2007 CRAWL 15:41:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:47:55 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:12:14 WEATHER " CRAWL 16:54:17 WEATHER CUT ‐ IN 15:26:50 GAS EXPLOSION " CUT ‐ IN 16:27:10 WEATHER 8/21/2007 CRAWL 10:02:04 WEATHER " CRAWL 10:33:15 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:01:44 WEATHER " CRAWL 12:31:05 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:01:27 WEATHER " CRAWL 13:31:47 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:01:10 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:32:20 WEATHER " CRAWL 14:47:30 WEATHER " CRAWL 15:19:26 WEATHER 8/23/2007 CUT ‐ IN 14:30:14 N/A 217

" CUT ‐ IN 15:00:00 N/A Gonzales 8/27/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:32:26 Resignation " CUT ‐ IN 11:49:09 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 13:32:18 CITY PRESS 9/13/2007 CUT ‐ IN 21:21:43 BUSH SPEECH 9/14/2007 CUT ‐ IN 14:53:54 N/A 9/17/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:30:17 N/A 9/18/2007 CUT ‐ IN 13:16:18 N/A 9/19/2007 CUT ‐ IN 11:25:09 OJ SIMPSON 9/20/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:44:43 N/A 9/25/2007 CUT ‐ IN 9:58:00 N/A 9/26/2007 CUT ‐ IN 15:24:43 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 16:10:30 N/A 10/2/2007 CUT ‐ IN 11:37:47 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 11:56:20 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 13:47:03 N/A 10/6/2007 CUT ‐ IN 17:14:43 EXPLOSION 10/10/2007 CUT ‐ IN 14:46:00 N/A 10/11/2007 CUT ‐ IN 16:13:44 WEATHER TORNADO " CUT ‐ IN 16:20:00 WARNING " CRAWL 18:49:07 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:03:11 WEATHER " CRAWL 19:52:10 WEATHER 10/15/2007 CUT ‐ IN 13:55:20 ACCIDENT 10/17/2007 CUT ‐ IN 10:43:45 BUSH PRESS " CUT ‐ IN 13:39:15 N/A " CUT ‐ IN 14:00:04 N/A 10/18/2007 CUT ‐ IN N/A JOE TORRE 10/19/2007 CUT ‐ IN 14:03:00 JOE TORRE " CUT ‐ IN N/A AMBER ALERT " CRAWL 15:40:14 WEATHER 10/25/2007 CUT ‐ IN 15:19:15 CA WILDFIRES 10/26/2007 CUT ‐ IN 12:21:18 MEX EXPLOSION " CUT ‐ IN 16:20:35 MEX EXPLOSION 218

#2. Public Affairs Shows (November 1, 2005 – October 31, 2007 A. Names of Shows & number of hours per week

30 MINUTES PER WEEK STREET TALK: PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAMMING

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes YEAR IN REVIEW January 1, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes TUSANMI DISASTER CHARITY SCAMS January 8, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes NEW YORK STATE ECONOMY January 15, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes SKI SAFETY January 22, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes PRIVATIZATION OF SOCIAL SECURITY January 29, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes RIQUE SUPER BOWL COMMERICALS February 5, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes BLACK HISTORY MONTH February 12, 2005 219

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes BEST TOYS AND BOOKS FOR CHILDREN February 19, 2005 Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes 2012 OLYMPICS IN NEW YORK CITY? February 26, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes STEM CELL RESEARCH CONTROVERSY March 5, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes NOISY NEW YORK CITY March 12, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes SAVE DARFUR March 19, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CUTTING COSTS March 26, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes INSOMNIA April 2, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes LEGACY OF POPE JOHN PAUL II April 9, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes INSPIRED TO MAKE DREAMS COME TRUE April 23, 2005 220

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes SAVE THE PLAZA HOTEL April 30, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes ITALIAN AMERICAN EXPRESSION May 7, 2005 Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE May 14, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes DEEP THROAT REVEALED June 11, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes HOMELAND SECURITY OF NYC July 2, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes HOMELAND SECURITY July 9, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CHIEF JUSTICE RETIRES July 16, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes EFFECTS OF 9/11 ON THEATER July 23, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes HARLEM WEEK July 30, 2005 221

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes STATE OF NYC’S SCHOOL SYSTEM August 6, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes DEALING WITH SCHOOL BULLIES August 13, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes THE MAYORAL RACE September 10, 2005 Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes HURRICANE KATRINA RELIEF September 17, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes THE MAYORAL RUN‐OFF September 24, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes INTERNET AND OFF‐SHORE BETTING October 1, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes AVOID PLASTIC SURGERY DISASTERS October 8, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes BREAST CANCER AWARENESS October 22, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes HALLOWEEN SAFETY 222

October 29, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes LEGACY OF ROSA PARKS November 5, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes DOMESTIC VIOLENCE November 12, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY PREVIEW November 19, 2005

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Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY SAFETY December 3, 2005

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes SMART MONEY TIPS FOR 2006 January 7, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. January 14, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes NIXZMARY BROWN AND CHILD ABUSE January 20, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes BROKEBACK MOUTAIN January 28, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CORETTA SCOTT KING February 4, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes THE DA VINCI CODE CONTROVERSEY February 11, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes PROTECT YOUR KID ON THE INTERNET February 18, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes BLACK HISTORY MONTH February 25, 2006 224

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes DANA REEVE AND WOMEN AND LUNG CANCER March 18, 2006 Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CONTROVERSIAL MOVIES March 25, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes BROOKLYN LIVES April 1, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes YMCA AND STRONG KIDS April 8, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes MEDICARE PART D April 22, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes STUTTERING April 28, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes IMMIGRATION BILL 4437 May 6, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes KIDS AND OBESITY May 13, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes AMAZING TEENS May 20, 2006 225

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes MCDONALD’S GOSPELFEST July, 15, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes HARLEM WEEK July 22, 2006 Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes LATIN HIP HOP July 29, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes KATRINA August 5, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes WORLD TRADE CENTER MOVIE August 11, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes FEMALE BODY IMAGE September 2, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CROHN’S DISEASE September 15, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes LATIN HERITAGE October 21, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes BREAST CANCER AWARENESS October 28, 2006 226

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes ELECTION 2006 November 4, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CHILDHOOD OBESITY November 11, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes PREMATURITY November 18, 2006 Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes PEOPLE DOING GREAT THINGS IN THE COMMUNITY December 2, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS December 9, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes HOLIDAY BEST BESTS December 23, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes SMART MONEY TIPS FOR END OF YEAR FINANCES December 30, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION January 6, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes THE ABOLISH THE “N” WORD? January 13, 2007 227

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CERVICAL CANCER January 20, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes WOMEN AND HEART DISEASE January 27, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes BLACK HISTORY MONTH February 3, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes HIP HOP’S & YOUTH CULTURE February 17, 2007 Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes THE SKINNY ON THE SKINNY MODEL February 23, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH March 3, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes OFF BROADWAY AND DIVERSITY March 10, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes SEAN BELL CASE March 25, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes PRESCIPTION DRUG ABUSE March 31, 2007 228

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes THE NATIONAL PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE

Good Day Street Talk MCDONALD’S GOSPELFES 4/7/07, 4/8/07

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes DON IMUS & RUTGERS WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM 4/14/07, 4/15/07

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes EXTRAORDINARY TEENS 4/21/07

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes GANG VIOLENCE April 27, 2007 & April 28, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes SCHOOL VIOLENCE May 5, 2007 & May 6, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE RECAP June 16, 2007 & June 17, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes NEWS OF THE WEEK ‐ ROUNDTABLE July 1, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes SUMMER SAFETY July 14th & July 15, 2007 229

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes JOB HUNTING

July 21st, & July 22, 2007 Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes CLIMATE CHANGE & CONSERVATION TIPS July 28, 2007, & July 29, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes GIVE BLOOD! August 17, 2007, & August 18, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes A HIGH 5! August 25, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes LABOR DAY 101 September 1, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes SEPTEMBER 11TH ‐ 6 YEARS LATER September 8, 2007 Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CRHONE’S AND COLITIS DISEASE September 15, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CROHN’S AND COLITIS DISEASE‐ October 6, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes KIDNEY DISEASE AWARENESS October 13, 2007 230

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS October 20, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes BREAST CANCER AWARENESS October 27, 2007

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Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes CHRONE’S AND COLITIS DISEASE (Original airdate: Sept 15, 2006) & October 7, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes LATIN HIP HOP (Original Airdate: July 29, 2006) & October 14, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes CHILDHOOD OBESITY (Original Airdate: November 11, 2006) & December 16, 2006

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes MCDONALD’S GOSPELFES 4/7/07, 4/8/07

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes DON IMUS & RUTGERS WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM 4/14/07, 4/15/07

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes GANG VIOLENCE April 27, 2007 & April 28, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes SCHOOL VIOLENCE May 5, 2007 & May 6, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH (Re‐run) May 19, 2007 & May 20, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE RECAP 232

June 16, 2007 & June 17, 2007

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Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS (Re‐run) June 23, 2007 & June 24, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes SKINNY ON THE SKINNY MODEL (Re‐run) June 30, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes SUMMER SAFETY July 14th & July 15, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS (Re‐run) June 23, 2007 & June 24, 2007

July 21st, & July 22, 2007 Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes CLIMATE CHANGE & CONSERVATION TIPS July 28, 2007, & July 29, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes GIVE BLOOD! August 17, 2007, & August 18, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CLIMATE CHANGE & CONSERVATION TIPS (Re‐run) – September 22, 2007

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes SKINNY ON THE SKINNY MODEL (Re‐run) ‐ September 29, 2007

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PARADE COVERAGE

90 minutes THE 49th NATIONAL PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE AIR DATE: 06/11/06

2 Hours THE 50TH ANNUAL NATIONAL PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE AIR DATE: 06/10/07

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#2. Public Affairs Shows (November 1, 2005 – October 31, 2007 B. List of types of stories covered.

2005

YEAR IN REVIEW Year in review and how to get fit for the New Year is discussed.

TSUNAMI DISASTER CHARITY SCAMS How to avoid Tsunami Disaster Relief Charity Scams is discussed and information legitimate charity organization you can donate to is also offered.

NEW YORK STATE ECONOMY Charles Gargano of the Empire State Development Corporation talks about economy of New York, the public hearings on a proposed new Jets Stadium in Manhattan, the expansion of the Jacob Javits Convention Center, and the rebuilding of Manhattan.

SKI SAFETY One skier died in a massive avalanche in Park City, Utah while four other skiers are still missing. The guests talked about safety on the slopes and thins you can do to protect yourself.

PRIVATIZATION OF SOCIAL SECURITY Bushes plans to privatize social security is discussed by Deroy Murdock a syndicated columnist for the National Review, and Greg Anrig of Century Foundation.

RISQUE SUPER BOWL COMMERICALS Advertising expert Bernice Kanner talk about some of the Super Bowl commercials that have been pulled because they were too risqué.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH The Schomberg Center’s exhibit on the African American Migration Experience is featured and the accomplishments of African Americans like Ossie Davis, Thurgood Marshall, and Althea Gibson was discussed.

BEST TOYS AND BOOKS FOR CHILDREN Kim Klemen of Consumer Reports, Miriam of Child Magazine, and Julie Livingston with the Toy Industry Association discus the best new toys for kids and how to safely buy books, and toys for children over the internet. 236

2012 OLYMPICS IN NEW YORK CITY? New York has put in a bid for the 2012 Olympics and Assemblywoman Deborah Glick and discusses the economic and cultural impact this could have on the city of New York.

STEM CELL RESEARCH CONTROVERSY Stem Cell research debated between advocates and the Catholic League. 237

NOISY NEW YORK CITY James Ford discusses new noise code proposed by New York City Council. Arline Bronzaft of New York City Council on Environment and Robert Bookman of the New York Nightlife Association debated this topic.

SAVE DARFUR Human Rights Activist David Rubenstein of the Save Darfur Coalition, along with Iain Levine of Human Rights Watch, UN Rep for Human Rights, Cathy Fitzpatrick joined our roundtable discussion to talk about the “SAVE DARFUR” letter writing campaign.

CUTTING COSTS Chris Gailus talks to the experts about rises gas prices and how to reduce your cost with a look at New hybrid/economy cars.

INSOMNIA A survey from the National Sleep Foundation reveals most Americans are an average of 6.9 hours of sleep each night. Experts on the show say we need between seven and nine hours of sleep. Dr. Gary Zammit, Founder of the Sleep Disorder’s Institute at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital came on to discuss.

LEGACY OF POPE JOHN PAUL II The life of Pope John Paul II is featured on “Good Day Street Talk”. Father Guy Selvester of the St. Matthews Church of the Apostle in Edison, NJ talking about the Life and Legacy of Pope John Paul II.

INSPIRED TO MAKE DREAMS COME TRUE A Doctor turned 8th Grade teacher follows his dreams to the classroom, and a woman who could not read learned how at the age of 46 years of age. People who followed their dreams are featured during the show.

SAVE THE PLAZA HOTEL Neil Scott Johnson a doorman at the Plaza Hotel along with Miki Naftali came on to talk about the “Save the Plaza” movement.

ITALIAN AMERICAN EXPRESSION A new exhibit at the Italian American Museum makes headlines. It is called “Architecture of Devotion: Italian American Religious Expression in New York City.” Mark Joyella sits down and talks with the photographer and curator of the exhibit.

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES YOUNG PEOPLE Lyn Brown talks to the non‐profit organization BCA which is an educational and networking organization of hospital and food that creates exposure and education for professionals of color. 238

DEEP THROAT REVEALED Mark Felt is Deep Throat. Kistren Powers Democratic Consultant, Krill Goncharenko, Republican Consultant, and Don Clarey, a Nixon Campaign worker, talk about Watergate and debate where Mark Felt is a hero or a traitor.

REAL ESTATE BOOM The Real Estate Market boom could possibly bust. Barbara Kiviate of Time Magazine offers her opinion.

HOMELAND SECURITY OF NYC Angela McGlowan discussed Homeland Security of the City of New York with State Senator Michael Balboni.

CHIEF JUSTICE RETIRES Supreme Justice Sarah O’ Connor retires, with Chief Justice Williams Rehnquist not far behind. Host Angela McGlowan chats with Lillian Rodriquez‐Lopez of the Hispanic Federation and Julie Roginsky, Democratic Strategist about who President Bush may appoint to these two positions.

EFFECTS OF 9/11 ON THEATER New York’s economy took a beating following the attacks of September 11th especially the film, and theater industry. We talk to Jed Bernstein, President of the League of American Theaters and Producers, and Katherine Oliver, Commissioners at the Mayor’s office of Film, Theater and Broadcasting.

HARLEM WEEK The history of Harlem Week, the economic and political power is discussed by Manhattan Borough President C. Virginia Fields, Lloyd President and CEO for the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce, and Jeff Burns Associate Publisher of Ebony.

STATE OF NYC’S SCHOOL SYSTEM The State of New York City’s School System is discussed by City Council Speaker , Councilmember Robert Jackson, Education Reporter for the New York Post Dave Andreatta, David Banks Principle of Eagle Academy.

DEALING WITH SCHOOL BULLIES It’s back to school and Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Jeff Gardere, and Curtis Silwa come on to talk about bullies at school.

THE RACE FOR MAYOR Angela McGlowan interviews Democratic Mayoral Candidates: Congressman , Former Bronx Borough President , City Council Speaker 239

Gifford Miller, and Manhattan Borough President C. Virginia Fields about overcrowding in schools, terrorism, the unemployment rate, and affordable housing.

HURRICANE KATRINA RELIEF Christoph Gorder, of The not‐for‐profit organization, “Americares”, Pastor, Sheila Ingram‐Cameron of The Church of Harlem Worship Center, and Jo Sullivan of the ASPCA of New York City comes on to talk about Hurricane Katrina Relief.

THE MAYORAL RUN‐OFF The Mayoral Race between Ferdnando Ferrer and Mike Bloomberg heats up. Political Consultant, Julie Roginsky, Leonard Greens of the New York Post, and Political Analyst Ed Clancy discuss this tight race.

INTERNET AND OFF‐SHORE BETTING Angela McGlowan chat with Frank Fahrenkopf, President and CEO of the American Gaming Association and Tom Kenny the Director of Game Pro at the Pederson Krag Center in Huntington, Long Island and gambling on the internet, off‐shore betting, and gambling as an addiction.

AVOID PLASTIC SURGERY DISASTERS Lucy Noland talked to Plastic Surgery Experts about the newest plastic surgery procedures, And how to avoid plastic surgery disasters.

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS Jodi Applegate talks to Michelle Blackwood of the Connie Dwyer Breast Cancer Center of St. Michaels Medical Center about the latest developments in Breast Cancer cures. She also talked to breast cancer a survivor from the Young Survival Coalition.

HALLOWEEN SAFETY Halloween Safety experts talked about keeping your children out of harms way, how to sift through your kids’ candy, and how to watch for possible sex offenders.

LEGACY OF ROSA PARKS Rosa Parks passes away and Lyn Brown talk to Debo Adegbila of the of NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Harriet Michel, President, National Minority Supplier Development Council, and City Councilmember, Robert Jackson about her legacy.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Survivors of Domestic Violence tell their story of survival and how to get out of an abusive relationship.

THANKGIVING HOLIDAY PREVIEW 240

The Thanksgiving Holiday is here and Street Talk gives some information about Broadway show you can take your kids to over the holiday weekend.

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY SAFETY Street Talk offers tips on how to have a safe and healthy holiday. John Drengenberg, manager of consumer affairs with underwriter lab comes to offer Christmas light and tree safety tips.

HOW TO WINTERIZE YOURSELF Frigid temperatures hit the big apple and Lyn Brown talked to Dr. Stephen Smith of St. Michael’s Hospital in Newark, New Jersey about how to avoid cold and flu. She also talked to a car expert on how to winterize your car.

REAL ESTATE BOOM Lucy Noland talks to Charles Payne, Fox News contributor and CEO of Strategies, an independent research firm, about the housing boom, interest rates, and mortgages.

TOURISM AND ECONOMY OF NYC Chris Gailus takes a look at the state of the city for the year two‐thousand and six. He talked to Christine Nicholas of NYC & Company, sports analyst Adam Garnett and Andy Marchand NY Post about tourism, the economy and the building boom in the city of New York.

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2006

SMART MONEY TIPS FOR 2006 A discussion about smart ways on how to save, invest, and spend personal finances. Tips included how to deal with the credit card companies and debt, wall street market picks and which stocks are on the rebound, and which banks offer the best interest for savings. Guests included Leigh Galagher, Sr. Editor of Smart Money Magazine, and Tanisha Sykes, Consumer Editor for Black Enterprise.

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. The life of civil activist and leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is highlighted in honor of his birthday which is on January 16th.

NIXZMARY BROWN AND CHILD ABUSE The heartbreaking story of 7 year old Nixzmary Brown who died at the hands of her parents, and who has captured the hearts of everyone. Discussions included what is being done in the criminal case, as well as how to recognize the signs of abuse. Guests included Violet Rittenhour, a member of the NYC Administration for Children's Services Parent Advisory, and Dr. Jeffrey Gardere, a family psychologist.

BROKEBACK MOUTAIN A discussion about , a movie that shows two gay cowboys fall in love.

CORETTA SCOTT KING Former Manhattan Borough President, C. Virginia Fields, and Leslie Cagan National Coordinator of the United for Peace Justice joined Street Talk to talk about the passing and legacy of Coretta Scott King.

THE DA VINCI CODE CONTROVERSEY The controversy surrounding the movie "The Da Vinci Code" has started even though the film doesn't hit theatres until May.

PROTECT YOUR KID ON THE INTERNET Regina Lewis with AOL, along with psychologist, Dr. Jeff Gardere and Suffolk County Police Commissioner came on Street Talk to discuss how parents can protect their children child from predators on the internet.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH Niger Innis, National Spokesman for the congress of racial equality and John Mc Whorter, author of "winning the race" joined us in studio to talk about Black History Month.

DANA REEVE AND WOMEN AND LUNG CANCER 242

Just 10 months after her husband's and now Dana Reeve her self dies from lung cancer. Joann Koldare from NYC Coalition for a Smoke‐Free City, Dr. Avi Barbasch and Marilena Greg from the American Cancer society joined us to talk about lung cancer in the U.S.

In 2006 there will be about 174,470 new cases of lung cancer in the united states: 92,700 among men and 81,770 among women. About 162,460 people will die of this disease: 90,330 men and 72,130 women.

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CONTROVERSIAL MOVIES Quite a few movies are coming out and are causing quite a stir. "V for Vendetta”, “The Da Vinci Code, and “World Trade Center” are just a few of these movies. Belinda Luscombe with Time Magazine and Deven Gordon from magazine joined us to talk about the Nations readiness for a movies like “World Trade Center”, and appropriateness of “V for Vendetta” a movie that celebrates terrorism.

BROOKLYN LIVES Joy Williams founder of Brooklyn Lives an organization committed to educating Brooklynites about the state of HIV/AIDS as well as Michael Saunders a Community Activist and survivor of HIV/AIDS joined us to discuss the rise in HIV/AIDS cases in New York City. They also discussed new curriculum that teaches kindergarten students about this deadly disease.

YMCA AND STRONG KIDS President and CEO, Jack Lund, along with Dr. Shelly Wimpfheimer, Vice President of Youth and Family services came on Street Talk to talk about their campaign of building strong and healthy children. They also talked about health and wellness. Other guest include Tanya Belton‐Olavarria, parent, and teen Carlos Restropo. They both talked about their great experience with the YMCA.

MEDICARE PART D The controversy over a new prescription drug plan for seniors and those with disabilities was discussed. The dialogue included the May 15th deadline, and how seniors could help with filling out paper work for Medicare Part D. Guest included Amy Bernstein, NYC Department of Aging, Mario Tapia, Director of the Latino Erotological Center and Doris Cologne Director of Senior Services at Goddard Riverside Community Center.

STUTTERING We talked with a theater company called Our Time Theater Company that works with children and teens who stutter. Turns out when the children involved in this group don’t stutter when performing. Guest include Taro Alexander, founder and director, and his company.

IMMIGRATION BILL 4437 Guests Evelyn Hernandez of El Diaro, and Univision’s Morning show Anchor Antonio Martinez came on to talk about Immigration Bill 4437 and the May Day protests.

KIDS AND OBESITY At least one‐third of children in this country are obese. Three‐time Olympian Joetta Clark along with internist, Dr. Margarita Maya discussed this problem and the solutions to get rid of childhood obesity.

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There are some amazing teens right here in the tri‐state area and we met a few. Some are magazine publishers, own web design businesses, and can recite prose from Shakespeare to Maya Angelo.

MCDONALD’S GOSPELFEST A discussion about the McDonald’s Gospel fest and how this event helps to raise scholarship monies for college students.

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HARLEM WEEK A talk about an economic boom that has lead to a renaissance in Harlem is had. The discussion also included start‐up businesses, real estate, and Harlem Week. Guest included Tony Rogers of the Harlem Chamber of Commerce, two new business owners of Harlem Lanes and Pier 2110.

LATIN HIP HOP We met with Latin Hip Hop star Pitbill, Vibe Senior Writer Celia San Miguel, and Rashaun Hall of hip hop website Sohn. They talked about Latin Hip Hop, Reggaeton, and their differences and similarities.

KATRINA Victims of Katrina told us their story of survival and how they organized an event for artist to express their experience at Long Island University in Brooklyn. We also talked with Ade Williams of the Harlem Chamber of Commerce and how they are doing their part to give instruments to musicians who lost their instruments in the hurricane.

WORLD TRADE CENTER MOVIE Family member of those who died on September 11th talked about the Paramount film “World Trade Center”. Most of them said they were glad they saw it although it was tough to watch.

FEMALE BODY IMAGE Fashion and tabloid magazine are notorious for showing women who are appear to be way under weight. Experts from National Eating Disorders Association, a survivor of anorexia‐nervosa, and a physician discussed this topic.

CROHN’S DISEASE Crohn’s Disease not something people like to seat around the dinner table and talk about but it’s a debilitating disease for those who have it and we talked about it with one woman who was diagnosed with this disease at 12 years of age, a 16 year old who has it, and a doctor who offered background information on the disease. We also discussed the “Gut & Glory Walk” that is being held on Saturday, October 7th at 11am.

CHRONE’S AND COLITIS DISEASE Crohn’s and Colitis are two diseases that affect over 2 million people, mostly young people. They both affect the gastrointestinal system of the body. It can be painful and embarrassing illness. We talked to some victims of the disease who are hosting a walk called “Rhondell’s Guts and Glory Walk” to bring awareness to this disease.

LATIN HIP HOP We met with Latin Hip Hop star Pitbill, Vibe Senior Writer Celia San Miguel, and Rashaun Hall of hip hop website Sohn. They talked about Latin Hip Hop, Reggaeton, and their differences and similarities. 246

LATIN HERITAGE A lively discussion on how Latin Americans are influences mainstream media. We talked with the executive producer and hosts of Latination and American Latino.

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS Survivors of Breast Cancer told their stories of how they dealt with their diagnoses. Geralyn Lucas, Author “Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy”, along with Cheryl Brannan, founder of Sister to Sister International, a support group for women of color came on to share their survivor stories. ELECTION 2006 Political analyst talked about the mid‐term elections and who they believed will be the winners and losers. They also discussed who may be the runner for the 2008 Presidential Election. Guests included Political Analyst, Costa Panagopoulus, Republican Strategist Jonathan Greenspan, and Democratic Strategist Julie Roginsky.

CHILDHOOD OBESITY Childhood obesity is a huge problem in America. Fifteen percent of children are obese and so internist Dr. Holly Phillips joined the show to talk about this problem. Other guests included Chef Michael Tivy, and Fitness expert Celia Kibler.

PREMATURITY Recent reports say premature births have risen by more than 12 percent. We talked to mothers of children born prematurely and met their children. We also discussed prematurity with the March of Dimes.

PEOPLE DOING GREAT THINGS IN THE COMMUNITY We met Jeremiah Drake an artist and domestic violence activist who has personally taken victims of domestic violence to a plastic surgeon to have scars removed. We also talked to Melissa Sohn, a jewelry designer, was diagnosed with skin cancer and since her diagnoses has formed a foundation called Live4Life and it raised fund for skin cancer research.

HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS Business owners, Lisa Price of Carol’s Daughter, and Dawn Sanders along with Alfred Edmonds of Black Enterprise Magazine discussed how to start a business.

HOLIDAY BEST BESTS We discussed best movies, Broadway shows, and restaurants to got to over the holiday. We also offered charities to donate your time to over the break.

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We talked with money coach Lynnette Khalfani about getting out of debt. Certified Public Accountant Ginger Broderick offered year end tax tips, and Anthony Hernandez of Charles Schwab offered investment advice.

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NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION A discussion about making New Year’s Resolutions and how to keep them. We talked with psychologist, Dr. Jeff Gardere, and Women’s Health Magazine editor, Jenny Everett. We also talked to two women about making dreams come true and how they started their own baby food company.

THE ABOLISH THE “N” WORD? We talked to Dr. Boyce Watkins from Syracuse University, Reverend Forrest Pritchett of Seton Hall University, a New York City School Administrator Pepper Bonay, and Spoken Word Artist Mo Beasely about the use of the “N” word in our culture among young people, and how it was used by Michael Richards.

CERVICAL CANCER January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. We spoke with Dr. Carol Brown of Memorial Sloan Kettering about the HPV vaccine. We also talked to a cervical cancer survivor. A Physician Assistant who works with teens girls discussed the controversy to administer the HPV vaccine to pre‐adolescent girls.

WOMEN AND HEART DISEASE Cardiac arrest patient, Julie Lycksell, told her story of survival while Dr. Harmony Reynolds offered the latest information on heart disease and tips on how to stay heart healthy. We also talked to Women’s Day Editor Jane Chesnutt about “Go Red for Women Day”.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH We discussed about African Americans making history in Hollywood like Jennifer Hudson. We also discussed a new book called Forever Harlem and we highlighted Black History exhibits to visit.

HIP HOP’S & YOUTH CULTURE We discussed Hip Hop’s influence on youth culture with scholars from Princeton University, Penn State University, Rapper Papoose, and Hip Hop Pastor Reverend Darren Ferguson.

THE SKINNY ON THE SKINNY MODEL Fashion experts discuss pressure for models to stay skinny and how it translates into our culture.

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH Workplace experts discuss female success in their careers and women in politics. We also talked to two successful women who work in male dominated fields‐one a contractor and the other a linewoman for ConEd. 249

OFF BROADWAY AND DIVERSITY We meet the stars of two Off Broadway show that explore the diversity of New York City. In The Heights takes us uptown to Washington Heights where one family struggles to put their daughter through college. The other show My Fathers Jewish, My Mother’s Italian and I’m in Therapy show us the humor in our cultures.

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SEAN BELL CASE We talked to the lawyers who represent the Sean Bell Family about the Grand Jury Indictment. We also discussed how police officers sometimes have to make a split second decision to use deadly force with former a NYPD Police lieutenant.

PRESCIPTION DRUG ABUSE We talked with experts about the increase in prescription drug abuse.

THE NATIONAL PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE WNYW broadcast live coverage of the 50th Annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade. The telecast began Sunday, June 10th at 11 am and ended on FOX‐5 at 1:00pm. It then continued on our sister station WWOR/MY9. Coverage included public officials, and highlighted the Puerto Rican City of Ponce.

MCDONALD’S GOSPELFEST Dari Alexander chatted with Gospel artists Cissy , J Moss, and Morris Robinson about the impact of gospel music on mass culture. They also talked about McDonald’s Scholarship program.

DON IMUS & RUTGERS WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM A roundtable discussion took place to discuss the awful words Don Imus used to describe the Rutgers Women’s Basketball Team.

EXTRAORDINARY TEENS Ron Corning met up with some extraordinary teens that are learning what it takes to start their own business, market products, and become a chef.

GANG VIOLENCE There are some 750,000 young people between the ages of 12 and 24 involved in gang violence in The United States. Lisa Evers sat down and talked with some former gang members who are now youth counselors and some have even started their own youth violence prevention programs.

SCHOOL VIOLENCE An in depth look at school violence as it pertains to Virginia Tech, The Amish School House in Pennsylvania, Columbine, and others was discussed by school violence experts, sociologist, educators, school security experts and more.

PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE RECAP Lisa Evers recapped the flavor, the culture, and the music of the National Puerto Rican Day Parade.

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Business owners, Lisa Price of Carol’s Daughter, and Dawn Sanders along with Alfred Edmonds of Black Enterprise Magazine discussed how they started their own business. They offered practical tips on how to do it yourself.

SKINNY ON THE SKINNY MODEL Fashion experts discuss pressure for models to stay skinny and how it translates into our culture.

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NEWS OF THE WEEK ‐ ROUNDTABLE Top stories of the week which include New York City Power Outage, September 11th air quality, congestion prices, rent hikes and more are discussed by editors from the New York Sun, Metro New York, City Journal, and New York Observer.

SUMMER SAFETY Anchor Rick Folbaum takes a summer safety quiz given by Dr. Ruth Borgen, Director of Emergency Pediatrics for Hackensack Medical Center. She explains why the summer season has the highest number of deaths among young people and how to prevent accidents from happening. We also discuss pool safety with the American Red Cross and how to travel safely with your children.

JOB HUNTING Interviewing and networking tips for recent college grads are offered from the experts at Yahoo! Hotjobs, Wall Street Career Journal, and the author of Million Dollar Networking.

CLIMATE CHANGE & CONSERVATION TIPS Global warming is debated by Bill Chameides, a scientist from Environmental Defense, and Dennis Avery the author of the Unstoppable Global Warming. We meet one Liberty Science Center journalist who tells us about her journey to the Bering Sea. We also learn some conservation tips.

GIVE BLOOD! The end of August is one the worst times of the year for blood centers. We talk to the experts from New York Blood Center about the importance of donating blood and we meet some one woman who has been diagnosed with a rare blood disease and benefits from blood donation.

A HIGH 5! In our High 5! series we take a look at people, and organizations doing great things in their community like Big Brothers, Big Sisters, The Ghetto Film School, Mentoring USA, and more.

LABOR DAY 101 We learn the real meaning of Labor Day from a Seton Hall University professor whose expertise is labor relations. She explains how Labor Day is actually a tribute and a day off for workers. We also celebrate Day one of the biggest cultural festivals happening in the city over the Labor Day weekend.

SEPTEMBER 11TH ‐ 6 YEARS LATER We discuss the September 11th illness, post‐traumatic stress syndrome and why 6 years later people are still suffering with an expert from World Trade Center Family Center.

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CLIMATE CHANGE & CONSERVATION TIPS Global warming is debated by Bill Chameides, a scientist from Environmental Defense, and Dennis Avery the author of the Unstoppable Global Warming. We meet one Liberty Science Center Journalist who tells us about her journey to the Bearing Sea. We also learn some conservation tips.

CROHN’S AND COLITIS DISEASE Crohn’s and Colitis are two diseases that affect over 2 million people, mostly young people. They both affect the gastrointestinal system of the body. It can be painful and embarrassing illness. We talked to some victims of the disease who are hosting a walk called “Rhondell’s Guts and Glory Walk” to bring awareness to this disease.

KIDNEY DISEASE AWARENESS Dr. Sapna Parikh talked to Dr. Ira Meisels and Richard Stockinger who was diagnosed with Kidney Disease about surviving this disease. She also talked to Casey Casperino a child survivor who started a Kidney Disease fundraiser at her middle school. Ingrid Montecino President of The National Kidney Foundation also joined the panel to promote The New York City Kidney Walk.

HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS Business owners, Lisa Price of Carol’s Daughter, and Dawn Sanders along with Alfred Edmonds of Black Enterprise Magazine discussed how they started their own business. They offered practical tips on how to do it yourself.

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS Jodi Applegate talked with Breast Cancer Survivor and experts about living with the disease, diagnoses, treatment, and prevention.

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THE 49th NATIONAL PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE WNYW broadcast live coverage of the 49th Annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade. The telecast began at 11:00 am until 1:30 pm and then aired from 1:30 to 3:00 pm on sister station WWOR. Coverage included dignitaries from , as well as public officials such as New Jersey Governor , and U.S. Senator Robert Menendez.

THE 50TH ANNUAL NATIONAL PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE WNYW broadcast live coverage of the 50th Annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade. The telecast began at 11:00 am until 1:30 pm and then aired from 1:30 to 3:00 pm on sister station WWOR. Coverage included dignitaries from Puerto Rico and highlighted the town of Ponce as the event celebrated its 50th Anniversary.

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#3. Political Programming A. Coverage of political issues in news & public affairs shows.

Public Affairs Shows

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes January 15, 2005 Charles Gargano of the Empire State Development Corporation talks about economy of New York, the public hearings on a proposed new Jets Stadium in Manhattan, the expansion of the Jacob Javits Convention Center, and the rebuilding of Manhattan.

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes January 29, 2005 Bushes plans to privatize social security is discussed by Deroy Murdock a syndicated columnist for the National Review, and Greg Anrig of Century Foundation.

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes February 26, 2005 New York has put in a bid for the 2012 Olympics and Assemblywoman Deborah Glick and discusses the economic and cultural impact this could have on the city of New York.

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes March 12, 2005 James Ford discusses new noise code proposed by New York City Council. Arline Bronzaft of New York City Council on Environment and Robert Bookman of the New York Nightlife Association debated this topic.

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes June 11, 2005 Mark Felt is Deep Throat. Kistren Powers Democratic Consultant, Krill Goncharenko, Republican Consultant, and Don Clarey, a Nixon Campaign worker, talk about Watergate and debate where Mark Felt is a hero or a traitor.

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July 9, 2005 Angela McGlowan discussed Homeland Security of the City of New York with State Senator Michael Balboni.

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Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes July 16, 2005 Supreme Justice Sarah O’ Connor retires, with Chief Justice Williams Rehnquist not far behind. Host Angela McGlowan chats with Lillian Rodriquez‐Lopez of the Hispanic Federation and Julie Roginsky, Democratic Strategist about who President Bush may appoint to these two positions.

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes August 6, 2005 The State of New York City’s School System is discussed by City Council Speaker Gifford Miller, Councilmember Robert Jackson, Education Reporter for the New York Post Dave Andreatta, David Banks Principle of Eagle Academy.

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes August 20, 2005 Angela McGlowan interviews Democratic Mayoral Candidates: Congressman Anthony Weiner, Former Bronx Borough President Fernando Ferrer, City Council Speaker Gifford Miller, and Manhattan Borough President C. Virginia Fields about overcrowding in schools, terrorism, the unemployment rate, and affordable housing.

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes September 24, 2005 The Mayoral Race between Ferdnando Ferrer and Mike Bloomberg heats up. Political Consultant, Julie Roginsky, Leonard Greens of the New York Post, and Political Analyst Ed Clancy discuss this tight race.

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes CORETTA SCOTT KING February 4, 2006 Former Manhattan Borough President, C. Virginia Fields, and Leslie Cagan National Coordinator of the United for Peace Justice joined Street Talk to talk about the passing and legacy of Coretta Scott King.

Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes IMMIGRATION BILL 4437 May 6, 2006 Guests Evelyn Hernandez of El Diaro, and Univision’s Morning show Anchor Antonio Martinez came on to talk about Immigration Bill 4437 and the May Day protests. 258

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Good Day Street Talk 30 Minutes SEAN BELL CASE March 25, 2007 We talked to the lawyers who represent the Sean Bell Family about the Grand Jury Indictment. We also discussed how police officers sometimes have to make a split second decision to use deadly force with former a NYPD Police lieutenant.

Good Day Street Talk 60 Minutes DON IMUS & RUTGERS WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM 4/14/07, 4/15/07 A roundtable discussion took place to discuss the awful words Don Imus used to describe the Rutgers Women’s Basketball Team.

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2006

Sept. 17th Patricia Kennedy dies: sister of joke passed away at 82 years old. Cigarette tax presser: council member David Weprin of queens wanted to stop high sale tax on cigarettes

McGreevy: controversy about former NJ governor's book ""confession."

Ann Richards funeral: former funeral

NY tax rebates: NYS sent out 700million dollars in tax rebate

Bush un preview: bush and Iran’s president were both at the un general assembly Save Darfur coalition: a rally in central park to send a message to the un about the genocide in Darfur

Mexico: Manuel Obrador launched a parallel government after loosing the presidential race to Felipe Calderon

Lebanon Spanish troops: Spanish troops arrived in southern Lebanon

Sept 18th Bush un preview: Iran’s president and president bush will both be at the u‐n Save Darfur coalition: tens of thousands rallied in central park. They want the u‐n to stop the genocide in the Darfur.

Patricia Kennedy dies: Patricia Kennedy law ford, Sister of john f. Kennedy, Died of complications from pneumonia

Tax rebates: New York state will start mailing seven‐ hundred ‐ million dollars in school tax rebate

McGreevy: controversy over former new jersey governor Jim McGreevy’s gay "confession."

Sept. 19th U.N. Leaders: u‐n general assembly

Capitol scare: a Maryland man faces federal charges this morning, After causing a big scare at the capitol building in Washington 261

Bush video game: terrorist training game has one goal ‐‐‐ assassinate president bush.

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Sept. 20th Bush / Iran pres: inside the united nations, Today president bush wraps up three days of talks with world leaders.

He's meeting with the Palestinian president, Hoping Mahmoud Abbas can help revive a plan for peace in the Middle East

Protestors at UN. estimated 35‐hundred anti‐war demonstrators gathered as the President addressed the General Assembly.

Troop level announcement: the top US Commander in the middle east says our military will stay at its current force levels of 140‐thousand troops through next spring McGreevy book: jams mc‐greave’s memoir chronicles his secret gay life that ultimately destroyed his political career.

White house/you tube: you‐tube is airing anti‐drug campaigns that the federal government has produced.

Li immigration bill: Suffolk county legislators have overwhelmingly approved a new immigration law. Thailand coup/more tanks on street: turmoil in Thailand. A government coup. Tanks and troops, Continue to fill the streets. Now, The army chief who staged the coup, Saying a temporary constitution will be enacted, Within two weeks, And a general election held October 2007.

Saddam trial: Hussein blasted the judges, Charging them with failing to follow the law bombing: another round of deadly bombings tears through the city of Mosul

Sept.21st. Chavez comment: in a "fiery" speech, The Venezuelan president called president bush, Quote "the devil".

Israel rally: the largest demonstration of the week assembled outside of the u‐n. The "Israel solidarity rally" brought more than 35‐thousand people to the east side. Speakers denounced terrorism and demanded the release of three Israeli soldiers, Captured by militants.

Sept.22nd Abbas on Israel: Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas told UN officials this week, The new "national unity government" he backs would recognize Israel.

Chavez in Harlem: he went to "mount olive Baptist church" yesterday to announce he's offering 100‐million gallons of deeply discounted heating oil to low income communities. he also bashed bush at every chance and this crowd loved it. 263

Mideast crisis: a conflict of views between some Palestinian leaders and Hamas, Stalling the peace process.

Abbas on Israel: Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas telling UN officials this week, The new "national unity government" he backs would recognize Israel War on terror: the pentagon, Rejecting claims that intelligence gathered by a secret military unit could have stopped the September 11‐th attacks

Sept.25th Port security grants: the feds are giving New York and new jersey a huge increase in homeland security funding.

Bin laden report: new doubts this morning about a report that Osama bin laden is dead Clinton on FNC: on "" when asked about the hunt for Osama bin laden during the Clinton administration.

Iraq report: the white house, Down‐playing a report by u‐s intelligence saying the war in Iraq has increased the threat of global terrorism.

H. Clinton/Falwell: Reverend Jerry Falwell admits to making a "devilish comment" about New York Senator Hillary Clinton.

Election 2008: in the 2008 presidential elections new jersey want to consider pushing up the state's primary to February fifth.

Sept. 26th Iraq democrats: three retired military officers who served in Iraq are calling for Donald rusted to retire.

Terror intelligence: both parties call for the white house to release the entire intelligence assessment on global terror.

Pataki for president: governor will be making a run for the presidency Securing port: the department of homeland security is giving the port authority 25‐ million dollars

Sept. 27th Spitzer Faso debate: voters in New York will head to the polls to pick a new governor Hillary defends bill: senator Clinton is defending her husband in the wake of his now infamous interview on fox news Sunday

Declassified Intel report: president bush has decided to release key findings of that national intelligence report, On Iraq. 264

Diplomat detained: still angry over the bad treatment of his foreign minister at j‐f‐k airport. Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez says he'll question the u‐s ambassador to his country about the incident

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Sept 28th Pirro investigation reaction: the FBI, Now investigating the woman who wants to be New York’s next attorney general. This morning, Republican is telling her side of the story GOP convention: the g‐o‐p deciding to hold its national convention in Minneapolis‐ saint Paul.

Giuliani on Clinton: speaking in Florida yesterday, Mister Giuliani defended both presidents' records in the fight against terrorism.

Israel‐Olmert‐Abbas: the Israeli Prime Minister trying push ahead with peace talks. Bush meets with Musharef: President Bush, Playing dinner host and peacemaker at the white house. His aim? End the political wrangling between Pakistani President General Pervez Musharraf, And Afghan President Hamid Karzai

Terrorism Intel: and in the war on terrorism, The fallout from a new intelligence report continues. Parts of it, Leaked the public earlier this week.

Sept. 29th Pirro fights back: Jeanine Pirro is turning the tables on the feds.

DNC‐ NYC vs. : the race to see which city gets the democratic party convention in 2008, It's coming down to two: the big apple, Versus the mile high city

Senate terror plan: the senate has endorsed president bush's plans to prosecute and interrogate terror suspects.

McGreevy book: his tell‐ all books "the confession" is flying off of store shelves 266

#3. Political Programming B. Coverage of debates/town hall meetings/public forums (November 1, 2005 – October 31, 2007).

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#3. Political Programming C. Other political specials (November 1, 2005 – October 31, 2007).

November 1, 2005 – December 31, 2005 Government/Politics:

ISSUES: Government/Politics SENATE CLOSED SESSION Date: November 1, 2005 Length: :35 Democrats pulled a rare move in the Senate forcing a closed session. They wanted to get answers about the intelligence leading up to the war in Iraq.

ISSUES: Government/Politics DIPLOMATS PARKING Date: November 4, 2005 Length: :18 The House overwhelmingly passed a bill to withhold aid money to countries that don't pay parking tickets or their property tax bills in New York and Washington. Diplomats owe the City $19 million in unpaid fines.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BUSH AIDES ETHICS Date: November 5, 2005 Length: :21 In the wake of the indictment of ex‐official , President Bush has ordered his staff to get a refresher on rules of conduct.

ISSUES: Government/Politics TRANSPORTATION ACT Date: November 6, 2005 Length: :40 A new bill on an upcoming ballot called the "Transportation Bond Act" would let New York State borrow $3 billion. On the MTA's agenda is new buses, subway cars and building the 2nd Avenue subway.

ISSUES: Government/Politics ELECTION 2005 Date: November 8, 2005 Length: 25:00 Full coverage of the New Jersey Gubernatorial Election in which Democratic Senator Jon Corzine is declared the winner and the New York Mayoral Race in which Republican Mayor Michael Bloomberg is declared the winner.

ISSUES: Government/Politics Former US Soldier Kicked out? Date: November 8, 2005 He served the country for 5 years, even grew up and went to HS on long island, but the government wants him out of the country.

ISSUES: Government/Politics ELECTION 2005 Date: November 9, 2005 Length: 2:30 268

Coverage of the day after the Elections in the tri‐state area, including New York Mayoral winner Michael Bloomberg and New Jersey Governor‐Elect Jon Corzine.

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ISSUES: Government/Politics Zip Code Screw up Date: November 10, 2005 Length: 3:00 Three towns with the same zip code also have the same exact street addresses this postal predicament has the people in these towns getting their mail messed up big time ‐ letters, packages and important prescription drugs go to the right address in the wrong town. (shot entirely in NJ)

ISSUES: Government/Politics Fire Dept Car Date: November 14, 2005 Length: 4:00 Investigation: She’s a fire department employee who gets a city car to take to work, but our undercover cameras catch her using the car for personal errands and shopping sprees.

ISSUES: Government/Politics Build it then destroy Date: November 14, 2005 Length: 4:00 INVESTIGATION: The city used your tax dollars to build a brand new multimillion dollar facility for EMS workers now they are using tax dollars to tear it down… and then they are going to use your tax dollars again to build a hospital wing on the land.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SEPT. 11 AID Date: November 15, 2005 Length: :20 Congress took back $125 million in aid to treat sick and injured workers at Ground Zero.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CODEY‐NO SENATE Date: November 23, 2005 Length: :21 Acting Governor Richard Codey says he has no interest in finishing Governor‐Elect Jon Corzine's Senate term.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BALLOON MISHAP Date: November 25, 2005 Length: 1:40 Mayor Bloomberg announced he is appointing a task force to investigate what went wrong with the balloon accident at the Thanksgiving Day Parade.

ISSUES: Government/Politics NJ GOV RACE SPENDING Date: November 28, 2005 Length: :24 The Governor's Race in New Jersey this year was the most expensive ever. According to figures released by both parties, Democrat Jon Corzine spent $44 million to win the race. Republican Doug Forrester was a close second, spending $31 million.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PIRRO FOR AG? Date: November 29, 2005 Length: :18 Westchester District Attorney Jeanine Pirro is trying to unseat Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton. But State Senate Majority Leader Joseph Bruno says he'd like to see Pirro run for State Attorney General. 270

ISSUES: Government/Politics SCHOOL STEROIDS Date: November 29, 2005 Length: :22 New Jersey's Acting Governor Richard Codey says he supports some form of steroid testing in high schools.

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ISSUES: Government/Politics GUN TRACING LAWS Date: December 4, 2005 Length: :35 Officials say it's too easy for criminals to buy guns out of state where laws aren't as strict, and commit crimes here.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CORZINE/MENENDEZ Date: December 9, 2005 Length: :36 Governor Jon Corzine has picked Congressman Robert Menendez to finish the last year of his Senate term. Menendez, the son of Cuban immigrants, becomes the first Latino to represent the Garden State in the Senate.

ISSUES: Government/Politics MENENDEZ SEAT Date: December 9, 2005 Length: :30 Under the U.S. Constitution, Congressman Robert Menendez’s House Seat must be filled by an election. As for potential candidates, Assembly Speaker Albio Sires, who is the Mayor of West New York, is a likely front‐runner.

ISSUES: Government/Politics TOXIC DUST Date: December 9, 2005 Length: :19 Some New York lawmakers are asking the Government Accountability Office to monitor any new EPA air testing of Manhattan. They say the first tests at Ground Zero were a failure. The EPA says its plan is sound.

ISSUES: Government/Politics COP SHOT/GUN CONTROL Date: December 12, 2005 Length: 1:30 A report on the shooting of an NYPD officer. It’s also another instance in which Mayor Bloomberg, a Republican, is going against the platform of the Republican Party, which does not support gun control.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BUSH/NO TORTURE Date: December 15, 2005 Length: :28 After months of resistance and heated negotiations, the White House has signed off on the ban on the torture of terrorism suspects.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PATAKI/GUN CONTROL Date: December 16, 2005 Length: :26 Governor Pataki wants the Senate and Assembly back in Albany for a special session as he has proposed legislation that includes the death penalty is crucial to keep police officers safe and get illegal guns off the streets.

ISSUES: Government/Politics NJ SMOKING BAN Date: December 16, 2005 Length: :16 272

The New Jersey State Senate approved a bill calling for no‐smoking zones in most indoor public places. Atlantic City casinos would be exempt.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PIRRO RETURNS FUNDS Date: December 24, 2005 Length: :26 Westchester D.A. Jeanne Pirro raised more than $360,000 to try to unseat New York Senator Hillary Clinton. But now that she has dropped out of the race. ISSUES: Government/Politics CORZINE SALARY Date: December 25, 2005 Length: :22 NJ Governor Jon Corzine has decided not to accept the full salary for his duties as Governor. Instead, the multi‐millionaire will do the job for $1.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CREDIT CARD REPORT Date: December 29, 2005 Length: :25 Queens Councilman Eric Gioia compiled a list of the best and worst credit cards based on interest rates and fees. He found the cards with the lowest APR are Capital One MasterCard.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PATAKI/PA PENSION Date: December 30, 2005 Length: :20 Governor Pataki doesn't approve of a potential pension giveback. The MTA agreed to back legislation to give workers a pension rebate.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SPITZER/ Date: December 30, 2005 Length: :42 Former Mayor Ed Koch says he's backing Democratic Attorney General for New York Governor.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SCHUMER SAFE TAXIS Date: December 30, 2005 Length: :43 Cabbie Gurbaj Singh was killed when his cab was smashed in a hit and run, and his cab exploded. But Senator Charles Schumer says the real problem is the Ford "Crown Victoria," which has the same gas tank problems.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BOYS CHOIR/RANGEL Date: December 30, 2005 Length: :43 The Department of Education told the Harlem Boy's Choir they have to operate after hours or leave the school building they currently use.

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Gun control/ ‐ 1:46 (government/politics) Some people see illegal guns on the streets just about every other day, and for them, Mayor Bloomberg’s words are encouraging. However, One expert we talked to tonight says without a tougher federal gun control law,. The mayor's words will go nowhere.

During his inaugural speech, Mayor Bloomberg talked tough about cracking down on illegal guns even saying he'll go after other states that don't toughen their laws.

Sex offender law/ ‐:30 (government/politics) Lawmakers are at odds over a bill to keep thousands of convicted sex offenders from coming off the public registry.

More than 35‐hundred sex offenders are expected to disappear from the list in New York by the end of the year.

But the assembly wants a one‐year moratorium to give congress time to set up a national database.

Sen. Martin golden says, "we know who these convicted sex offenders are. More than likely, they will commit these heinous crimes again. We ought to be able to do something about it."

The NYCLU is concerned the legislation fails to distinguish between offenders who pose a serious threat.. And those who do not

Smoke free act/ ‐ :11 (government/politics) New York’s smoke free environment is spreading across the river. To new jersey. A bill is on the governor's desk right now.

State of state new jersey/ ‐ :41 (government/ politics) New jersey's governor has delivered his final state of the state address. Richard Codey served 14‐months, after governor Jim McGreevy stepped down.

Codey touted his achievements in today's address, Talking about his ban on indoor public smoking and how he increased minimum wage and secured money for stem cell research.

Codey will serve one more week.. Until senator Jon Corzine takes office. Then Codey will resume his role as senate president.

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Wednesday, January 11 No heat meeting/ ‐ :35 (government/politics) There's a push to make sure everyone has heat when temperatures dip again this winter. Bronx borough president carrion proposed legislation to make landlords more accountable in keeping their tenants warm.

A mother says her baby died last weekend because her apartment had no heat. Mr. Carrion's proposal includes making sure landlords have their furnaces working in September not December. He also wants bigger fines for landlords who do not provide heat.. Raising them from 50‐dollars to‐ five‐ hundred dollars.

Suozzi for Governor/ ‐ :23 (government/ politics) He was just re‐elected Nassau county executive but tom Suozzi may have his eyes set on an even higher office. There's word he's thinking about challenging Elliot Spitzer for the democratic nomination for governor.

Reports say he'll announce an exploratory committee on Friday.

Right now he's a long shot. Polls show him trailing the state attorney general 69 to 11 percent. But the primary isn't till September.

Alito/ ‐:40 (government/politics) After 18 hours and some seven‐hundred questions, supreme court nominee is finally done testifying.

On the fourth and final day of his confirmation hearings it was the last chance for democrats to press president bush's conservative pick.

And they didn't let him off the hook easily. At the end of his questioning senator Schumer said he remains very troubled:

it's a record that contains evidence that you believe the constitution does not protect a woman's right to choose.

it's a record that suggests you believe in an executive branch so powerful that it would trump other branches of government.

Sen. Schumer signaled that he's likely to vote against Alito's nomination. Committee members start their debate Tuesday.

New York voting machines/ ‐:25 (government/ politics) New York is not getting rid of its old voting machines just yet. 275

The state board of elections says communities may need to use the old lever and curtain machines this November.

New York is behind schedule in complying with a federal mandate to modernize voting systems. In fact, the feds are threatening to sue saying New York is lagging behind every other state in the nation

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Sunday, January 15 NJ ban on smoking/ ‐ :11 (government/politics) Two major laws signed today in new jersey that will affect just about everyone.

First, smoking will be banned in most bars and restaurants. And now you're going to have be 19 to buy cigarettes.

Monday, January 16 Corzine inauguration/ ‐ :25 (government/politics) John Corzine is just hours away from being sworn in as new jersey's governor. His day tomorrow begins with an interfaith prayer service at Princeton university chapel, featuring 24 religious leaders.

Corzine will be sworn in at noon at the war memorial, then deliver his inaugural address. Then it's back to Princeton for the inaugural ball.

Tuesday, January 17 Governor Pataki budget/ ‐ :29 (government/politics) Outgoing New York Governor George Pataki presented his final state budget to lawmakers. The proposal totaling more than one‐ hundred‐ ten ‐billion dollars, Promises New Yorkers lower taxes, Increased Medicaid spending.. And more money for schools and job creation.

The three‐ time governor, Also proposed tax credits for people who buy hybrid cars, An incentive aimed at cutting back on gas consumption.

Sunday, January 22 Bed bug legislation ‐:37 (government/politics) There's good reason, to take the expression, "don't let the bed bugs bite" seriously. Those little mites, are back.. In a big way.

Bed bugs, are attacking, in every neighborhood. Councilwoman, gale brewer is backing legislation, to ban the sale, of old mattresses and stop, new mattresses, from being transported, next to old ones.

Doctors say, it's important to know, how to deal with the bugs, fast, Because, they spread quickly:

Election 2006/ ‐ :23 (government/politics) The race for New York’s attorney general is heating up. Former Westchester DA Jeanine Pirro may have to battle for The GOP nomination.

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Fellow republican and Staten Island District Attorney Daniel Donovan Junior may be running. His spokesperson said Donovan was approached by republican party leaders to consider joining the race. The post is being vacated by Elliot Spitzer who is running for governor.

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Tuesday, January 24 Spitzer and Paterson/ ‐ :19 (government/politics) Right now Attorney General Eliot Spitzer is the democrats' only declared candidate for New York governor. And now he may have a running mate.

Reports say senate democratic leader David Paterson will run as his lieutenant governor. Paterson is legally blind and the top ranking black legislator in Albany.

Paterson's office isn't commenting on the report.

Mayor state of the city/ ‐ :36 (government/politics) Mayor Bloomberg’s state of the city report laid the groundwork for the next year, and beyond. On his to ‐do list:

Take over control, and speed up, most of the redevelopment at ground zero, and crack down on guns.

Hillary for Prez/ ‐ :30 (government/politics) Senator Clinton could face an uphill battle if she runs for president in 2008. A new poll finds 62‐percent of New Yorkers don't think she would win and 49‐percent don't even think she should run.

That's compared to 41‐percent who say she should run.

51‐percent of those polled say the senator will be treated more harshly than other presidential candidates, Because of whom she is.

Senator Clinton hasn't said whether she'll seek the democratic nomination in 2008. She's up for re‐election to the senate this year.

Tuesday, January 31 address / ‐ :39 (government/politics) There is a better way. That was the message democrats delivered *after* the president's speech. Party leaders tapped Virginia Governor Tim Kaine to give their response:

“government should serve the American people. But that mission is frustrated by this administration's poor choices and bad management. Families in the gulf coast see that as they wait to rebuild their lives. Americans who lose their jobs see that as they look to rebuild their careers. And our soldiers in Iraq see that as they try to rebuild a nation."

Democrats are hoping to regain control of the house and senate in this year's mid‐term elections.

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Alito swearing in/ ‐ :23 (government/politics) Justice Samuel Alito took the oath for the supreme court. This was the ceremony at the white house. His family and friends were there. It was a repeat of the official swearing in yesterday.

Also conducted by new chief justice John Roberts.

And tonight in his first case, Alito split with the court's conservatives refusing to let execute a death‐ row inmate fighting lethal injection.

Hillary on 9/11 laws / ‐ :39 (government/politics) Senator Clinton is praising a federal judge's ruling to allow a lawsuit to go forward against the e‐p‐a. The class‐action suit, Filed by people living in lower Manhattan and Brooklyn claims they were exposed to toxic dust and pollutants shortly after 9/11 and were not warned by the EPA about potential dangers.

Senator Clinton says the judge's decision reinforces what she thought all along.

Watch your speed/ ‐ 1:30 (government/politics) Attention to all of you who dare to drive within New York City limits above the speed limit. The mayor of New York is a fan of new devices that would be put on top of cars. They would light‐up when you revved‐up. Some New Yorkers we found would go along for the ride, but most we spoke with are not driving in the same lane as Hizzoner.

Tuesday, February 7 Nixzmary’s law/ ‐ :24 (government/ politics) Nixzmary's law is a step closer to happening. The state senate passed the bill. It's named after Nixzmary brown. Her parents are accused of abusing her and beating her to death last month.

The law would give life in prison without parole to parents or guardians who cause the death of a child under 14 intentionally or through abuse and torture. The bill now goes to the assembly.

Blackout report/ ‐ :24 (government/politics) A New York City Agency under fire for what it did *not* do during the blackout of 2003. When the lights went out millions of gallons of raw sewage dumped into the east river. The department of environmental protection admits it happened because it was not properly maintaining one of its critical emergency backup systems.

A court will now watch over the agency's practices for the next three years.

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A political battle is brewing in Newark, As one candidate for mayor makes it official. In an exclusive interview on "Good Day New York", Cory booker announced he's running again and kicked off his campaign.

In two‐ thousand‐ two, He ran against long‐time mayor Sharpe James and lost. His campaign was the subject of the "Oscar" nominated documentary "street fight.

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Anti‐bush rally/trt‐ :22 (government/politics) Mrs. Bush made the comments from Italy. She's leading the u‐s delegation at the winter Olympics in Turin. Not everyone's happy to see her though. Protesters greeted the first lady's motorcade in Italy. They say they're rallying around what they feel is "American imperialism" spreading throughout the world.

A spokesperson says Mrs. Bush did not mind the protests and that everyone is entitled to their beliefs.

Alito installation/ ‐ :21 (government/politics) Justice Samuel Alito is officially a member of the US supreme court. During a private ceremony, the new jersey native was installed on the nation's highest court. He then posed for pictures with his family. It's called a formal "investiture ceremony".

Alito was sworn in by chief justice John Roberts. He's the 110th person to sit on the court.

City council staffers get ax/ ‐:24 (government/politics) City council speaker, , is handing out pink slips. Sixty‐one council staffers were fired yesterday including 2 top budget experts. The council has a big central staff ‐‐ close to 300 employees, in all.

The cuts, represent, about 4‐million dollars, in salaries. Some vacancies will be filled, however, Quinn, is expected, to fill some of the vacancies, in the coming weeks.

The firings are reportedly part of her efforts to reform the bureaucracy of the council.

Sports bets / ‐:24 (government/politics) New jersey lawmakers are betting they can challenge the feds in court and legalize sports wagering in the state. The two South Jersey Assemblymen want to allow in‐ person betting on pro sports in Atlantic City casinos. This would mean casino customers could bet on the super bowl or any other big sporting event.

Right now, federal law only allows legal sports gambling in four states which including Nevada.

Saturday, February 25 Suozzi announcement/ ‐ :33 (government/politics) Nassau county executive, Tom Suozzi has made it official. He's running, for governor. The 43‐year‐old democrat announced his candidacy, today in glen cove.

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He'll challenge, state attorney general, Eliot Spitzer in the democratic primary. Suozzi says, compared to Spitzer, he'll be a different kind of democrat.

Spitzer, has raised 19‐million dollars, To Souza’s 5‐million, And he's far ahead in most polls. He says, he's not worried by Souza’s challenge. 283

Monday, February 27 Schumer plan/ ‐ :20 (government/politics) The pressure's rising to get the world trade center site rebuilt faster. Senator Schumer wants developer Larry Silverstein to give up his right to build the freedom towers if he can't meet construction deadlines. In exchange the senator's is proposing. That the port authority promise to move into the freedom Tower the first of the towers to be built.

Cell phone law/ ‐ :17 (government/politics) Tossing your old cell phone in the trash could soon be illegal. Westchester county approved a bill to force you to recycle your old cell phone.

Getting caught could mean a 250 dollar fine. The county executive is expected sign the bill shortly. It takes effect 90 days later.

Thursday, March 2 Voting machines/trt‐:25 (government/politics) New York is apparently not moving fast enough to update its voting machines. so the state now faces a federal lawsuit.

according to the justice department, New York is making the least progress in phasing out antiquated voting booths. the federal government called for the changes following the disputed 2000 presidential race. state officials say new voting machines and a voter registration database 'will' be ready by this fall.

Suspicious fires/trt‐: 38 (government/politics) there's concern about a rash of suspicious fires in Brooklyn. just last week, Four people died in a fire in an apartment building in prospect heights. fire investigators say someone set the fire intentionally. it was the just the latest in a series of arson fires in Brooklyn. relatives and Brooklyn borough president , Want help from the public. Council members are also concerned about the number of fire marshals in the city.

Tuesday, March 7 NJ smoking ban trt/‐:18 (government/politics) Where there's smoke, There's a lawsuit. a coalition of bar, restaurant and bowling alley operators in new jersey, Have gone to federal court. 284

they want the state's new indoor smoking ban ruled unconstitutional.

they say it's not fair that casinos in Atlantic City have been made exempt from the new law.

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Patriot act trt/‐:22 (government/politics) after months of bitter fighting, The house of representatives has voted to renew the patriot act. lawmakers delayed their vote two months , After revelations the bush administration has been tapping people's phones without warrants. the renewed bill sets limits on the government's power, To demand records from private businesses and libraries. the white house says president bush, Will sign the bill into law.

McGowan resigns/ ‐:26 (government/politics) One of the most powerful politicians in Suffolk county, Is now a convicted felon. peter McGowan resigned today, As Islip town supervisor, After pleading guilty to felony corruption charges.

he was accused of misusing campaign funds. as part of a plea deal, McGowan will have to pay back more than a million dollars to his contributors. he'll be sentenced in may. Deputy Town Supervisor Jeanette Messina is expected to serve out the remainder of McGowan’s term.

Seaport security/‐:40 (government/politics) One day after a controversial deal was scrapped, A new jersey senator is pushing to make sure foreign governments stay out of American ports, forever. senator Robert Menendez introduced a bill that would permanently bar foreign governments from controlling u‐s ports. the senator also wants to triple the current amount money spent on port security, under increasing pressure, a Dubai‐based company backed out yesterday from a deal to take over operations at six major American ports.

ISSUES: Government/Politics APRIL 15TH SMOKE BAN Date: April 1, 2006 Length: :24 The ban on smoking in public takes effect in 2 weeks and bar owners are scrambling to expand outdoor decks, adding ash trays and propane heaters to accommodate outdoor smokers.

ISSUES: Government/Politics IRS SELLING INFORMATION Date: April 2, 2006 Length: :35 286

Senator warns citizens on tax preparer’s inability to sell your private information for as long as people know about it. Under current law, tax preparers are not allowed to share your information with anyone.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BUSH IN BRIDGEPORT Date: April 5, 2006 Length: :21 With Bridgeport, Connecticut having one of the highest health insurance in the country, President Bush addressed the tax‐free medical savings accounts.

ISSUES: Government/Politics IMMIGRANT CAPITAL HILL Date: April 6, 2006 Length: :19 The Senate is close to an agreement that would allow illegal immigrants to stay in the country for 5 years or more to remain and continue working, applying for legal residency after working 6 years.

ISSUES: Government NJ WAYS TO SAVE Date: April 9, 2006 Length: :23 New Jersey’s got some money problems and they want citizens to log onto NJBudgetCut.com and submit money saving ideas.

ISSUES: Government THE MAYOR’S ANNOUNCMENT Date: April 11, 2006 Length: :36 Mayor Mike Bloomberg announced Robert Hess, previously in charge of 's Homeless Department, will be leading the Homeless Services in New York. Hess’s goal is to reduce the number of homeless by at least 2/3 over the next 4 years.

ISSUES: Government PATAKI BUDGET Date: April 12, 2006 Length: :39 Governor Pataki promised more state budget vetoes, bringing the budget to $112.8 Billion, still 2 billion more then it’s original budget proposed in January.

ISSUES: Government POSTPARTUM LAW Date: April 13, 2006 Length: :26 Governor Jon Corzine signed into law a bill that would require health care professionals to educate pregnant women and their families about Post‐Partum Depression. Doctors will also screen new moms for the disorder.

ISSUES: Government NJ SCHOOL ELECTIONS Date: April 18, 2006 Length: :17 School elections are taking place in many New Jersey communities where voters will elect school board members in most of the State's 601 School Districts. Eleven Districts are also asking voters to approve bond issues to pay for construction projects.

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Date: April 19, 2006 Length: :37 President Bush's 2 ½ year Press Secretary, Scott McClellan, stepped down without specifying the reason.

ISSUES: Government SECOND AVE. SUBWAY APPROVED Date: April 22, 2006 Length: :19 Final plans for the new Second Avenue line, running from 125th street to Hanover Square, have been approved and Governor Pataki says it will improve the economy for the entire state.

ISSUES: Government SCHUMER HUMAN REMAINS Date: April 23, 2006 Length: :34 Senator Chuck Schumer has asked the Pentagon for help from an elite Military Unit to find more remains of 9/11 victims, since in the past month, more than 600 bone fragments have been found at the Deutsche Bank building.

ISSUES: Government KATRINA AFTERMATH Date: April 27, 2006 Length: :44 A Bi‐Partisan Senate Panel is criticizing the performances of President George Bush the Mayor of New Orleans, and the Governor of Louisiana during Hurricane Katrina.

ISSUES: Government/Politics Puerto Rico Shotdown Date: May 2, 2006 Length: :21 Puerto Rican lawmakers failed to resolve the U.S. Commonwealth's budget impasse forcing nearly 100‐thousand people temporarily without jobs.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SOCIAL SECURITY RUNNING OUT Date: May 2, 2006 Length: :19 Government trustees say the Medicare trust fund will go bust in just 12 years and the trust fund for Social Security will be depleted by the end of 2040.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BLOOMIE BUDGET Date: May 4, 2006 Length: :39 Mayor Bloomberg unveiled his budget for the upcoming fiscal year, including $6.5 billion to help fund the city's 5 year school construction plan, $21million to hire 800 new police officers and 400 NYPD civilian workers

ISSUES: Government/Politics WHITEHOUSE SHAKE‐UP Date: May 5, 2006 Length: :37 The Director of the CIA for the Bush Administration, Porter Goss is stepping down.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CAPITOL HILL HEARINGS Date: May 9, 2006 Length: :24 288

President Bush joined in the call to get automakers to produce cars that get better gas mileage.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BOOKER VICTORY Date: May 10, 2006 Length: :14 Celebrating a major victory for a second time, Newark's Mayor‐Elect, Cory Booker, is vowing to lead the city in a new direction.

ISSUES: Government/Politics HAYDEN HILL NSA Date: May 12, 2006 Length: :30 Bush is still looking for someone to replace the CIA Director and his new nominee is General Michael Hayden who used to lead the NSA and oversaw the program.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PUERTO RICO SHUT‐DOWN Date: May 13, 2006 Length: :21 After 2 weeks of the partial Government shutdown and thousands of employees temporarily out of a job, under an agreement, workers could finally return to work. Fortunately, they'll be paid for all the hours missed because of the shutdown.

ISSUES: Government/Politics OUTRAGEOUS WASTE Date: June 4, 2006 Length: :49 Washington is cutting New York's terror funding, and is instead giving security money to a mushroom festival. ISSUES: Government/Politics MAYOR CALLS CHERTOFF Date: June 5, 2006 Length: :19 New York Lawmakers are fighting and protesting Homeland Security’s slashing of funding for our anti‐terror programs.

ISSUES: Government/Politics ELECTION 2006 Date: June 6, 2006 Length: :17 There is a race for two big political names in New Jersey, hoping to grab the "US Senate” seat vacated by Governor Corzine.

ISSUES: Government/Politics WAR ON TERROR Date: June 12, 2006 Length: :29 The city council learned how federal cuts will effect the police department, by only receiving $124 million, down almost half from last year.

ISSUES: Government JERSEY CITY MAYOR Date: June 18, 2006 Length: :26 Jersey City Mayor, Jerramiah Healy says cops manhandled him outside of bar

ISSUES: Government COREY BOOKER PLOT Date: June 21, 2006 Length: 1:13 289

Authorities uncovered a prison uprising plot to assassinate the new Mayor of Newark. Mayor Booker’s security team has been beefed up.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BOOKER INAUGURATION Date: July 1, 2006 Length: :12 Newark swore in its first new Mayor in two decades. Cory Booker is promising to turn around the struggling city.

ISSUES: Government/Politics FLOODED OUT Date: July 2, 2006 Length: :20 Thousands of people in, New Jersey are still waiting to hear, if they'll be getting federal disaster money after all those floods. Governor Jon Corzine is asking President Bush to declare the State a major disaster area, so people can get help.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BLOOMBERG IMMIGRATION Date: July 5, 2006 Length: :17 Mayor Bloomberg gave a US Senate Judiciary Committee his thoughts about immigration reform. Bloomberg told lawmakers New York City’s economy would collapse, if all illegal immigrants were deported.

SSUES: Government/Politics TOP STORY RECAP Date: July 6, 2006 Length: :26 Governor Corzine and State Legislators agreed on a new State budget, meaning State workers will go back to work within 24 to 36 hours; re‐opening casinos, state offices and beaches. The deal calls for a 1% increase in the State Sales Tax to 7%. Half of that increase will go to property tax relief.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BOOKER SAFE SUMMER Date: July 8, 2006 Length: :25 Mayor Cory Booker attended a community program, where he joined kids, to kick off Newark's "Safe Summer Initiative". This program gives families information about city recreation programs, including plans to create more summer job opportunities for Newark teenagers.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CT MAYOR COCAINE Date: July 9, 2006 Length: :25 Connecticut Mayor John Fabrizi was challenged, by Bridgeport’s local newspaper to take a spot drug test. The "Connecticut Post" reports that Fabrizi canceled, his appointments, went to a testing facility and passed. Fabrizi admitted, to past cocaine use, but said he'd been clean for 18 months.

ISSUES: Government/Politics MAYOR BOOKER 100 DAYS Date: July 10, 2006 Length: :43 290

Ten days after being sworn in, Newark Mayor Cory Booker is laying out his plan for cracking down on crime. Booker unveiled his 100‐day plan to address the issues of crime safety, government ethics, economic empowerment and many more.

ISSUES: Government/Politics Date: July 14, 2006 Length: :40 Valerie Plame is filing a lawsuit and speaking out. Plame is suing Vice President Cheney, his top advisor, and his aide . She says the three conspired to leak her identity as a CIA agent to the press.

ISSUES: Government Politics GOV DEBATE DRUGS Date: July 25, 2006 Length: :34 Elliot Spitzer and Thomas Suozi faced off in a gubernatorial debate answering questions at pace university. When asked about marijuana usage for medical purposes, Suozi said he is in favor, while Spitzer said he is against it.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CYNTHIA’S LAW Date: July 30, 2006 Length: :34 Governor Pataki signed "Cynthia's Law," which applies to abuse cases where a child less than 5 years old and is injured by shaking, slamming or throwing. It was named, for Cynthia Gibbs, a baby girl who died at the hands of her sitter, in 2000.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CASTRO HEALTH CRISIS Date: August 1, 2006 Length: :38 After Castro relinquished his power for the first time in almost 5 decades because of health reasons, Union City residents discuss the possibility of a free Cuba.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PATAKI POWER GRID Date: August 2, 2006 Length: :36 Governor Pataki unveiled a new, high‐tech power cable that could help reduce blackouts. The new cable, which is being tested in Albany right now, can carry three to five times as much power as a conventional one.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SUBWAY BREASTFEEDING Date: August 4, 2006 Length: 1:03 New mothers are banding together with Congresswoman Maloney to fight for their right to breast‐feed in public. In 1999, legislation passed a law guaranteeing women the right to breast‐feed on federal Property. Still, women get ticketed for breastfeeding in subway cars.

ISSUES: Government/Politics ELECTION 2006 Date: August 6, 2006 Length: :14 Conservative Democratic Senator, Joe Lieberman’s poll numbers aren't looking good for him, before Tuesday’s primary. He has been very vocal about his support for 291

initiative to wage war in Iraq and political observers believe its what’s causing voters to have contempt for the Junior Senator of Connecticut.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PREYING ON THE POOR Date: August 6, 2006 Length: :35 Senator Charles Schumer and his office have conducted a survey on stores like "Rent‐A‐ Center" throughout the 5 boroughs and they found that they often charge customers more than triple the normal retail prices. Rent‐A‐Center was not available for comment.

ISSUES: Government/Politics LIBERMAN VS. LAMONT Date: August 8, 2006 Length: :14 Senator Joe Lieberman is being hailed as the comeback kid, for closing in on his opponent Ned Lamont. It is unsure if it will it be enough to get him on the ballot in November.

ISSUES: Government/Politics ELECTION RACE Date: August 8, 2006 Length: :20 Connecticut is in the process of picking their Democratic Candidate for Governor. New haven Mayor John Destefano has 51% of the votes, while Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy, has 49%. The winner will then face Republican Jodi Rell in the fall.

ISSUES: Homeland Security STATUE OF LIBERITY CROWN Date: August 9, 2006 Length: :22 According to the National Park Service, The Statue of Liberty Crown will continue to stay closed because of concerns about its cramped spiral staircase and what could happen in an emergency.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SCHUMER STRANDED Date: August 10, 2006 Length: :37 New York Senator Schumer, his wife and his two daughters were among the thousands of travelers stranded at Heathrow. They were supposed to make a connecting flight out of London. The senator says he's stuck in London for at least a few days.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CLUB CAMERAS Date: August 14, 2006 Length: :41 City council speaker Christine Quinn wants security cameras installed at 250 clubs in the city in response to the recent club murders. Quinn also wants clubs to install id checking machines to curb underage drinking.

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ISSUES: Government/Politics CLINTON/BIN LADEN Date: August 15, 2006 Length: :27 Republican Candidate is challenging Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton by linking her to Osama Bin Laden for opposing national security programs that may have stopped the terror plot to blow up planes. Clinton calls the ad inaccurate.

ISSUES: Government/Politics ENGLISH ONLY MEETING Date: August 17, 2006 Length: :24 Tonight the Borough Council of Bogota, New Jersey voted on making English the borough’s official language, but critics believe it will only encourage prejudice. The plan is the idea of Republican Mayor Steve Lonegan.

ISSUES: Government/Politics LIEBERMAN QUALIFIES Date: August 23, 2006 Length: :21 Two weeks after Senator Joe Lieberman lost the Democratic Primary, he won a spot on the November ballot. His campaign to create a new political party collected more than 18‐thousand signatures.

ISSUES: Government/Politics LIEBERMAN QUALIFIES Date: August 23, 2006 Length: :21 New York City Council Member, Gail Brewer, proposed A legislation to ban the reselling of mattresses; a common way bed bugs spread. She also wants to create a task force addressing the New York City bed bug issues. There will be a public hearing for the legislation concerning the issue in mid September.

ISSUES: Government/Politics NAGIN GROUND ZERO Date: August 24, 2006 Length: :10 New Yorkers are demanding an apology from New Orleans’s Mayor, Ray Nogain, when he made a comment about New York taking so long to rebuild Ground Zero during an interview with 60 Minutes

ISSUES: Government/Politics NJ ATTORNEY GENERAL Date: August 24, 2006 Length: :21 A week after New Jersey’s Attorney General announced that she was stepping down; Governor Jon Corzine nominated his Chief Counsel, Stuart Rabner to replace Zulima Farber.

ISSUES: Government/Politics RAY NAGIN REAX Date: August 25, 2006 Length: :10 New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin was back in front of the cameras speaking about his Ground Zero remark. But the Mayor still seems a little confused that he got people so fired up.

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ISSUES: Government/Politics BUSH TO GROUND Date: September 1, 2006 Length: :14 President Bush is planning to visit Ground Zero the Pentagon and the Pennsylvania Crash Site of United Flight 93 on September 11th to mark the 5 years since the attacks.

ISSUES: Government/Politics MIKE SCOLDS: DON’T FREAK Date: September 3, 2006 Length: :18 Mayor Bloomberg told magazine that New Yorkers are "too freaked out" by terrorists we should worry more about smoking or getting hit by a car. A recent AP poll found more than half of New Yorkers are worried about being attacked again.

ISSUES: Government/Politics MIKE SCOLDS: DON’T FREAK Date: September 3, 2006 Length: :18 Senator Charles Schumer says the Kentucky commuter plane crash that killed 49 people should be a "wake‐up call" for the "FAA.” The Senator also called on congress to approve funding for a new control tower at LaGuardia Airport because it often leaks when it rains.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SECURITY REPORT Date: September 4, 2006 Length: 1:40 With the anniversary of 9/11 a week away, a new terror fighting report card comes out. Senator Chuck Schumer says the Government gets a c‐minus overall, but fails in the area of mass transit. The report card also claims the Government is flunking in funding, skimping on money for first responders and bomb detection.

ISSUES: Government/Politics NURSES VIGIL Date: September 4, 2006 Length: :23 Senator Robert Menendez supported 13‐hundred nurses who walked off the job after rejecting a tentative contract agreement their union had backed which would have given them a 3% raise and higher pension contributions.

ISSUES: Government/Politics WTC MUSEUM Date: September 5, 2006 Length: :44 Mayor Bloomberg says 9/11 families are sharing their memories with recordings made by the nonprofit organization Storycorps that will be part of the memorial museum at ground zero. Storycorps hopes to record at least one story about each of the nearly 3‐ thousand people killed.

ISSUES: Government/Politics WTC PROTEST Date: September 6, 2006 Length: :15 Ground Zero workers and their advocates are demanding Governor Pataki provide reparations for the health crisis suffered by first responders and those who lived near ground zero. They want the governor to tap into $125‐million in unused federal funds.

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ISSUES: Government/Politics NEWARK POLICE COMM Date: September 7, 2006 Length: :35 Mayor Cory Booker appointed 25‐year NYPD veteran Garry McCarthy to police director. Mayor Booker says he's just what Newark needs to continue on the path to excellence.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PATAKI/SILVERSTEIN Date: September 7, 2006 Length: :43 Governor Pataki is excited about the designs to rebuild Ground Zero after the designs for three new office buildings were unveiled in lower Manhattan. Construction is set to begin early next year and should be completed in six years.

ISSUES: Government/Politics GOVERNOR RACE PREVIEW Date: September 8, 2006 Length: 1:49 Elliott Spitzer is ahead with 72% of likely voters supporting him, compared to 15% for Tom Suozi, but that's actually a 6% improvement for Suozi from earlier this summer. They are both democratic candidates for New York Governor.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SPITZER HQ PIC Date: September 12, 2006 Length: :25 State Attorney General Eliot Spitzer won the Democratic Nomination for Governor. He won 82% of the vote, while his opponent, Nassau County Executive Tom Suozi, received 18%.

ISSUES: Government/Politics NY ATTORNEY GENERAL Date: September 12, 2006 Length: :16 Attorney General went head to head against Mark Green. The Associated Press declared Cuomo beat Green by 52% to 33%.

ISSUES: Government/Politics GAY GOVERNOR Date: September 13, 2006 Length: :28 In a candid Oprah interview, former Governor Jim McGreevy talks about the gay affair that forced to him to resign. McGreevy revealed he was sleeping with a man while his wife was in the hospital after giving birth.

Date: November 1, 2006 ISSUES: Government/Politics MENENDEZ AND KEAN Menendez and Keane decide to speak put after Senator made a comment about soldiers ending up in Iraq if they are not smart.

Date: November 2, 2006 ISSUES: Government/Politics SEARCH FOR REMAINS 295

9‐11 families gathered at ground zero demanding the City and Mayor call in a military unit to thoroughly finish the search for human remains.

Date: November 2, 2006 ISSUES: Government/Politics VOTING MACHINES For the first time, New Jersey voters will make their choices on electronic touch screens. However, in New York, voters will be using old‐ school lever voting machines

2007 Government/Politics

Date: January 11, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics MEDAL OF HONOR The President awarded the Medal of Honor to a young marine from New York who fell on a hand grenade to save his comrades in Iraq two years ago. Dunham's parents accepted the medal during a somber ceremony at the White House.

Date: January 21, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics HILLARY EVENT Senator Hillary Clinton has announced on her pod cast website that she plans to run for President in the 2008 election.

Date: January 24, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics CESAR BORJA A Ground Zero volunteer and retired NYPD Queen’s officer died from lung disease today, while his son was in Washington, DC as Hillary Clinton’s guest for the President’s State of the Union address. The retired NYPD officer’s family believed he was infected with lung cancer from World Trade Center debris.

Date: February 2, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics McGreevy DIVORCE Former Governor McGreevy has filed for divorce from his wife of seven years, although they have been separated since late 2004. She has 35 days to answer his filing or file a counterclaim.

Date: February 5, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics GIULIANI FOR PRESIDENT Former NYC Mayor, Rudy Giuliani has plans to enter the Presidential race in 2008. 296

Date: February 7, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics BAN SMOKING The City Council passed a compromise law restricting smoking in New Jersey casinos. Casinos will set aside 25% of gambling areas for smokers by April 15th, with the rest of the casinos smoke free.

Date: April 1, 2007 ISSUES: Education/Government/Politics BEDBUG SCHOOLS Queens Assemblyman, Mike Gianaris is proposing a bill notifying parents when there a bedbug outbreak in City Public Schools. Cases of bedbugs in schools have more than doubled since last November.

Date: April 7, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics IMUS/SHARPTON Community activist Al Sharpton calls for the firing of radio host Don Imus after making racist comments towards the Rutgers girls basketball team.

Date: April 12, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics CORZINE CRASH New Jersey Governor, Jon Corzine was involved in a high speed car accident on the Garden State Parkway. He is hospitalized at Cooper University Hospital where he is being stabilized for the injuries which include 11 broken ribs, a breastbone, collarbone and leg.

Date: May 15, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics BLOOMBERG INDEPENDENT Report on whether New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg will be running for president in 2008 along with New Yorkers Hillary Clinton and Rudy Giuliani.

Date: May 28, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics ASK THE JUDGE A special segment with Judge Marilyn Milian answering viewer’s questions concerning the right time to fill a lawsuit.

Date: June 4, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics 297

CORZINE THREATS New Jersey Governor, Jon Corzine has received 40 threats in total from the same person on several occasions via e‐mail, letters and phone calls.

Date: June 19, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics ELECTION 2008 Questions arise whether Michael Bloomberg will be running for president in 2008.

Date: June 23, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics SILENT TOLL Former EPA Chief Christie Whitman is pointing the finger at former Mayor Giuliani over the safety of the air at Ground Zero in the days after 9/11. In an interview, Whitman says Giuliani blocked her efforts to require workers to wear respirators.

Date: August 1, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics MEMORIAL PERMIT City officials are concerned over having a 9/11 memorial service at Ground Zero because of current construction being done on the site. 9/11 families however feel it would be an insult to have it at a nearby park. Date: September 23, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics AHMADINEJAD IN MIDTOWN Fox 5 team coverage of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad visit and the protests at Columbia University.

Date: October 10, 2007 Time: :24 ISSUES: Government/Politics HILLARY 401K Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton outlines her plan to assist American families in retirement. Under the proposal families would get 401(k) retirement accounts and up to $1,000 in annual matching funds from the government.

Date: October 14, 2007 Time: :18 ISSUES: Minority/Law Enforcement/ Politics HANGMAN NOOSE City officials are demanding a bill to make the use of a hangman’s noose a serious felony. This after a noose was found hanging from a professor’s door at Columbia University. 298

#4. Public Service Announcements A. Unpaid PSAs.

WNYW PSAs (for the period January 8‐21, 2007)

Crime Prevention 1 minute per week

Habitat for Humanity 1:15 minutes per week

Kids Nutrition 4:45 minutes per week

Parental Involvement in Schools 1 minute per week

Bully Prevention 1 minute per week

Minority Education :15 seconds per week

Crime Prevention 1:35 minutes per week

WNYW PSAs (for the period June 11‐24, 2007)

Crime Prevention 1 minute per week

Save Darfur 1 minute per week

Meals on Wheels 1:30 minutes per week 299

Video Piracy 1:15 minutes per week

Kids Nutrition 4:45 minutes per week

Parental Involvement in Schools :30 per week

Bully Prevention :30 per week

Crime Prevention 1:45 minutes per week

#4. Public Service Announcements B. Paid PSAs .

None #4. Public Service Announcements C. PSAs specifically targeting or requested by community groups or addressing local issues.

WNYW PSAs (for the period January 8‐21, 2007)

Big Apple Greeter 2 minutes per week

Food Bank of NY :45 per week

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WNYW PSAs (for the period June 11‐24, 2007)

MDA Summer Camp 1:30 minutes per week

#5. Local Internet Media

The station's Web site MyFoxNY.com has a mission dedicated to providing prompt delivery of localized information for our audience.

News segments from every newscast are posted online daily. We also write stories daily to update visitors on news happening in our area, including stories that do not run on our newscasts. We supplement coverage with local news stories written by the Associated Press.

We offer some of the most advanced weather tools on the internet. This includes a live radar sweep of the entire viewing area 24 hours a day. We also have a mobile and email alert system for viewers to become alerted about severe weather. It is narrowed down to zip code for alerts. We also post the most extensive school closing information in the tri‐state area on our website and have an email and text message alert system for viewers to sign up for to receive the closings. This is also available at our station site NYWeatherAuthority.com. The site includes exclusive video forecasts and detailed forecasts for 150 locations in our viewing area. The site also allows visitors to upload photos of weather related news.

We have live updating traffic information on the Web site 24‐hours a day. This includes traffic incidents on a user controlled map, more than 50 traffic cameras that are 301

accessible from the traffic page and updated information about travel status at local airports.

MyFoxNY.com has an active blog community with more than 26,000 registered users. Our staff keeps users updated on breaking news situations with live blogs, aggregate the most interesting blog content and integrate user blog posts into on‐air content.

The Fox 5 Web site is a leader in local live streaming content. Our newscasts are streamed live on the internet daily. Breaking news is also streamed on the Web site. Our helicopter's live feed is streamed whenever it is flying. We also have an email alert system to let visitors know when they can watch this unique content. We average 12 hours a day of streaming content on our Website.

Fox 5 also has local high school sports content featured on our Web site MyFoxLocker.com. Daily clips of local high school sports activities are posted to the Web site. Students, parents, and boosters are given their own team sites to build up their local community.

We feature our public affairs program, Good Day Street Talk on MyFoxNY.com, including entire editions of the weekly show that tackles issues important to the local community, including Teenage Pregnancy, Gang Violence, Racial Issues, Hip Hop Culture, Police/Community Relations.

MyFoxNY.com also features an extensive viewer feedback section, allowing visitors to comment on our news programming, leave tips, and contact each department at the station.

Our Web site also offers detailed listings of our on‐air schedule and TV ratings information. #6. Other Programming B. Non‐Locally produced

WNYW Non‐Local Programming

Program Information

Station Episode Day Date Start Time End Time

Program: ECOZONE PROJCT (ENVIRONMENT) WNYW Su 05/20/2007 5:00 PM 6:00 PM WNYW Su 08/26/2007 5:00 PM 6:00 PM WNYW Su 12/09/2007 5:00 PM 6:00 PM 302

Program: FOX MLB NLCS‐1 WNYW CARDS&METS Th 10/12/2006 8:15 PM 11:15 PM Program: FOX MLB NLCS‐2 WNYW CARDS&METS Fr 10/13/2006 8:00 PM 12:00 AM Program: FOX MLB NLCS‐3 WNYW METS&CARDS Sa 10/14/2006 8:15 PM 11:15 PM Program: FOX MLB NLCS‐4 WNYW METS&CARDS Su 10/15/2006 8:00 PM 11:30 PM Program: FOX MLB NLCS‐5 WNYW METS&CARDS Tu 10/17/2006 8:15 PM 11:45 PM Program: FOX MLB NLCS‐6 WNYW CARDS&METS We 10/18/2006 8:15 PM 11:15 PM Program: FOX MLB‐AL GM1 WNYW TIGER&YANKS Tu 10/03/2006 8:15 PM 11:30 PM Program: FOX MLB‐AL GM4 WNYW YANKS&TIGER Sa 10/07/2006 4:30 PM 7:30 PM Program: FOX MLB‐NL GM2 WNYW DODGR&METS Th 10/5/2006 8:15 PM 11:15 PM Program: FOX MLB‐NL GM3 WNYW METS&DODGR Sa 10/07/2006 8:00 PM 12:00 AM Program: FOX NFL SU‐GM1 (GIANTS & JETS FOOTBALL) WNYW VIKNG&GIANT Su 11/13/2005 1:00 PM 4:30 PM WNYW EAGLE&GIANT Su 11/20/2005 1:00 PM 4:15 PM WNYW COWBY&GIANT Su 12/04/2005 1:00 PM 4:15 PM WNYW GIANT&EAGLE Su 09/17/2006 1:00 PM 5:00 PM WNYW RDSKN&GIANT Su 10/08/2006 1:00 PM 4:00 PM

Program: FOX NFL SU‐GM1 (GIANTS & JETS FOOTBALL) WNYW GIANT&FALCN Su 10/15/2006 1:00 PM 4:15 PM WNYW LIONS&JETS Su 10/22/2006 1:00 PM 4:00 PM WNYW BUCS&GIANT Su 10/29/2006 1:00 PM 4:00 PM WNYW BEARS&JETS Su 11/19/2006 1:00 PM 4:00 PM WNYW GIANT&PNTHR Su 12/10/2006 1:00 PM 4:30 PM WNYW SAINT&GIANT Su 12/24/2006 1:00 PM 4:30 PM WNYW PCKRS&GIANT Su 09/16/2007 1:00 PM 4:15 PM WNYW EAGLE&JETS Su 10/14/2007 1:00 PM 4:00 PM WNYW 49RS&GIANT Su 10/21/2007 1:00 PM 4:00 PM WNYW GIANT&DLPHN Su 10/28/2007 1:00 PM 4:00 PM WNYW RDSKN&JETS Su 11/04/2007 1:00 PM 4:30 PM WNYW GIANT&LIONS Su 11/18/2007 1:00 PM 4:15 PM WNYW VIKNG&GIANT Su 11/25/2007 1:00 PM 4:00 PM 303

WNYW GIANT&EAGLE Su 12/09/2007 1:00 PM 4:15 PM WNYW GIANT&BILLS Su 12/23/2007 1:00 PM 4:15 PM Program: FOX NFL SU‐GM2 (GIANTS) WNYW GIANT&49RS Su 11/06/2005 4:00 PM 7:15 PM WNYW GIANT&SEAHK Su 11/27/2005 4:15 PM 8:15 PM WNYW GIANT&EAGLE Su 12/11/2005 4:00 PM 7:45 PM WNYW GIANT&SEAHK Su 09/24/2006 4:15 PM 7:30 PM WNYW GIANT&TITAN Su 11/26/2006 4:15 PM 7:15 PM WNYW COWBY&GIANT Su 12/03/2006 4:15 PM 7:30 PM WNYW EAGLE&GIANT Su 12/17/2006 4:15 PM 7:30 PM WNYW GIANT&RDSKN Su 09/23/2007 4:15 PM 7:30 PM WNYW COWBY&GIANT Su 11/11/2007 4:15 PM 7:15 PM WNYW GIANT&BEARS Su 12/02/2007 4:15 PM 7:30 PM Program: FOX NFL SUN‐S (GIANTS) WNYW GIANT&RDSKN Sa 12/24/2005 1:00 PM 4:30 PM Program: FOX SA BSB1 B WNYW GIANT&METS Sa 06/03/2006 4:00 PM 7:15 PM Program: FOX SAT BSBL 1 (YANKEES & METS) WNYW YANKS&METS Sa 05/20/2006 1:15 PM 5:00 PM WNYW METS&MARLN Sa 05/27/2006 1:15 PM 4:30 PM WNYW AS&YANKS Sa 06/10/2006 1:15 PM 4:30 PM WNYW YANKS&NATS Sa 06/17/2006 1:15 PM 5:15 PM WNYW METS&YANKS Sa 07/01/2006 1:15 PM 4:30 PM WNYW MARLN&METS Sa 07/08/2006 1:15 PM 4:30 PM WNYW WHTSX&YANKS Sa 07/15/2006 1:15 PM 4:30 PM WNYW ASTRO&METS Sa 07/22/2006 2:15 PM 5:15 PM

Program: FOX SAT BSBL 1 (YANKEES & METS) WNYW METS&BRAVE Sa 07/29/2006 1:15 PM 4:15 PM WNYW PHILS&METS Sa 08/05/2006 1:15 PM 3:45 PM WNYW ANGEL&YANKS Sa 08/12/2006 1:15 PM 4:15 PM WNYW YANKS&RDSOX Sa 08/19/2006 1:15 PM 5:15 PM Program: FOX SAT BSBL 1 (YANKEES & METS) WNYW RDSOX&YANKS Sa 09/16/2006 1:15 PM 5:15 PM WNYW NATS&METS Sa 09/23/2006 1:15 PM 4:45 PM Program: FOX SAT BSBL 2 (YANKEES & METS) WNYW YANKS&ANGEL Sa 08/26/2006 4:00 PM 7:45 PM WNYW METS&BRAVE Sa 04/07/2007 3:45 PM 7:15 PM WNYW YANKS&RDSOX Sa 04/21/2007 3:45 PM 7:30 PM WNYW RDSOX&YANKS Sa 04/28/2007 3:45 PM 7:30 PM WNYW MARNR&YANKS Sa 05/05/2007 3:45 PM 6:45 PM 304

WNYW YANKS&METS Sa 05/19/2007 3:45 PM 7:45 PM WNYW YANKS&RDSOX Sa 06/02/2007 3:45 PM 5:00 PM WNYW YANKS&RDSOX Sa 06/02/2007 5:30 PM 8:15 PM WNYW METS&TIGER Sa 06/09/2007 3:45 PM 7:30 PM WNYW YANKS&GIANT Sa 06/23/2007 3:45 PM 8:30 PM WNYW METS&PHILS Sa 06/30/2007 3:45 PM 7:00 PM WNYW ANGEL&YANKS Sa 07/07/2007 3:45 PM 7:45 PM WNYW METS&DODGR Sa 07/21/2007 3:45 PM 7:00 PM WNYW METS&CUBS Sa 08/04/2007 3:45 PM 6:30 PM Program: FOX SAT BSBLL (YANKEES & METS) WNYW TIGER&YANKS Sa 08/18/2007 3:45 PM 7:15 PM WNYW DODGR&METS Sa 08/25/2007 3:45 PM 6:45 PM WNYW METS&BRAVE Sa 09/01/2007 3:45 PM 6:30 PM WNYW YANKS&RDSOX Sa 09/15/2007 3:45 PM 7:45 PM WNYW METS&MARLN Sa 09/22/2007 3:45 PM 7:15 PM Program: FOX‐NLCS: GM 7 WNYW CARDS&METS Th 10/19/2006 8:15 PM 11:45 PM Program: FOX‐WLDCRD GME (FOOTBALL) WNYW PNTHR&GIANT Su 01/08/2006 1:00 PM 3:45 PM WNYW GIANT&EAGLE Su 01/07/2007 4:45 PM 8:00 PM Program: MLB DIVISN SRS WNYW DODGR&METS We 10/04/2006 4:00 PM 7:15 PM Program: NFL‐FOX PRESEASON (JETS & GIANTS) WNYW CHIEF&GIANT Th 8/17/2006 8:15 PM 10:45 PM WNYW VIKNG&JETS Fr 08/17/2007 8:15 PM 11:15 PM #6. Other Programming C. Locally produced

WNYW Local Programming

Program Information

Station Episode Day Date StartTime EndTime

Program: 9/11 5‐LATR B WNYW Mo 9/11/2006 12:00 PM 2:00 PM Program: 9/11 5YRS LATR WNYW Mo 9/11/2006 8:00 AM 12:00 PM Program: BIG BLUE‐PREVIEW WNYW Fr 01/06/2006 10:30 PM 11:00 PM Program: EMMY AWARDS LOCAL POST SHOW 305

WNYW Su 09/16/2007 11:45 PM 12:15 AM Program: FOX5 FASHION WEEK SPECIAL WNYW Fr 02/10/2006 10:30 PM 11:00 PM WNYW Fr 09/15/2006 10:30 PM 11:00 PM WNYW Fr 02/09/2007 10:30 PM 11:00 PM WNYW Fr 09/14/2007 10:30 PM 11:00 PM Program: FOX5 NW‐ELECTION NIGHT SPECIAL WNYW Tu 11/08/2005 11:00 PM 11:30 PM Program: FOX5 SPECIAL ‐ A NY CHRISTMAS WNYW Sa 12/17/2005 7:00 PM 7:30 PM Program: FOX5 SPECIAL‐ BROADWAY WNYW Sa 03/18/2006 6:30 PM 7:30 PM Program: GDDY NOREASTER WNYW Mo 04/16/2007 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Program: GIANTS ACCESS BLUE WNYW Su 12/30/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM Program: GIANTS GAME PLAN WNYW Su 11/06/2005 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 11/13/2005 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 11/20/2005 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 11/27/2005 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 12/04/2005 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 12/11/2005 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Sa 12/17/2005 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 01/08/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM

Program: GIANTS GAME PLAN WNYW Su 09/10/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 09/17/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 09/24/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 10/01/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM Program: GIANTS GAME PLAN WNYW Su 10/08/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 10/15/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 10/22/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 10/29/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 11/05/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 11/12/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 11/19/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 11/26/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 12/03/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM 306

WNYW Su 12/10/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 12/17/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Sa 12/30/2006 3:00 PM 3:30 PM WNYW Su 09/09/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 09/16/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 09/23/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 09/30/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 10/07/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 10/14/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 10/21/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 10/28/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 11/04/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 11/11/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 11/18/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 11/25/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 12/02/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 12/09/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 12/16/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 12/23/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM Program: GIANTS KICK OFF (PRE‐GAME) WNYW Su 09/23/2007 3:30 PM 4:00 PM Program: GIANTS POSTGAME WNYW Su 09/16/2007 4:30 PM 5:00 PM WNYW Su 10/28/2007 4:15 PM 4:45 PM WNYW Su 11/18/2007 4:15 PM 4:45 PM WNYW Su 11/25/2007 4:45 PM 5:15 PM WNYW Su 12/09/2007 4:30 PM 5:00 PM Program: GIANTS POSTGAME WNYW Su 12/23/2007 4:30 PM 5:00 PM Program: GIANTS TRAINING CAMP WNYW Su 08/05/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 08/12/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 08/19/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 08/26/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Su 09/02/2007 11:30 AM 12:00 PM Program: GIANTS GAME PLAN WNYW Sa 12/24/2005 11:30 AM 12:00 PM WNYW Sa 12/31/2005 1:00 PM 1:30 PM WNYW Su 12/24/2006 11:30 AM 12:00 PM Program: GOOD DAY SPECIAL TIME PERIODS WNYW We 02/14/2007 4:00 AM 5:00 AM 307

WNYW Mo 02/26/2007 4:00 AM 5:00 AM WNYW We 08/08/2007 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Program: GOOD DAY‐4AM ‐ STEAM EXPLOSION WNYW STEAM‐EXPLSN Th 7/19/2007 4:00 AM 5:00 AM Program: GOODDAY STRIKE WNYW Tu 12/20/2005 4:00 AM 5:00 AM WNYW We 12/21/2005 4:00 AM 5:00 AM WNYW Th 12/22/2005 4:00 AM 5:00 AM Program: GOODDAY‐EXTND WNYW STRIKE RELATED Tu 12/20/2005 9:00 AM 11:00 AM Program: HAMPTN FILM FESTIVAL WNYW Fr 11/17/2006 10:30 PM 11:00 PM WNYW Sa 11/18/2006 7:00 PM 7:30 PM WNYW Fr 11/16/2007 10:30 PM 11:00 PM WNYW Sa 11/17/2007 7:00 PM 7:30 PM WNYW Fr 12/28/2007 10:30 PM 11:00 PM Program: NY COMEDY FESTIVAL WNYW We 12/12/2007 7:00 PM 8:00 PM Program: NYSERDA (NY ENERGY) WNYW Su 08/26/2007 12:00 PM 12:30 PM Program: PAWS FOR STYLE (NY DOGS) WNYW Sa 06/17/2006 7:00 PM 7:30 PM Program: PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE WNYW Su 06/11/2006 11:00 AM 1:30 PM WNYW Su 06/10/2007 11:00 AM 1:00 PM Program: SUNDAY MASS WNYW Su 11/06/2005 5:30 AM 6:00 AM WNYW Su 11/13/2005 5:30 AM 6:00 AM WNYW Su 11/20/2005 5:30 AM 6:00 AM Program: SUNDAY MASS WNYW Su 11/27/2005 5:30 AM 6:00 AM WNYW Su 12/04/2005 5:30 AM 6:00 AM WNYW Su 12/11/2005 5:30 AM 6:00 AM WNYW Su 12/18/2005 5:30 AM 6:00 AM WNYW Su 01/08/2006 5:30 AM 6:00 AM WNYW Su 01/15/2006 5:30 AM 6:00 AM WNYW Su 01/22/2006 5:30 AM 6:00 AM WNYW Su 01/29/2006 5:30 AM 6:00 AM WNYW Su 02/05/2006 5:30 AM 6:00 AM WNYW Su 02/12/2006 5:30 AM 6:00 AM WNYW Su 02/19/2006 5:30 AM 6:00 AM 308

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#7. Non‐Programming Participation in Community A. Employees/Talent participation in community events.

Community Partnerships:

New York Blood Center March of Dimes The Puerto Rican Parade Committee The Greek Parade Committee The Hispanic Day Parade Committee 311

The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation The Kidney Foundation Harlem Week Brazilian Day PENCIL / Principal for a Day NY Comedy Festival Black Fine Arts Show Hamptons Film Festival Vanguard High School

ON‐AIR TALENT SCHEDULE OF APPEARANCES

NOVEMBER 2005

NAME EVENT ‐ TIME LOCATION PURPOSE

NOVEMBER 4, 2005 ‐ Friday

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) NY/NJ Minority Supplier’s Marriott Marquis – NYC MC Annual Partnership Awards Gala

NOVEMBER 5, 2005 ‐ Saturday

GOODEN, STACY‐ANN (5) NY Chapter of Women The Roosevelt Hotel Panelist

In Communication

NOVEMBER 6, 2005 ‐ Sunday

JOYELLA, MARK (5) ING NYC Marathon Central Park Runner

NOVEMBER 7, 2005 – Monday

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SCOTTO. ROSANNA (5) New Cookbook Celebration Fresco on The Go Author 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Restaurant

NOVEMBER 9, 2005 ‐ Wednesday

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) IRTS Panel Discussion NBC‐TV Conference Panelist

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Room A&B 30 Rockefeller Plaza Jim Cronin (212) 867‐6650 x 305

NOVEMBER 10, 2005 – Thursday

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) The Newswomen’s National Arts Club Award Winner Club of NY Front Page Awards 6:30 PM NOVEMBER 10, 2005 – Thursday

BROWN, LYN (5) 100 Black Men Hilton New York WOODS, MIKE (5) of New York

OTHER STATION ATTENDEES: LEW LEONE, SCOTT MATTHEWS, EDWARD HARRIS, RAY BLANCO, JOE FARRINGTON, ADRIENNE PAXTON,

NOVEMBER 14, 2005 – Monday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Jeremy’s Heroes Ritz Carlton @ Battery Park Participant Black Tie & Sneaker Gala

Jeremy’s Heroes is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to ensuring that all children have the opportunity to improve themselves and their communities through organized sports and character education.

NOVEMBER 15, 2005 – Tuesday

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DAY, ANDREA (5) National Prematurity March of Dimes Host Month

NOVEMBER 17, 2005 – Thursday

BROWN, LYN (5) Interfaith Medical Renaissance Ball Host Center Fundraising NY Marriot @ Brooklyn Bridge Gala 2005 Melissa Krantz

EXHIBIT 3 WNYW‐NEW YORK, NY PUBLIC INTEREST PROGRAMMING

1. Street Talk (30 minute program aired weekly):

Topics covered: YEAR IN REVIEW ‐ January 1, 2005

TUSANMI DISASTER CHARITY SCAMS ‐ January 8, 2005

NEW YORK STATE ECONOMY ‐ January 15, 2005

SKI SAFETY ‐ January 22, 2005

PRIVATIZATION OF SOCIAL SECURITY ‐ January 29, 2005

RISQUE SUPER BOWL COMMERICALS ‐ February 5, 2005

BLACK HISTORY MONTH ‐ February 12, 2005

BEST TOYS AND BOOKS FOR CHILDREN ‐ February 19, 2005

2012 OLYMPICS IN NEW YORK CITY? ‐ February 26, 2005

STEM CELL RESEARCH CONTROVERSY ‐ March 5, 2005

NOISY NEW YORK CITY ‐ March 12, 2005

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SAVE DARFUR ‐ March 19, 2005

CUTTING COSTS ‐ March 26, 2005

INSOMNIA ‐ April 2, 2005

LEGACY OF POPE JOHN PAUL II ‐ April 9, 2005

INSPIRED TO MAKE DREAMS COME TRUE ‐ April 23, 2005

SAVE THE PLAZA HOTEL ‐ April 30, 2005

ITALIAN AMERICAN EXPRESSION ‐ May 7, 2005

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE ‐ May 14, 2005

DEEP THROAT REVEALED ‐ June 11, 2005

HOMELAND SECURITY OF NYC ‐ July 2, 2005

HOMELAND SECURITY ‐ July 9, 2005

CHIEF JUSTICE RETIRES ‐ July 16, 2005

EFFECTS OF 9/11 ON THEATER ‐July 23, 2005

HARLEM WEEK ‐July 30, 2005

STATE OF NYC’S SCHOOL SYSTEM ‐August 6, 2005

DEALING WITH SCHOOL BULLIES ‐August 13, 2005

THE MAYORAL RACE ‐September 10, 2005

HURRICANE KATRINA RELIEF ‐September 17, 2005

THE MAYORAL RUN‐OFF ‐ September 24, 2005

INTERNET AND OFF‐SHORE BETTING ‐ October 1, 2005

AVOID PLASTIC SURGERY DISASTERS ‐ October 8, 2005

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS ‐ October 22, 2005

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HALLOWEEN SAFETY ‐ October 29, 2005

LEGACY OF ROSA PARKS ‐ November 5, 2005

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ‐ November 12, 2005

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY PREVIEW ‐ November 19, 2005

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY SAFETY ‐ December 3, 2005

SMART MONEY TIPS FOR 2006 ‐ January 7, 2006

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. ‐ January 14, 2006

NIXZMARY BROWN AND CHILD ABUSE ‐ January 20, 2006

BROKEBACK MOUTAIN ‐January 28, 2006

CORETTA SCOTT KING ‐ February 4, 2006

THE DA VINCI CODE CONTROVERSEY ‐ February 11, 2006

PROTECT YOUR KID ON THE INTERNET ‐ February 18, 2006

BLACK HISTORY MONTH ‐February 25, 2006

DANA REEVE AND WOMEN AND LUNG CANCER ‐ March 18, 2006

CONTROVERSIAL MOVIES ‐ March 25, 2006

BROOKLYN LIVES ‐ April 1, 2006

YMCA AND STRONG KIDS ‐April 8, 2006

MEDICARE PART D ‐ April 22, 2006

STUTTERING ‐ April 28, 2006

IMMIGRATION BILL 4437 ‐ May 6, 2006

KIDS AND OBESITY ‐ May 13, 2006

AMAZING TEENS ‐ May 20, 2006

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MCDONALD’S GOSPELFEST ‐ July, 15, 2006

HARLEM WEEK ‐ July 22, 2006

LATIN HIP HOP ‐ July 29, 2006

KATRINA August 5, 2006

WORLD TRADE CENTER MOVIE ‐ August 11, 2006

FEMALE BODY IMAGE ‐September 2, 2006

CROHN’S DISEASE ‐ September 15, 2006

LATIN HERITAGE ‐ October 21, 2006

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS ‐ October 28, 2006

ELECTION 2006 ‐ November 4, 2006

CHILDHOOD OBESITY ‐ November 11, 2006

PREMATURITY ‐ November 18, 2006

PEOPLE DOING GREAT THINGS IN THE COMMUNITY ‐ December 2, 2006

HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS ‐ December 9, 2006

HOLIDAY BEST BESTS ‐ December 23, 2006

SMART MONEY TIPS FOR END OF YEAR FINANCES ‐ December 30, 2006

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION ‐ January 6, 2007

THE ABOLISH THE “N” WORD? ‐ January 13, 2007

CERVICAL CANCER ‐ January 20, 2007

WOMEN AND HEART DISEASE ‐ January 27, 2007

BLACK HISTORY MONTH ‐ February 3, 2007

HIP HOP’S & YOUTH CULTURE ‐ February 17, 2007

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THE SKINNY ON THE SKINNY MODEL ‐ February 23, 2007

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH ‐ March 3, 2007

OFF BROADWAY AND DIVERSITY ‐ March 10, 2007

SEAN BELL CASE ‐ March 25, 2007

PRESCIPTION DRUG ABUSE ‐ March 31, 2007

THE NATIONAL PUERTO RICAN DAY PARAD(60 Minutes)

MCDONALD’S GOSPELFES 4/7/07, 4/8/07 (60 Minutes)

DON IMUS & RUTGERS WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM ‐ 4/14/07, 4/15/07

EXTRAORDINARY TEENS ‐ 4/21/07 (60 Minutes)

GANG VIOLENCE ‐ April 27, 2007 & April 28, 2007 (60 Minutes)

SCHOOL VIOLENCE ‐ May 5, 2007 & May 6, 2007 (60 Minutes)

PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE RECAP ‐ June 16, 2007 & June 17, 2007

NEWS OF THE WEEK ‐ ROUNDTABLE ‐ July 1, 2007 (60 Minutes)

SUMMER SAFETY ‐ July 14th & July 15, 2007 (60 Minutes)

JOB HUNTING ‐ July 21st, & July 22, 2007 (60 Minutes)

CLIMATE CHANGE & CONSERVATION TIPS ‐ July 28, 2007, & July 29, 2007 (60 Minutes)

GIVE BLOOD! ‐ August 17, 2007, & August 18, 2007

A HIGH 5! ‐ August 25, 2007

LABOR DAY 101 ‐ September 1, 2007

SEPTEMBER 11TH ‐ 6 YEARS LATER ‐ September 8, 2007

CROHN’S AND COLITIS DISEASE ‐ September 15, 2007

CROHN’S AND COLITIS DISEASE‐ ‐ October 6, 2007 318

KIDNEY DISEASE AWARENESS ‐ October 13, 2007

HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS ‐ October 20, 2007

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS ‐ October 27, 2007 319

2. Types of stories covered:

TSUNAMI DISASTER CHARITY SCAMS How to avoid Tsunami Disaster Relief Charity Scams is discussed and information legitimate charity organization you can donate to is also offered.

NEW YORK STATE ECONOMY Charles Gargano of the Empire State Development Corporation talks about economy of New York, the public hearings on a proposed new Jets Stadium in Manhattan, the expansion of the Jacob Javits Convention Center, and the rebuilding of Manhattan.

SKI SAFETY One skier died in a massive avalanche in Park City, Utah while four other skiers are still missing. The guests talked about safety on the slopes and thins you can do to protect yourself.

PRIVATIZATION OF SOCIAL SECURITY Bushes plans to privatize social security is discussed by Deroy Murdock a syndicated columnist for the National Review, and Greg Anrig of Century Foundation.

RISQUE SUPER BOWL COMMERICALS Advertising expert Bernice Kanner talk about some of the Super Bowl commercials that have been pulled because they were too risqué.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH The Schomberg Center’s exhibit on the African American Migration Experience is featured and the accomplishments of African Americans like Ossie Davis, Thurgood Marshall, and Althea Gibson was discussed.

BEST TOYS AND BOOKS FOR CHILDREN Kim Klemen of Consumer Reports, Miriam of Child Magazine, and Julie Livingston with the Toy Industry Association discus the best new toys for kids and how to safely buy books, and toys for children over the internet.

2012 OLYMPICS IN NEW YORK CITY? New York has put in a bid for the 2012 Olympics and Assemblywoman Deborah Glick and discusses the economic and cultural impact this could have on the city of New York.

STEM CELL RESEARCH CONTROVERSY Stem Cell research debated between advocates and the Catholic League. 320

NOISY NEW YORK CITY James Ford discusses new noise code proposed by New York City Council. Arline Bronzaft of New York City Council on Environment and Robert Bookman of the New York Nightlife Association debated this topic.

SAVE DARFUR Human Rights Activist David Rubenstein of the Save Darfur Coalition, along with Iain Levine of Human Rights Watch, UN Rep for Human Rights, Cathy Fitzpatrick joined our roundtable discussion to talk about the “SAVE DARFUR” letter writing campaign.

CUTTING COSTS Chris Gailus talks to the experts about rises gas prices and how to reduce your cost with a look at New hybrid/economy cars.

INSOMNIA A survey from the National Sleep Foundation reveals most Americans are an average of 6.9 hours of sleep each night. Experts on the show say we need between seven and nine hours of sleep. Dr. Gary Zammit, Founder of the Sleep Disorder’s Institute at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital came on to discuss.

LEGACY OF POPE JOHN PAUL II The life of Pope John Paul II is featured on “Good Day Street Talk”. Father Guy Selvester of the St. Matthews Church of the Apostle in Edison, NJ talking about the Life and Legacy of Pope John Paul II.

INSPIRED TO MAKE DREAMS COME TRUE A Doctor turned 8th Grade teacher follows his dreams to the classroom, and a woman who could not read learned how at the age of 46 years of age. People who followed their dreams are featured during the show.

SAVE THE PLAZA HOTEL Neil Scott Johnson a doorman at the Plaza Hotel along with Miki Naftali came on to talk about the “Save the Plaza” movement.

ITALIAN AMERICAN EXPRESSION A new exhibit at the Italian American Museum makes headlines. It is called “Architecture of Devotion: Italian American Religious Expression in New York City.” Mark Joyella sits down and talks with the photographer and curator of the exhibit.

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES YOUNG PEOPLE 321

Lyn Brown talks to the non‐profit organization BCA which is an educational and networking organization of hospital and food that creates exposure and education for professionals of color.

DEEP THROAT REVEALED Mark Felt is Deep Throat. Kistren Powers Democratic Consultant, Krill Goncharenko, Republican Consultant, and Don Clarey, a Nixon Campaign worker, talk about Watergate and debate where Mark Felt is a hero or a traitor.

REAL ESTATE BOOM The Real Estate Market boom could possibly bust. Barbara Kiviate of Time Magazine offers her opinion.

HOMELAND SECURITY OF NYC Angela McGlowan discussed Homeland Security of the City of New York with State Senator Michael Balboni.

CHIEF JUSTICE RETIRES Supreme Justice Sarah O’ Connor retires, with Chief Justice Williams Rehnquist not far behind. Host Angela McGlowan chats with Lillian Rodriquez‐Lopez of the Hispanic Federation and Julie Roginsky, Democratic Strategist about who President Bush may appoint to these two positions.

EFFECTS OF 9/11 ON THEATER New York’s economy took a beating following the attacks of September 11th especially the film, and theater industry. We talk to Jed Bernstein, President of the League of American Theaters and Producers, and Katherine Oliver, Commissioners at the Mayor’s office of Film, Theater and Broadcasting.

HARLEM WEEK The history of Harlem Week, the economic and political power is discussed by Manhattan Borough President C. Virginia Fields, Lloyd President and CEO for the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce, and Jeff Burns Associate Publisher of Ebony.

STATE OF NYC’S SCHOOL SYSTEM The State of New York City’s School System is discussed by City Council Speaker Gifford Miller, Councilmember Robert Jackson, Education Reporter for the New York Post Dave Andreatta, David Banks Principle of Eagle Academy.

DEALING WITH SCHOOL BULLIES It’s back to school and Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Jeff Gardere, and Curtis Silwa come on to talk about bullies at school.

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THE RACE FOR MAYOR Angela McGlowan interviews Democratic Mayoral Candidates: Congressman Anthony Weiner, Former Bronx Borough President Fernando Ferrer, City Council Speaker Gifford Miller, and Manhattan Borough President C. Virginia Fields about overcrowding in schools, terrorism, the unemployment rate, and affordable housing.

HURRICANE KATRINA RELIEF Christoph Gorder, of The not‐for‐profit organization, “Americares”, Pastor, Sheila Ingram‐Cameron of The Church of Harlem Worship Center, and Jo Sullivan of the ASPCA of New York City comes on to talk about Hurricane Katrina Relief.

THE MAYORAL RUN‐OFF The Mayoral Race between Ferdnando Ferrer and Mike Bloomberg heats up. Political Consultant, Julie Roginsky, Leonard Greens of the New York Post, and Political Analyst Ed Clancy discuss this tight race.

INTERNET AND OFF‐SHORE BETTING Angela McGlowan chat with Frank Fahrenkopf, President and CEO of the American Gaming Association and Tom Kenny the Director of Game Pro at the Pederson Krag Center in Huntington, Long Island and gambling on the internet, off‐shore betting, and gambling as an addiction.

AVOID PLASTIC SURGERY DISASTERS Lucy Noland talked to Plastic Surgery Experts about the newest plastic surgery procedures, And how to avoid plastic surgery disasters.

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS Jodi Applegate talks to Michelle Blackwood of the Connie Dwyer Breast Cancer Center of St. Michaels Medical Center about the latest developments in Breast Cancer cures. She also talked to breast cancer a survivor from the Young Survival Coalition.

HALLOWEEN SAFETY Halloween Safety experts talked about keeping your children out of harms way, how to sift through your kids’ candy, and how to watch for possible sex offenders.

LEGACY OF ROSA PARKS Rosa Parks passes away and Lyn Brown talk to Debo Adegbila of the of NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Harriet Michel, President, National Minority Supplier Development Council, and City Councilmember, Robert Jackson about her legacy. 323

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Survivors of Domestic Violence tell their story of survival and how to get out of an abusive relationship.

THANKGIVING HOLIDAY PREVIEW The Thanksgiving Holiday is here and Street Talk gives some information about Broadway show you can take your kids to over the holiday weekend.

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY SAFETY Street Talk offers tips on how to have a safe and healthy holiday. John Drengenberg, manager of consumer affairs with underwriter lab comes to offer Christmas light and tree safety tips.

HOW TO WINTERIZE YOURSELF Frigid temperatures hit the big apple and Lyn Brown talked to Dr. Stephen Smith of St. Michael’s Hospital in Newark, New Jersey about how to avoid cold and flu. She also talked to a car expert on how to winterize your car.

REAL ESTATE BOOM Lucy Noland talks to Charles Payne, Fox News contributor and CEO of Wall Street Strategies, an independent research firm, about the housing boom, interest rates, and mortgages.

TOURISM AND ECONOMY OF NYC Chris Gailus takes a look at the state of the city for the year two‐thousand and six. He talked to Christine Nicholas of NYC & Company, sports analyst Adam Garnett and Andy Marchand NY Post about tourism, the economy and the building boom in the city of New York.

2006

SMART MONEY TIPS FOR 2006 A discussion about smart ways on how to save, invest, and spend personal finances. Tips included how to deal with the credit card companies and debt, wall street market picks and which stocks are on the rebound, and which banks offer the best interest for savings. Guests included Leigh Galagher, Sr. Editor of Smart Money Magazine, and Tanisha Sykes, Consumer Editor for Black Enterprise.

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. The life of civil activist and leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is highlighted in honor of his birthday which is on January 16th. 324

NIXZMARY BROWN AND CHILD ABUSE The heartbreaking story of 7 year old Nixzmary Brown who died at the hands of her parents, and who has captured the hearts of everyone. Discussions included what is being done in the criminal case, as well as how to recognize the signs of abuse. Guests included Violet Rittenhour, a member of the NYC Administration for Children's Services Parent Advisory, and Dr. Jeffrey Gardere, a family psychologist.

BROKEBACK MOUTAIN A discussion about Brokeback Mountain, a movie that shows two gay cowboys fall in love.

CORETTA SCOTT KING Former Manhattan Borough President, C. Virginia Fields, and Leslie Cagan National Coordinator of the United for Peace Justice joined Street Talk to talk about the passing and legacy of Coretta Scott King.

THE DA VINCI CODE CONTROVERSEY The controversy surrounding the movie "the Da Vinci code" has started even though the film doesn't hit theatres until May.

PROTECT YOUR KID ON THE INTERNET Regina Lewis with AOL, along with psychologist, Dr. Jeff Gardere and Suffolk County Police Commissioner came on Street Talk to discuss how parents can protect their children child from predators on the internet.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH Niger Innis, National Spokesman for the congress of racial equality and John Mc Whorter, author of "winning the race" joined us in studio to talk about Black History Month.

DANA REEVE AND WOMEN AND LUNG CANCER Just 10 months after her husband's and now Dana Reeve her self dies from lung cancer. Joann Koldare from NYC Coalition for a Smoke‐Free City, Dr. Avi Barbasch and Marilena Greg from the American Cancer society joined us to talk about lung cancer in the U.S.

In 2006 there will be about 174,470 new cases of lung cancer in the united states: 92,700 among men and 81,770 among women. About 162,460 people will die of this disease: 90,330 men and 72,130 women.

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CONTROVERSIAL MOVIES Quite a few movies are coming out and are causing quite a stir. "V for Vendetta”, “The Da Vinci Code, and “World Trade Center” are just a few of these movies. Belinda Luscombe with Time Magazine and Deven Gordon from Newsweek magazine joined us to talk about the Nations readiness for a movies like “World Trade Center”, and appropriateness of “V for Vendetta” a movie that celebrates terrorism.

BROOKLYN LIVES Joy Williams founder of Brooklyn Lives an organization committed to educating Brooklynites about the state of HIV/AIDS as well as Michael Saunders a Community Activist and survivor of HIV/AIDS joined us to discuss the rise in HIV/AIDS cases in New York City. They also discussed new curriculum that teaches kindergarten students about this deadly disease.

YMCA AND STRONG KIDS President and CEO, Jack Lund, along with Dr. Shelly Wimpfheimer, Vice President of Youth and Family services came on Street Talk to talk about their campaign of building strong and healthy children. They also talked about health and wellness. Other guest include Tanya Belton‐Olavarria, parent, and teen Carlos Restropo. They both talked about their great experience with the YMCA.

MEDICARE PART D The controversy over a new prescription drug plan for seniors and those with disabilities was discussed. The dialogue included the May 15th deadline, and how seniors could help with filling out paper work for Medicare Part D. Guest included Amy Bernstein, NYC Department of Aging, Mario Tapia, Director of the Latino Gerontological Center and Doris Cologne Director of Senior Services at Goddard Riverside Community Center.

STUTTERING We talked with a theater company called Our Time Theater Company that works with children and teens who stutter. Turns out when the children involved in this group don’t stutter when performing. Guest include Taro Alexander, founder and director, and his company.

IMMIGRATION BILL 4437 Guests Evelyn Hernandez of El Diaro, and Univision’s Morning show Anchor Antonio Martinez came on to talk about Immigration Bill 4437 and the May Day protests.

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KIDS AND OBESITY At least one‐third of children in this country are obese. Three‐time Olympian Joetta Clark along with internist, Dr. Margarita Maya discussed this problem and the solutions to get rid of childhood obesity.

AMAZING TEENS There are some amazing teens right here in the tri‐state area and we met a few. Some are magazine publishers, own web design businesses, and can recite prose from Shakespeare to Maya Angelo.

MCDONALD’S GOSPELFEST A discussion about the McDonald’s Gospel fest and how this event helps to raise scholarship monies for college students.

HARLEM WEEK A talk about an economic boom that has lead to a renaissance in Harlem is had. The discussion also included start‐up businesses, real estate, and Harlem Week. Guest included Tony Rogers of the Harlem Chamber of Commerce, two new business owners of Harlem Lanes and Pier 2110.

LATIN HIP HOP We met with Latin Hip Hop star Pitbill, Vibe Senior Writer Celia San Miguel, and Rashaun Hall of hip hop website Sohn. They talked about Latin Hip Hop, Reggaeton, and their differences and similarities.

KATRINA Victims of Katrina told us their story of survival and how they organized an event for artist to express their experience at Long Island University in Brooklyn. We also talked with Ade Williams of the Harlem Chamber of Commerce and how they are doing their part to give instruments to musicians who lost their instruments in the hurricane.

WORLD TRADE CENTER MOVIE Family member of those who died on September 11th talked about the Paramount film “World Trade Center”. Most of them said they were glad they saw it although it was tough to watch.

FEMALE BODY IMAGE Fashion and tabloid magazine are notorious for showing women who are appear to be way under weight. Experts from National Eating Disorders Association, a survivor of anorexia‐nervosa, and a physician discussed this topic. 327

CROHN’S DISEASE Crohn’s Disease not something people like to seat around the dinner table and talk about but it’s a debilitating disease for those who have it and we talked about it with one woman who was diagnosed with this disease at 12 years of age, a 16 year old who has it, and a doctor who offered background information on the disease. We also discussed the “Gut & Glory Walk” that is being held on Saturday, October 7th at 11am.

CHRONE’S AND COLITIS DISEASE Crohn’s and Colitis are two diseases that affect over 2 million people, mostly young people. They both affect the gastrointestinal system of the body. It can be painful and embarrassing illness. We talked to some victims of the disease who are hosting a walk called “Rhondell’s Guts and Glory Walk” to bring awareness to this disease.

LATIN HIP HOP We met with Latin Hip Hop star Pitbill, Vibe Senior Writer Celia San Miguel, and Rashaun Hall of hip hop website Sohn. They talked about Latin Hip Hop, Reggaeton, and their differences and similarities.

LATIN HERITAGE A lively discussion on how Latin Americans are influences mainstream media. We talked with the executive producer and hosts of Latination and American Latino.

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS Survivors of Breast Cancer told their stories of how they dealt with their diagnoses. Geralyn Lucas, Author “Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy”, along with Cheryl Brannan, founder of Sister to Sister International, a support group for women of color came on to share their survivor stories. ELECTION 2006 Political analyst talked about the mid‐term elections and who they believed will be the winners and losers. They also discussed who may be the runner for the 2008 Presidential Election. Guests included Political Analyst, Costa Panagopoulus, Republican Strategist Jonathan Greenspan, and Democratic Strategist Julie Roginsky.

CHILDHOOD OBESITY Childhood obesity is a huge problem in America. Fifteen percent of children are obese and so internist Dr. Holly Phillips joined the show to talk about this problem. Other guests included Chef Michael Tivy, and Fitness expert Celia Kibler.

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PREMATURITY Recent reports say premature births have risen by more than 12 percent. We talked to mothers of children born prematurely and met their children. We also discussed prematurity with the March of Dimes.

PEOPLE DOING GREAT THINGS IN THE COMMUNITY We met Jeremiah Drake an artist and domestic violence activist who has personally taken victims of domestic violence to a plastic surgeon to have scars removed. We also talked to Melissa Sohn, a jewelry designer, was diagnosed with skin cancer and since her diagnoses has formed a foundation called Live4Life and it raised fund for skin cancer research.

HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS Business owners, Lisa Price of Carol’s Daughter, and Dawn Sanders along with Alfred Edmonds of Black Enterprise Magazine discussed how to start a business.

HOLIDAY BEST BESTS We discussed best movies, Broadway shows, and restaurants to got to over the holiday. We also offered charities to donate your time to over the break.

SMART MONEY TIPS FOR END OF YEAR FINANCES We talked with money coach Lynnette Khalfani about getting out of debt. Certified Public Accountant Ginger Broderick offered year end tax tips, and Anthony Hernandez of Charles Schwab offered investment advice.

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NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION A discussion about making New Year’s Resolutions and how to keep them. We talked with psychologist, Dr. Jeff Gardere, and Women’s Health Magazine editor, Jenny Everett. We also talked to two women about making dreams come true and how they started their own baby food company.

THE ABOLISH THE “N” WORD? We talked to Dr. Boyce Watkins from Syracuse University, Reverend Forrest Pritchett of Seton Hall University, a New York City School Administrator Pepper Bonay, and Spoken Word Artist Mo Beasely about the use of the “N” word in our culture among young people, and how it was used by Michael Richards.

CERVICAL CANCER January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. We spoke with Dr. Carol Brown of Memorial Sloan Kettering about the HPV vaccine. We also talked to a cervical cancer survivor. A Physician Assistant who works with teens girls discussed the controversy to administer the HPV vaccine to pre‐adolescent girls. 329

WOMEN AND HEART DISEASE Cardiac arrest patient, Julie Lycksell, told her story of survival while Dr. Harmony Reynolds offered the latest information on heart disease and tips on how to stay heart healthy. We also talked to Women’s Day Editor Jane Chesnutt about “Go Red for Women Day”.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH We discussed about African Americans making history in Hollywood like Jennifer Hudson. We also discussed a new book called Forever Harlem and we highlighted Black History exhibits to visit.

HIP HOP’S & YOUTH CULTURE We discussed Hip Hop’s influence on youth culture with scholars from Princeton University, Penn State University, Rapper Papoose, and Hip Hop Pastor Reverend Darren Ferguson.

THE SKINNY ON THE SKINNY MODEL Fashion experts discuss pressure for models to stay skinny and how it translates into our culture.

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH Workplace experts discuss female success in their careers and women in politics. We also talked to two successful women who work in male dominated fields‐ one a contractor and the other a linewoman for Con Edison.

OFF BROADWAY AND DIVERSITY We meet the stars of two Off Broadway show that explore the diversity of New York City. In The Heights takes us uptown to Washington Heights where one family struggles to put their daughter through college. The other show My Fathers Jewish, My Mother’s Italian and I’m in Therapy show us the humor in our cultures.

SEAN BELL CASE We talked to the lawyers who represent the Sean Bell Family about the Grand Jury Indictment. We also discussed how police officers sometimes have to make a split second decision to use deadly force with former a NYPD Police lieutenant.

PRESCIPTION DRUG ABUSE We talked with experts about the increase in prescription drug abuse. 330

THE NATIONAL PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE WNYW broadcast live coverage of the 50th Annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade. The telecast began Sunday, June 10th at 11 am and ended on FOX‐5 at 1:00pm. It then continued on our sister station WWOR/MY9. Coverage included public officials, and highlighted the Puerto Rican City of Ponce.

MCDONALD’S GOSPELFEST Dari Alexander chatted with Gospel artists Cissy Houston, J Moss, and Morris Robinson about the impact of gospel music on mass culture. They also talked about McDonald’s Scholarship program.

DON IMUS & RUTGERS WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM A roundtable discussion took place to discuss the awful words Don Imus used to describe the Rutgers Women’s Basketball Team.

EXTRAORDINARY TEENS Ron Corning met up with some extraordinary teens that are learning what it takes to start their own business, market products, and become a chef.

GANG VIOLENCE There are some 750,000 young people between the ages of 12 and 24 involved in gang violence in The United States. Lisa Evers sat down and talked with some former gang members who are now youth counselors and some have even started their own youth violence prevention programs.

SCHOOL VIOLENCE An in depth look at school violence as it pertains to Virginia Tech, The Amish School House in Pennsylvania, Columbine, and others was discussed by school violence experts, sociologist, educators, school security experts and more.

PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE RECAP Lisa Evers recapped the flavor, the culture, and the music of the National Puerto Rican Day Parade.

HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS Business owners, Lisa Price of Carol’s Daughter, and Dawn Sanders along with Alfred Edmonds of Black Enterprise Magazine discussed how they started their own business. They offered practical tips on how to do it yourself.

SKINNY ON THE SKINNY MODEL Fashion experts discuss pressure for models to stay skinny and how it translates into our culture.

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NEWS OF THE WEEK ‐ ROUNDTABLE Top stories of the week which include New York City Power Outage, September 11th air quality, congestion prices, rent hikes and more are discussed by editors from the New York Sun, Metro New York, City Journal, and New York Observer.

SUMMER SAFETY Anchor Rick Folbaum takes a summer safety quiz given by Dr. Ruth Borgen, Director of Emergency Pediatrics for Hackensack Medical Center. She explains why the summer season has the highest number of deaths among young people and how to prevent accidents from happening. We also discuss pool safety with the American Red Cross and how to travel safely with your children.

JOB HUNTING Interviewing and networking tips for recent college grads are offered from the experts at Yahoo! Hotjobs, Wall Street Career Journal, and the author of Million Dollar Networking.

CLIMATE CHANGE & CONSERVATION TIPS Global warming is debated by Bill Chameides, a scientist from Environmental Defense, and Dennis Avery the author of the Unstoppable Global Warming. We meet one Liberty Science Center journalist who tells us about her journey to the Bering Sea. We also learn some conservation tips.

GIVE BLOOD! The end of August is one the worst times of the year for blood centers. We talk to the experts from New York Blood Center about the importance of donating blood and we meet some one woman who has been diagnosed with a rare blood disease and benefits from blood donation.

A HIGH 5! In our High 5! series we take a look at people, and organizations doing great things in their community like Big Brothers, Big Sisters, The Ghetto Film School, Mentoring USA, and more.

LABOR DAY 101 We learn the real meaning of Labor Day from a Seton Hall University professor whose expertise is labor relations. She explains how Labor Day is actually a tribute and a day off for workers. We also celebrate Brazil Day one of the biggest cultural festivals happening in the city over the Labor Day weekend.

SEPTEMBER 11TH ‐ 6 YEARS LATER We discuss the September 11th illness, post‐traumatic stress syndrome and why 6 years later people are still suffering with an expert from World Trade Center Family Center. 332

CLIMATE CHANGE & CONSERVATION TIPS Global warming is debated by Bill Chameides, a scientist from Environmental Defense, and Dennis Avery the author of the Unstoppable Global Warming. We meet one Liberty Science Center Journalist who tells us about her journey to the Bearing Sea. We also learn some conservation tips.

CROHN’S AND COLITIS DISEASE Crohn’s and Colitis are two diseases that affect over 2 million people, mostly young people. They both affect the gastrointestinal system of the body. It can be painful and embarrassing illness. We talked to some victims of the disease who are hosting a walk called “Rhondell’s Guts and Glory Walk” to bring awareness to this disease.

KIDNEY DISEASE AWARENESS Dr. Sapna Parikh talked to Dr. Ira Meisels and Richard Stockinger who was diagnosed with Kidney Disease about surviving this disease. She also talked to Casey Casperino a child survivor who started a Kidney Disease fundraiser at her middle school. Ingrid Montecino President of The National Kidney Foundation also joined the panel to promote The New York City Kidney Walk.

HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS Business owners, Lisa Price of Carol’s Daughter, and Dawn Sanders along with Alfred Edmonds of Black Enterprise Magazine discussed how they started their own business. They offered practical tips on how to do it yourself.

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS Jodi Applegate talked with Breast Cancer Survivor and experts about living with the disease, diagnoses, treatment, and prevention.

EXHIBIT 4 WNYW‐NEW YORK, NY POLITICAL PROGRAMMING

1. Public Affairs Shows

333 a. Good Day Street Talk

January 15, 2005 Charles Gargano of the Empire State Development Corporation talks about economy of New York, the public hearings on a proposed new Jets Stadium in Manhattan, the expansion of the Jacob Javits Convention Center, and the rebuilding of Manhattan.

January 29, 2005 Bushes plans to privatize social security is discussed by Deroy Murdock a syndicated columnist for the National Review, and Greg Anrig of Century Foundation.

February 26, 2005 New York has put in a bid for the 2012 Olympics and Assemblywoman Deborah Glick discusses the economic and cultural impact this could have on the city of New York.

March 12, 2005 James Ford discusses new noise code proposed by New York City Council. Arline Bronzaft of New York City Council on Environment and Robert Bookman of the New York Nightlife Association debated this topic.

June 11, 2005 Mark Felt is Deep Throat. Kistren Powers Democratic Consultant, Krill Goncharenko, Republican Consultant, and Don Clarey, a Nixon Campaign worker, talk about Watergate and debate where Mark Felt is a hero or a traitor.

July 9, 2005 Angela McGlowan discussed Homeland Security of the City of New York with State Senator Michael Balboni.

July 16, 2005 Supreme Justice Sarah O’ Connor retires, with Chief Justice Williams Rehnquist not far behind. Host Angela McGlowan chats with Lillian Rodriquez‐Lopez of the Hispanic Federation and Julie Roginsky, Democratic Strategist about who President Bush may appoint to these two positions.

August 6, 2005 The State of New York City’s School System is discussed by City Council Speaker Gifford Miller, Councilmember Robert Jackson, Education 334

Reporter for the New York Post Dave Andreatta, David Banks Principle of Eagle Academy.

August 20, 2005 Angela McGlowan interviews Democratic Mayoral Candidates: Congressman Anthony Weiner, Former Bronx Borough President Fernando Ferrer, City Council Speaker Gifford Miller, and Manhattan Borough President C. Virginia Fields about overcrowding in schools, terrorism, the unemployment rate, and affordable housing.

September 24, 2005 The Mayoral Race between Ferdnando Ferrer and Mike Bloomberg heats up. Political Consultant, Julie Roginsky, Leonard Greens of the New York Post, and Political Analyst Ed Clancy discuss this tight race.

CORETTA SCOTT KING February 4, 2006 Former Manhattan Borough President, C. Virginia Fields, and Leslie Cagan National Coordinator of the United for Peace Justice joined Street Talk to talk about the passing and legacy of Coretta Scott King.

IMMIGRATION BILL 4437 May 6, 2006 Guests Evelyn Hernandez of El Diaro, and Univision’s Morning show Anchor Antonio Martinez came on to talk about Immigration Bill 4437 and the May Day protests.

ELECTION 2006 November 4, 2006 Political analyst talked about the mid‐term elections and who they believed will be the winners and losers. They also discussed who may be the runner for the 2008 Presidential Election. Guests included Political Analyst, Costa Panagopoulus, Republican Strategist Jonathan Greenspan, and Democratic Strategist Julie Roginsky.

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SEAN BELL CASE March 25, 2007 We talked to the lawyers who represent the Sean Bell Family about the Grand Jury Indictment. We also discussed how police officers sometimes have to make a split second decision to use deadly force with former a NYPD Police lieutenant.

DON IMUS & RUTGERS WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM 4/14/07, 4/15/07 A roundtable discussion took place to discuss the awful words Don Imus used to describe the Rutgers Women’s Basketball Team.

2. Political News

2006

Sept. 17th Patricia Kennedy dies: sister of joke passed away at 82 years old. Cigarette tax presser: council member David Weprin of queens wanted to stop high sale tax on cigarettes

McGreevy: controversy about former NJ governor's book ""confession."

Ann Richards funeral: former governor of Texas funeral

NY tax rebates: NYS sent out 700million dollars in tax rebate

Bush un preview: bush and Iran’s president were both at the un general assembly Save Darfur coalition: a rally in central park to send a message to the un about the genocide in Darfur

Mexico Obrador: Manuel Obrador launched a parallel government after loosing the presidential race to Felipe Calderon

Lebanon Spanish troops: Spanish troops arrived in southern Lebanon

Sept 18th Bush un preview: Iran’s president and president bush will both be at the u‐n Save Darfur coalition: tens of thousands rallied in central park. They want the u‐ n to stop the genocide in the Darfur.

Patricia Kennedy dies: Patricia Kennedy law ford... Sister of john f. Kennedy... Died of complications from pneumonia 336

Tax rebates: new York state will start mailing seven‐ hundred ‐ million dollars in school tax rebate

McGreevy: controversy over former new jersey governor Jim McGreevy’s gay "confession."

Sept. 19th U.N. Leaders: u‐n general assembly

Capitol scare: a Maryland man faces federal charges this morning... After causing a big scare at the capitol building in Washington

Bush video game: terrorist training game has one goal ‐‐‐ assassinate president bush.

Sept. 20th Bush / Iran pres: inside the united nations... Today president bush wraps up three days of talks with world leaders.

He's meeting with the Palestinian president... Hoping Mahmoud Abbas can help revive a plan for peace in the middle east

Protestors at UN. estimated 35‐hundred anti‐war demonstrators...they gathered as the president addressed the general assembly

Troop level announcement: the top U.S. Commander in the middle east says our military will stay at its current force levels of 140‐thousand troops through next spring McGreevy book: jams mc‐greave’s memoir chronicles his secret gay life that ultimately destroyed his political career.

White house/you tube: you‐tube is airing anti‐drug campaigns that the federal government has produced.

Li immigration bill: Suffolk county legislators have overwhelmingly approved a new immigration law. Thailand coup/more tanks on street: turmoil in Thailand. A government coup. Tanks and troops... Continue to fill the streets. Now... The army chief who staged the coup... Saying a temporary constitution will be enacted... Within two weeks... And a general election held October 2007.

Saddam trial: Hussein blasted the judges... Charging them with failing to follow the law 337

Baghdad bombing: another round of deadly bombings tears through the city of Mosul

Sept.21st. Chavez comment: in a "fiery" speech... The Venezuelan president called president bush... Quote "the devil".

Israel rally: the largest demonstration of the week assembled outside of the u‐n. The "Israel solidarity rally" brought more than 35‐thousand people to the east side. Speakers denounced terrorism and demanded the release of three Israeli soldiers... Captured by militants.

Sept.22nd Abbas on Israel: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas told UN officials this week that the ""new national unity government" he backs would recognize Israel.

Chavez in Harlem: he went to "mount olive Baptist church" yesterday to announce he's offering 100‐million gallons of deeply discounted heating oil to low income communities. he also bashed bush at every chance and this crowd loved it.

Mideast crisis: a conflict of views between some Palestinian leaders and Hamas, stalling the peace process.

Abbas on Israel: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas telling UN officials this week the new "national unity government" he backs would recognize Israel War on terror: the pentagon... Rejecting claims that intelligence gathered by a secret military unit could have stopped the September 11‐th attacks

Sept.25th Port security grants: the feds are giving new York and new jersey a huge increase in homeland security funding.

Bin Laden report: new doubts this morning about a report that Osama bin laden is dead Clinton on FNC: on "fox news Sunday" when Chris Wallace asked about the hunt for Osama bin laden during the Clinton administration.

Iraq report: the white house... Down‐playing a report by u‐s intelligence saying the war in Iraq has increased the threat of global terrorism.

H.Clinton/Falwell: Reverend Jerry Falwell admits to making a "devilish comment" about Mew York senator Hillary Clinton. 338

Election 2008: in the 2008 presidential elections new jersey want to consider pushing up the state's primary to February fifth.

Sept. 26th Iraq democrats: three retired military officers who served in Iraq are calling for Donald rusted to retire.

Terror intelligence: both parties call for the white house to release the entire intelligence assessment on global terror.

Pataki for president: governor George Pataki will be making a run for the presidency Securing port: the department of homeland security is giving the port authority 25‐million dollars

Sept. 27th Spitzer Faso debate: voters in new York will head to the polls to pick a new governor Hillary defends bill: senator Clinton is defending her husband in the wake of his now infamous interview on fox news Sunday

Declassified Intel report: president bush has decided to release key findings of that national intelligence report... On Iraq.

Diplomat detained: still angry over the bad treatment of his foreign minister at j‐ f‐k airport. Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez says he'll question the u‐s ambassador to his country about the incident

Sept 28th Pirro investigation reax: the FBI... Now investigating the woman who wants to be new York’s next attorney general. This morning... Republican Jeanine Pirro is telling her side of the story GOP convention: the g‐o‐p deciding to hold its national convention in Minneapolis‐ saint Paul.

Giuliani on Clinton: speaking in Florida yesterday... Mister Giuliani defended both presidents' records in the fight against terrorism.

Israel‐Olmert‐Abbas: the Israeli prime minister trying push ahead with peace talks. Bush meets with Musharef: president bush... Playing dinner host and peacemaker at the white house. His aim? End the political wrangling between Pakistani President General Pervez Musharraf... And afghan president Hamid Karzai 339

Terrorism Intel: and in the war on terrorism... The fallout from a new intelligence report continues. Parts of it... Leaked the public earlier this week.

Sept. 29th Pirro fights back: Jeanine Pirro is turning the tables on the feds.

DNC‐ NYC vs. Denver: the race to see which city gets the democratic party convention in 2008... It's coming down to two: the big apple... Versus the mile high city

Senate terror plan: the senate has endorsed president bush's plans to prosecute and interrogate terror suspects.

McGreevy book: his tell‐ all books "the confession" is flying off of store shelves

3. Political Specials

ISSUES: Government/Politics SENATE CLOSED SESSION Date: November 1, 2005 Length: :35 Democrats pulled a rare move in the Senate forcing a closed session. They wanted to get answers about the intelligence leading up to the war in Iraq.

ISSUES: Government/Politics DIPLOMATS PARKING Date: November 4, 2005 Length: :18 The House overwhelmingly passed a bill to withhold aid money to countries that don't pay parking tickets or their property tax bills in New York and Washington. Diplomats owe the City $19 million in unpaid fines.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BUSH AIDES ETHICS Date: November 5, 2005 Length: :21 In the wake of the indictment of ex‐official Scooter Libby, President Bush has ordered his staff to get a refresher on rules of conduct.

ISSUES: Government/Politics TRANSPORTATION ACT Date: November 6, 2005 Length: :40 A new bill on an upcoming ballot called the "Transportation Bond Act" would let New York State borrow $3 billion. On the MTA's agenda is new buses, subway cars and building the 2nd Avenue subway.

ISSUES: Government/Politics ELECTION 2005 Date: November 8, 2005 Length: 25:00 340

Full coverage of the New Jersey Gubernatorial Election in which Democratic Senator Jon Corzine is declared the winner and the New York Mayoral Race in which Republican Mayor Michael Bloomberg is declared the winner.

ISSUES: Government/Politics Fmr US Soldier Kicked out? Date: November 8, 2005 He served the country for 5 years, even grew up and went to HS on long island, but the government wants him out of the country.

ISSUES: Government/Politics ELECTION 2005 Date: November 9, 2005 Length: 2:30 Coverage of the day after the Elections in the tri‐state area, including New York Mayoral winner Michael Bloomberg and New Jersey Governor‐Elect Jon Corzine.

ISSUES: Government/Politics Zip Code Screw up Date: November 10, 2005 Length: 3:00 Three towns with the same zip code also have the same exact street addresses this postal predicament has the people in these towns getting their mail messed up big time ‐ letters, packages and important prescription drugs go to the right address in the wrong town. (shot entirely in NJ)

ISSUES: Government/Politics Fire Dept Car Date: November 14, 2005 Length: 4:00 Investigation: She’s a fire department employee who gets a city car to take to work, but our undercover cameras catch her using the car for personal errands and shopping sprees.

ISSUES: Government/Politics Build it then destroy Date: November 14, 2005 Length: 4:00 INVESTIGATION: The city used your tax dollars to build a brand new multimillion dollar facility for EMS workers now they are using tax dollars to tear it down… and then they are going to use your tax dollars again to build a hospital wing on the land.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SEPT. 11 AID Date: November 15, 2005 Length: :20 Congress took back $125 million in aid to treat sick and injured workers at Ground Zero.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CODEY‐NO SENATE Date: November 23, 2005 Length: :21 Acting Governor Richard Codey says he has no interest in finishing Governor‐Elect Jon Corzine's Senate term.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BALLOON MISHAP Date: November 25, 2005 Length: 1:40 341

Mayor Bloomberg announced he is appointing a task force to investigate what went wrong with the balloon accident at the Thanksgiving Day Parade.

ISSUES: Government/Politics NJ GOV RACE SPENDING Date: November 28, 2005 Length: :24 The Governor's Race in New Jersey this year was the most expensive ever. According to figures released by both parties, Democrat Jon Corzine spent $44 million to win the race. Republican Doug Forrester was a close second, spending $31 million.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PIRRO FOR AG? Date: November 29, 2005 Length: :18 Westchester District Attorney Jeanine Pirro is trying to unseat Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton. But State Senate Majority Leader Joseph Bruno says he'd like to see Pirro run for State Attorney General.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SCHOOL STEROIDS Date: November 29, 2005 Length: :22 New Jersey's Acting Governor Richard Codey says he supports some form of steroid testing in high schools.

ISSUES: Government/Politics GUN TRACING LAWS Date: December 4, 2005 Length: :35 Officials say it's too easy for criminals to buy guns out of state where laws aren't as strict, and commit crimes here.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CORZINE/MENENDEZ Date: December 9, 2005 Length: :36 Governor Jon Corzine has picked Congressman Robert Menendez to finish the last year of his Senate term. Menendez, the son of Cuban immigrants, becomes the first Latino to represent the Garden State in the Senate.

ISSUES: Government/Politics MENENDEZ SEAT Date: December 9, 2005 Length: :30 Under the U.S. Constitution, Congressman Robert Menendez’s House Seat must be filled by an election. As for potential candidates, Assembly Speaker Albio Sires, who is the Mayor of West New York, is a likely front‐runner.

ISSUES: Government/Politics TOXIC DUST Date: December 9, 2005 Length: :19 Some New York lawmakers are asking the Government Accountability Office to monitor any new EPA air testing of Manhattan. They say the first tests at Ground Zero were a failure. The EPA says its plan is sound.

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ISSUES: Government/Politics COP SHOT/GUN CONTROL Date: December 12, 2005 Length: 1:30 A report on the shooting of an NYPD officer. It’s also another instance in which Mayor Bloomberg, a Republican, is going against the platform of the Republican Party, which does not support gun control.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BUSH/NO TORTURE Date: December 15, 2005 Length: :28 After months of resistance and heated negotiations, the White House has signed off on the ban on the torture of terrorism suspects.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PATAKI/GUN CONTROL Date: December 16, 2005 Length: :26 Governor Pataki wants the Senate and Assembly back in Albany for a special session as he has proposed legislation that includes the death penalty is crucial to keep police officers safe and get illegal guns off the streets.

ISSUES: Government/Politics NJ SMOKING BAN Date: December 16, 2005 Length: :16 The New Jersey State Senate approved a bill calling for no‐smoking zones in most indoor public places. Atlantic City casinos would be exempt.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PIRRO RETURNS FUNDS Date: December 24, 2005 Length: :26 Westchester D.A. Jeanne Pirro raised more than $360,000 to try to unseat New York Senator Hillary Clinton. But now that she has dropped out of the race. ISSUES: Government/Politics CORZINE SALARY Date: December 25, 2005 Length: :22 NJ Governor Jon Corzine has decided not to accept the full salary for his duties as Governor. Instead, the multi‐millionaire will do the job for $1.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CREDIT CARD REPORT Date: December 29, 2005 Length: :25 Queens Councilman Eric Gioia compiled a list of the best and worst credit cards based on interest rates and fees. He found the cards with the lowest APR are Capital One Mastercard.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PATAKI/PA PENSION Date: December 30, 2005 Length: :20 Governor Pataki doesn't approve of a potential pension giveback. The MTA agreed to back legislation to give workers a pension rebate.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SPITZER/ED KOCH Date: December 30, 2005 Length: :42 343

Former Mayor Ed Koch says he's backing Democratic Attorney General Eliot Spitzer for New York Governor.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SCHUMER SAFE TAXIS Date: December 30, 2005 Length: :43 Cabbie Gurbaj Singh was killed when his cab was smashed in a hit and run, and his cab exploded. But Senator Charles Schumer says the real problem is the Ford "Crown Victoria," which has the same gas tank problems.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BOYS CHOIR/RANGEL Date: December 30, 2005 Length: :43 The Department of Education told the Harlem Boy's Choir they have to operate after hours or leave the school building they currently use.

2006 Government/Politics:

Gun control/ ‐ 1:46 (government/politics) Some people see illegal guns on the streets just about every other day...and for them... Mayor Bloomberg’s words are encouraging. However... One expert we talked to tonight says without a tougher federal gun control law.... The mayor's words will go nowhere.

During his inaugural speech... Mayor Bloomberg talked tough about cracking down on illegal guns even saying he'll go after other states that don't toughen their laws.

Sex offender law/ ‐:30 (government/politics) Lawmakers are at odds over a bill to keep thousands of convicted sex offenders from coming off the public registry.

More than 35‐hundred sex offenders are expected to disappear from the list in New York by the end of the year.

But the assembly wants a one‐year moratorium to give congress time to set up a national database.

Sen. Martin golden says, "we know who these convicted sex offenders are. More than likely, they will commit these heinous crimes again. We ought to be able to do something about it."

The NYCLU is concerned the legislation fails to distinguish between offenders who pose a serious threat.. And those who do not

Smoke Free Act/ ‐ :11 (government/politics) New York’s smoke free environment is spreading across the river. 344

To New Jersey. A bill is on the Governor's desk right now.

State of State New Jersey/ ‐ :41 (government/ politics) New Jersey's Governor has delivered his final state of the state address. Richard Codey served 14‐months, after Governor Jim McGreevy stepped down. Codey touted his achievements in today's address... Talking about his ban on indoor public smoking and how he increased minimum wage and secured money for stem cell research. Codey will serve one more week.. Until Senator Jon Corzine takes office. Then Codey will resume his role as Senate President.

Wednesday, January 11 No heat meeting/ ‐ :35 (government/politics) There's a push to make sure everyone has heat when temperatures dip again this winter. Bronx Borough President Carrion proposed legislation to make landlords more accountable in keeping their tenants warm. A mother says her baby died last weekend because her apartment had no heat. Mr. Carrion's proposal includes making sure landlords have their furnaces working in September not December. He also wants bigger fines for landlords who do not provide heat.. Raising them from 50‐dollars to‐ five‐ hundred dollars.

Suozzi for Governor/ ‐ :23 (government/ politics) He was just re‐elected Nassau County Executive but Tom Suozzi may have his eyes set on an even higher office. There's word he's thinking about challenging Elliot Spitzer for the Democratic nomination for Governor. Reports say he'll announce an exploratory committee on Friday. Right now he's a long shot. Polls show him trailing the state attorney general 69 to 11 percent. But the primary isn't till September.

Alito/ ‐:40 (government/politics) After 18 hours and some seven‐hundred questions, Supreme Court nominee Samuel Alito is finally done testifying. On the fourth and final day of his confirmation hearings it was the last chance for Democrats to press President Bush's conservative pick. And they didn't let him off the hook easily. At the end of his questioning Senator Schumer said he remains very troubled: it's a record that contains evidence that you believe the Constitution does not protect a woman's right to choose. It's a record that suggests you believe in an executive branch so powerful that it would trump other branches of government. Sen. Schumer signaled that he's likely to vote against Alito's nomination. Committee members start their debate Tuesday.

New York voting machines/ ‐:25 (government/ politics) New York is not getting rid of its old voting machines just yet. The state board of elections says communities may need to use the old lever and curtain machines this November. New York is behind schedule in complying with a federal mandate to modernize voting systems. In fact, the feds are threatening to sue saying New York is lagging behind every other state in the nation 345

Sunday, January 15 NJ ban on smoking/ ‐ :11 (government/politics) Two major laws signed today in new jersey that will affect just about everyone. First, smoking will be banned in most bars and restaurants. And now you're going to have be 19 to buy cigarettes.

Monday, January 16 Corzine inauguration/ ‐ :25 (government/politics) John Corzine is just hours away from being sworn in as New Jersey's Governor. His day tomorrow begins with an interfaith prayer service at Princeton University Chapel, featuring 24 religious leaders. Corzine will be sworn in at noon at the War Memorial, then deliver his inaugural address. Then it's back to Princeton for the inaugural ball.

Tuesday, January 17 Governor Pataki budget/ ‐ :29 (government/politics) Outgoing New York Governor George Pataki presented his final state budget to lawmakers. The proposal totaling more than one‐ hundred‐ ten ‐billion dollars... Promises New Yorkers lower taxes... Increased Medicaid spending.. And more money for schools and job creation. The three‐ time Governor... Also proposed tax credits for people who buy hybrid cars... An incentive aimed at cutting back on gas consumption.

Sunday, January 22 Bed bug legislation ‐:37 (government/politics) There's good reason, to take the expression, "don't let the bed bugs bite" seriously. Those little mites, are back.. In a big way. Bed bugs, are attacking, in every neighborhood. Councilwoman Gale Brewer is backing legislation, to ban the sale, of old mattresses and stop, new mattresses, from being transported, next to old ones. Doctors say, it's important to know, how to deal with the bugs, fast... Because, they spread quickly:

Election 2006/ ‐ :23 (government/politics) The race for new York’s attorney general is heating up. Former Westchester DA Jeanine Pirro may have to battle for the GOP nomination. Fellow Republican and Staten Island District Attorney Daniel Donovan Jr. may be running. His spokesperson said Donovan was approached by republican party leaders to consider joining the race. The post is being vacated by Elliot Spitzer who is running for Governor.

Tuesday, January 24 Spitzer and Paterson/ ‐ :19 (government/politics) Right now Attorney General Eliot Spitzer is the democrats' only declared candidate for New York Governor. And now he may have a running mate. Reports say Senate 346

Democratic leader David Paterson will run as his Lieutenant Governor. Paterson is legally blind and the top ranking black legislator in Albany. Paterson's office isn't commenting on the report.

Mayor state of the city/ ‐ :36 (government/politics) Mayor Bloomberg’s state of the city report laid the groundwork for the next year, and beyond. On his to‐do list: Take over control, and speed up, most of the redevelopment at Ground Zero, and crack down on guns.

Hillary for Prez/ ‐ :30 (government/politics) Senator Clinton could face an uphill battle if she runs for President in 2008. A new poll finds 62‐percent of New Yorkers don't think she would win and 49‐percent don't even think she should run. That's compared to 41‐percent who say she should run. 51‐ percent of those polled say the Senator will be treated more harshly than other Presidential candidates... Because of whom she is. Senator Clinton hasn't said whether she'll seek the Democratic nomination in 2008. She's up for re‐election to the Senate this year.

Tuesday, January 31 State of the union address / ‐ :39 (government/politics) There is a better way. That was the message Democrats delivered *after* the President's speech. Party leaders tapped Virginia Governor Tim Kaine to give their response:

“Government should serve the American people. But that mission is frustrated by this Administration's poor choices and bad management. Families in the Gulf Coast see that as they wait to rebuild their lives. Americans who lose their jobs see that as they look to rebuild their careers. And our soldiers in Iraq see that as they try to rebuild a nation." Democrats are hoping to regain control of the House and Senate in this year's mid‐term elections.

Alito swearing in/ ‐ :23 (government/politics) Justice Samuel Alito took the oath for the Supreme Court. This was the ceremony at the White House. His family and friends were there. It was a repeat of the official swearing in yesterday also conducted by new Chief Justice John Roberts.

And tonight in his first case, Alito split with the Court's Conservatives refusing to let Missouri execute a death‐ row inmate fighting lethal injection.

Hillary on 9/11 laws / ‐ :39 (government/politics) Senator Clinton is praising a federal judge's ruling to allow a lawsuit to go forward against the EPA. The class‐action suit, filed by people living in lower Manhattan and Brooklyn, claims they were exposed to toxic dust and pollutants shortly after 9/11 and were not warned by the EPA about potential dangers. 347

Senator Clinton says the judge's decision reinforces what she thought all along.

Watch your speed/ ‐ 1:30 (government/politics) Attention to all of you who dare to drive within New York City limits above the speed limit. The Mayor of New York is a fan of new devices that would be put on top of cars. They would light‐up when you revved‐up. Some New Yorkers we found would go along for the ride...but most we spoke with are not driving in the same lane as Hizzoner.

Tuesday, February 7 Nixzmary’s law/ ‐ :24 (government/ politics) Nixzmary's law is a step closer to happening. The State Senate passed the bill. It's named after Nixzmary Brown. Her parents are accused of abusing her and beating her to death last month. The law would give life in prison without parole to parents or guardians who cause the death of a child under 14 intentionally or through abuse and torture. The bill now goes to the Assembly.

Blackout report/ ‐ :24 (government/politics) A New York City Agency under fire for what it did *not* do during the blackout of 2003. When the lights went out millions of gallons of raw sewage dumped into the East River. The Department of Environmental Protection admits it happened because it was not properly maintaining one of its critical emergency backup systems.

A court will now watch over the Agency's practices for the next three years.

Booker for mayor/ ‐ :20 (government/politics) A political battle is brewing in Newark... As one candidate for mayor makes it official. In an exclusive interview on "Good Day New York"... Cory Booker announced he's running again and kicked off his campaign. In 2002,.he ran against long‐time mayor Sharpe James and lost. His campaign was the subject of the "Oscar" nominated documentary "Street Fight.”

Anti‐Bush Rally/trt‐ :22 (government/politics) Mrs. Bush made the comments from Italy. She's leading the US delegation at the Winter Olympics in Turin. Not everyone's happy to see her though. Protesters greeted the First Lady's motorcade in Italy. They say they're rallying around what they feel is "American imperialism" spreading throughout the world. A spokesperson says Mrs. Bush did not mind the protests and that everyone is entitled to their beliefs.

Alito installation/ ‐ :21 (government/politics) Justice Samuel Alito is officially a member of the US Supreme Court. During a private ceremony, the New Jersey native was installed on the Nation's highest court. He then posed for pictures with his family. It's called a formal "investiture ceremony". Alito was sworn in by chief justice John Roberts. He's the 110th person to sit on the court. 348

City council staffers get ax/ ‐:24 (government/politics) City council speaker, Christine Quinn, is handing out pink slips. Sixty‐one council staffers were fired yesterday including 2 top budget experts. The council has a big central staff ‐‐ close to 300 employees, in all. The cuts, represent, about 4‐million dollars, in salaries. Some vacancies will be filled, however, Quinn, is expected, to fill some of the vacancies, in the coming weeks.

The firings are reportedly part of her efforts to reform the bureaucracy of the council.

Sports bets / ‐:24 (government/politics) New Jersey lawmakers are betting they can challenge the feds in court and legalize sports wagering in the state. The two South Jersey Assemblymen want to allow in person betting on pro sports in Atlantic City casinos. This would mean casino customers could bet on the super bowl or any other big sporting event.

Right now, federal law only allows legal sports gambling in four states which including Nevada.

Saturday, February 25 Suozzi announcement/ ‐ :33 (government/politics) Nassau county executive, Tom Suozzi has made it official. He's running, for Governor. The 43‐year‐old democrat announced his candidacy, today in Glen Cove. He'll challenge State Attorney General Eliot Spitzer in the Democratic primary. Suozzi says, compared to Spitzer, he'll be a different kind of Democrat. Spitzer has raised 19‐million dollars... To Suozzi's 5‐million... And he's far ahead in most polls. He says, he's not worried by Suozzi's challenge.

Monday, February 27 Schumer plan/ ‐ :20 (government/politics) The pressure's rising to get the World Trade Center site rebuilt faster. Senator Schumer wants developer Larry Silverstein to give up his right to build the Freedom Towers if he can't meet construction deadlines. In exchange the Senator is proposing that the Port Authority promise to move into the Freedom Tower, the first of the towers to be built.

Cell phone law/ ‐ :17 (government/politics) Tossing your old cell phone in the trash could soon be illegal. Westchester county approved a bill to force you to recycle your old cell phone. Getting caught could mean a 250 dollar fine. The county executive is expected sign the bill shortly. It takes effect 90 days later.

Thursday, March 2 Voting machines/trt‐:25 (government/politics) 349

New York is apparently not moving fast enough to update its voting machines. so the state now faces a federal lawsuit. According to the Justice Department... New York is making the least progress in phasing out antiquated voting booths. The Federal Government called for the changes following the disputed 2000 Presidential race. State officials say new voting machines and a voter registration database 'will' be ready by this fall.

Suspicious fires/trt‐: 38 (government/politics) There's concern about a rash of suspicious fires in Brooklyn. just last week... Four people died in a fire in an apartment building in Prospect Heights. Fire investigators say someone set the fire intentionally. it was the just the latest in a series of arson fires in Brooklyn. relatives and Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz ... Want help from the public. Council members are also concerned about the number of fire marshals in the city.

Tuesday, March 7 NJ smoking ban trt/‐:18 (government/politics) Where there's smoke... There's a lawsuit.

A coalition of bar, restaurant and bowling alley operators in New Jersey... Have gone to federal court. They want the State's new indoor smoking ban ruled unconstitutional. They say it's not fair that casinos in Atlantic City have been made exempt from the new law.

Patriot act trt/‐:22 (government/politics) After months of bitter fighting, the House of Representatives has voted to renew the Patriot Act. Lawmakers delayed their vote two months ... After revelations the Bush Administration has been tapping people's phones without warrants.

The renewed bill sets limits on the government's power... To demand records from private businesses and libraries. The White House says President Bush will sign the bill into law.

McGowan resigns/ ‐:26 (government/politics) One of the most powerful politicians in Suffolk county... is now a convicted felon. Peter McGowan resigned today as Islip town supervisor is pleading guilty to felony corruption charges. He was accused of misusing campaign funds. As part of a plea deal, McGowan will have to pay back more than a million dollars to his contributors. He'll be sentenced in May. Deputy Town Supervisor Jeanette Messina is expected to serve out the remainder of McGowan’s term.

Seaport security/‐:40 (government/politics) One day after a controversial deal was scrapped, a New Jersey Senator is pushing to make sure foreign governments stay out of American ports, forever. Senator Robert 350

Menendez introduced a bill that would permanently bar foreign governments from controlling US ports.

The Senator also wants to triple the current amount money spent on port security... Under increasing pressure, a Dubai‐based company backed out yesterday from a deal to take over operations at six major American ports.

ISSUES: Government/Politics APRIL 15TH SMOKE BAN Date: April 1, 2006 Length: :24 The ban on smoking in public takes effect in 2 weeks and bar owners are scrambling to expand outdoor decks, adding ash trays and propane heaters to accommodate outdoor smokers.

ISSUES: Government/Politics IRS SELLING INFORMATION Date: April 2, 2006 Length: :35 Senator Chuck Schumer warns citizens on tax preparer’s inability to sell your private information for as long as people know about it. Under current law, tax preparers are not allowed to share your information with anyone.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BUSH IN BRIDGEPORT Date: April 5, 2006 Length: :21 With Bridgeport, Connecticut having one of the highest health insurance in the country, President Bush addressed the tax‐free medical savings accounts.

ISSUES: Government/Politics IMMIGRANT CAPITAL HILL Date: April 6, 2006 Length: :19 The Senate is close to an agreement that would allow illegal immigrants to stay in the country for 5 years or more to remain and continue working, applying for legal residency after working 6 years.

ISSUES: Government NJ WAYS TO SAVE Date: April 9, 2006 Length: :23 New Jersey’s got some money problems and they want citizens to log onto NJBudgetCut.com and submit money saving ideas.

ISSUES: Government THE MAYOR’S ANNOUNCMENT Date: April 11, 2006 Length: :36 Mayor Mike Bloomberg announced Robert Hess, previously in charge of Philadelphia's Homeless Department, will be leading the Homeless Services in New York. Hess’s goal is to reduce the number of homeless by at least 2/3 over the next 4 years.

ISSUES: Government PATAKI BUDGET Date: April 12, 2006 Length: :39 351

Governor Pataki promised more state budget vetoes, bringing the budget to $112.8 Billion, still 2 billion more then its original budget proposed in January.

ISSUES: Government POSTPARTUM LAW Date: April 13, 2006 Length: :26 Governor Jon Corzine signed into law a bill that would require health care professionals to educate pregnant women and their families about Post‐Partum Depression. Doctors will also screen new moms for the disorder.

ISSUES: Government NJ SCHOOL ELECTIONS Date: April 18, 2006 Length: :17 School elections are taking place in many New Jersey communities where voters will elect school board members in most of the State's 601 School Districts. Eleven Districts are also asking voters to approve bond issues to pay for construction projects.

ISSUES: Government McCLELLAN QUITS Date: April 19, 2006 Length: :37 President Bush's 2 ½ year Press Secretary, Scott McClellan, stepped down without specifying the reason.

ISSUES: Government SECOND AVE. SUBWAY APPROVED Date: April 22, 2006 Length: :19 Final plans for the new Second Avenue line, running from 125th street to Hanover Square, have been approved and Governor Pataki says it will improve the economy for the entire state.

ISSUES: Government SCHUMER HUMAN REMAINS Date: April 23, 2006 Length: :34 Senator Chuck Schumer has asked the Pentagon for help from an elite Military Unit to find more remains of 9/11 victims, since in the past month, more than 600 bone fragments have been found at the Deutsche Bank building.

ISSUES: Government KATRINA AFTERMATH Date: April 27, 2006 Length: :44 A Bi‐Partisan Senate Panel is criticizing the performances of President George Bush the Mayor of New Orleans, and the Governor of Louisiana during Hurricane Katrina.

ISSUES: Government/Politics Puerto Rico Shotdown Date: May 2, 2006 Length: :21 Puerto Rican lawmakers failed to resolve the U.S. Commonwealth's budget impasse forcing nearly 100‐thousand people temporarily without jobs.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SOCIAL SECURITY RUNNING OUT Date: May 2, 2006 Length: :19 352

Government trustees say the Medicare trust fund will go bust in just 12 years and the trust fund for Social Security will be depleted by the end of 2040.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BLOOMIE BUDGET Date: May 4, 2006 Length: :39 Mayor Bloomberg unveiled his budget for the upcoming fiscal year, including $6.5 billion to help fund the city's 5 year school construction plan, $21million to hire 800 new police officers and 400 NYPD civilian workers

ISSUES: Government/Politics WHITEHOUSE SHAKE‐UP Date: May 5, 2006 Length: :37 The Director of the CIA for the Bush Administration, Porter Goss is stepping down.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CAPITOL HILL HEARINGS Date: May 9, 2006 Length: :24 President Bush joined in the call to get automakers to produce cars that get better gas mileage.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BOOKER VICTORY Date: May 10, 2006 Length: :14 Celebrating a major victory for a second time, Newark's Mayor‐Elect, Cory Booker, is vowing to lead the city in a new direction.

ISSUES: Government/Politics HAYDEN HILL NSA Date: May 12, 2006 Length: :30 Bush is still looking for someone to replace the CIA Director and his new nominee is General Michael Hayden who used to lead the NSA and oversaw the program.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PUERTO RICO SHUT‐DOWN Date: May 13, 2006 Length: :21 After 2 weeks of the partial Government shutdown and thousands of employees temporarily out of a job, under an agreement, workers could finally return to work. Fortunately, they'll be paid for all the hours missed because of the shutdown.

ISSUES: Government/Politics OUTRAGEOUS WASTE Date: June 4, 2006 Length: :49 Washington is cutting New York's terror funding... and is instead giving security money to a mushroom festival.

ISSUES: Government/Politics MAYOR CALLS CHERTOFF Date: June 5, 2006 Length: :19 New York Lawmakers are fighting and protesting Homeland Security’s slashing of funding for our anti‐terror programs. 353

ISSUES: Government/Politics ELECTION 2006 Date: June 6, 2006 Length: :17 There is a race for two big political names in New Jersey, hoping to grab the "US Senate” seat vacated by Governor Corzine.

ISSUES: Government/Politics WAR ON TERROR Date: June 12, 2006 Length: :29 The City Council learned how Federal cuts will effect the police department, by only receiving $124 million... down almost half from last year.

ISSUES: Government JERSEY CITY MAYOR Date: June 18, 2006 Length: :26 Jersey City Mayor Jerramiah Healy says cops manhandled him outside of bar

ISSUES: Government COREY BOOKER PLOT Date: June 21, 2006 Length: 1:13 Authorities uncovered a prison uprising plot to assassinate the new Mayor of Newark. Mayor Booker’s security team has been beefed up.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BOOKER INAUGURATION Date: July 1, 2006 Length: :12 Newark swore in its first new Mayor in two decades. Cory Booker is promising to turn around the struggling city.

ISSUES: Government/Politics FLOODED OUT Date: July 2, 2006 Length: :20 Thousands of people in, New Jersey are still waiting to hear, if they'll be getting federal disaster money after all those floods. Governor Jon Corzine is asking President Bush to declare the State a major disaster area, so people can get help.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BLOOMBERG IMMIGRATION Date: July 5, 2006 Length: :17 Mayor Bloomberg gave a US Senate Judiciary Committee his thoughts about immigration reform. Bloomberg told lawmakers New York City’s economy would collapse, if all illegal immigrants were deported.

SSUES: Government/Politics TOP STORY RECAP Date: July 6, 2006 Length: :26 Governor Corzine and State Legislators agreed on a new State budget, meaning State workers will go back to work within 24 to 36 hours; re‐opening casinos, state offices and beaches. The deal calls for a 1% increase in the State Sales Tax to 7%. Half of that increase will go to property tax relief.

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ISSUES: Government/Politics BOOKER SAFE SUMMER Date: July 8, 2006 Length: :25 Mayor Cory Booker attended a community program, where he joined kids, to kick off Newark's "Safe Summer Initiative". This program gives families information about city recreation programs, including plans to create more summer job opportunities for Newark teenagers.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CT MAYOR COCAINE Date: July 9, 2006 Length: :25 Connecticut Mayor John Fabrizi was challenged, by Bridgeport’s local newspaper to take a spot drug test. The "Connecticut Post" reports that Fabrizi canceled, his appointments, went to a testing facility and passed. Fabrizi admitted, to past cocaine use, but said he'd been clean for 18 months.

ISSUES: Government/Politics MAYOR BOOKER 100 DAYS Date: July 10, 2006 Length: :43 Ten days after being sworn in, Newark Mayor Cory Booker is laying out his plan for cracking down on crime. Booker unveiled his 100‐day plan to address the issues of crime safety, government ethics, economic empowerment and many more.

ISSUES: Government/Politics VALERIE PLAME Date: July 14, 2006 Length: :40 Valerie Plame is filing a lawsuit and speaking out. Plame is suing Vice President Cheney, his top advisor, and his aide Karl Rove. She says the three conspired to leak her identity as a CIA agent to the press.

ISSUES: Government Politics GOV DEBATE DRUGS Date: July 25, 2006 Length: :34 Elliot Spitzer and Thomas Suozzi faced off in a gubernatorial debate answering questions at pace university. When asked about marijuana usage for medical purposes, Suozzi said he is in favor, while Spitzer said he is against it.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CYNTHIA’S LAW Date: July 30, 2006 Length: :34 Governor Pataki signed "Cynthia's Law," which applies to abuse cases where a child less than 5 years old and is injured by shaking, slamming or throwing. It was named, for Cynthia Gibbs, a baby girl who died at the hands of her sitter, in 2000.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CASTRO HEALTH CRISIS Date: August 1, 2006 Length: :38 After Castro relinquished his power for the first time in almost 5 decades because of health reasons, Union City residents discuss the possibility of a free Cuba.

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ISSUES: Government/Politics PATAKI POWER GRID Date: August 2, 2006 Length: :36 Governor Pataki unveiled a new, high‐tech power cable that could help reduce blackouts. The new cable, which is being tested in Albany right now, can carry three to five times as much power as a conventional one.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SUBWAY BREASTFEEDING Date: August 4, 2006 Length: 1:03 New mothers are banding together with Congresswoman Maloney to fight for their right to breast‐feed in public. In 1999, legislation passed a law guaranteeing women the right to breast‐feed on federal property. Still, women get ticketed for breastfeeding in subway cars.

ISSUES: Government/Politics ELECTION 2006 Date: August 6, 2006 Length: :14 Conservative Democratic Senator Joe Lieberman’s poll numbers aren't looking good for him, before Tuesday’s primary. He has been very vocal about his support for initiative to wage war in Iraq and political observers believe it’s what’s causing voters to have contempt for the junior Senator of Connecticut.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PREYING ON THE POOR Date: August 6, 2006 Length: :35 Senator Charles Schumer and his office have conducted a survey on stores like "Rent‐A‐ Center" throughout the 5 boroughs and they found that they often charge customers more than triple the normal retail prices. Rent‐A‐Center was not available for comment.

ISSUES: Government/Politics LIBERMAN VS. LAMONT Date: August 8, 2006 Length: :14 Senator Joe Lieberman is being hailed as the comeback kid, for closing in on his opponent Ned Lamont. It is unsure if it will be enough to get him on the ballot in November.

ISSUES: Government/Politics ELECTION RACE Date: August 8, 2006 Length: :20 Connecticut is in the process of picking their Democratic Candidate for Governor. New haven Mayor John Destefano has 51% of the votes, while Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy, has 49%. The winner will then face Republican Jodi Rell in the fall.

ISSUES: Homeland Security STATUE OF LIBERITY CROWN Date: August 9, 2006 Length: :22 According to the National Park Service, The Statue of Liberty Crown will continue to stay closed because of concerns about its cramped spiral staircase and what could happen in an emergency. 356

ISSUES: Government/Politics SCHUMER STRANDED Date: August 10, 2006 Length: :37 New York Senator Schumer, his wife and his two daughters were among the thousands of travelers stranded at Heathrow. They were supposed to make a connecting flight out of London. The Senator says he's stuck in London for at least a few days.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CLUB CAMERAS Date: August 14, 2006 Length: :41 City Council Speaker Christine Quinn wants security cameras installed at 250 clubs in the city in response to the recent club murders. Quinn also wants clubs to install id checking machines to curb underage drinking.

ISSUES: Government/Politics CLINTON/BIN LADEN Date: August 15, 2006 Length: :27 Republican Candidate John Spencer is challenging Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton by linking her to Osama Bin Laden for opposing national security programs that may have stopped the terror plot to blow up planes. Clinton calls the ad inaccurate.

ISSUES: Government/Politics ENGLISH ONLY MEETING Date: August 17, 2006 Length: :24 Tonight the Borough Council of Bogota, New Jersey voted on making English the borough’s official language, but critics believe it will only encourage prejudice. The plan is the idea of Republican Mayor Steve Lonegan.

ISSUES: Government/Politics LIEBERMAN QUALIFIES Date: August 23, 2006 Length: :21 Two weeks after Senator Joe Lieberman lost the Democratic Primary, he won a spot on the November ballot. His campaign to create a new political party collected more than 18‐thousand signatures.

ISSUES: Government/Politics LIEBERMAN QUALIFIES Date: August 23, 2006 Length: :21 New York City Council Member, Gail Brewer, proposed A legislation to ban the reselling of mattresses; a common way bed bugs spread. She also wants to create a task force addressing the New York City bed bug issues. There will be a public hearing for the legislation concerning the issue in mid September.

ISSUES: Government/Politics NAGIN GROUND ZERO Date: August 24, 2006 Length: :10 New Yorkers are demanding an apology from New Orleans’s Mayor, Ray Nogain, when he made a comment about New York taking so long to rebuild Ground Zero during an interview with 60 Minutes 357

ISSUES: Government/Politics NJ ATTORNEY GENERAL Date: August 24, 2006 Length: :21 A week after New Jersey’s Attorney General announced that she was stepping down; Governor Jon Corzine nominated his Chief Counsel, Stuart Rabner to replace Zulima Farber.

ISSUES: Government/Politics RAY NAGIN REAX Date: August 25, 2006 Length: :10 New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin was back in front of the cameras speaking about his Ground Zero remark. But the Mayor still seems a little confused that he got people so fired up.

ISSUES: Government/Politics BUSH TO GROUND Date: September 1, 2006 Length: :14 President Bush is planning to visit Ground Zero the Pentagon and the Pennsylvania Crash Site of United Flight 93 on September 11th to mark the 5 years since the attacks.

ISSUES: Government/Politics MIKE SCOLDS: DON’T FREAK Date: September 3, 2006 Length: :18 Mayor Bloomberg told Rolling Stone magazine that New Yorkers are "too freaked out" by terrorists and that we should worry more about smoking or getting hit by a car. A recent AP poll found more than half of New Yorkers are worried about being attacked again.

ISSUES: Government/Politics MIKE SCOLDS: DON’T FREAK Date: September 3, 2006 Length: :18 Senator Charles Schumer says the Kentucky commuter plane crash that killed 49 people should be a "wake‐up call" for the FAA. The Senator also called on congress to approve funding for a new control tower at LaGuardia Airport because it often leaks when it rains.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SECURITY REPORT Date: September 4, 2006 Length: 1:40 With the anniversary of 9/11 a week away, a new terror fighting report card comes out. Senator Chuck Schumer says the Government gets a c‐minus overall, but fails in the area of mass transit. The report card also claims the Government is flunking in funding, skimping on money for first responders and bomb detection.

ISSUES: Government/Politics NURSES VIGIL Date: September 4, 2006 Length: :23 Senator Robert Menendez supported 13‐hundred nurses who walked off the job after rejecting a tentative contract agreement their union had backed which would have given them a 3% raise and higher pension contributions. 358

ISSUES: Government/Politics WTC MUSEUM Date: September 5, 2006 Length: :44 Mayor Bloomberg says 9/11 families are sharing their memories with recordings made by the nonprofit organization Storycorps that will be part of the memorial museum at ground zero. Storycorps hopes to record at least one story about each of the nearly 3‐ thousand people killed.

ISSUES: Government/Politics WTC PROTEST Date: September 6, 2006 Length: :15 Ground Zero workers and their advocates are demanding Governor Pataki provide reparations for the health crisis suffered by first responders and those who lived near ground zero. They want the governor to tap into $125‐million in unused federal funds.

ISSUES: Government/Politics NEWARK POLICE COMM Date: September 7, 2006 Length: :35 Mayor Cory Booker appointed 25‐year NYPD veteran Garry McCarthy to police director. Mayor Booker says he's just what Newark needs to continue on the path to excellence.

ISSUES: Government/Politics PATAKI/SILVERSTEIN Date: September 7, 2006 Length: :43 Governor Pataki is excited about the designs to rebuild Ground Zero after the designs for three new office buildings were unveiled in lower Manhattan. Construction is set to begin early next year and should be completed in six years.

ISSUES: Government/Politics GOVERNOR RACE PREVIEW Date: September 8, 2006 Length: 1:49 Elliott Spitzer is ahead with 72% of likely voters supporting him, compared to 15% for Tom Suozzi, but that's actually a 6% improvement for Suozzi from earlier this summer. They are both democratic candidates for New York Governor.

ISSUES: Government/Politics SPITZER HQ PIC Date: September 12, 2006 Length: :25 State Attorney General Eliot Spitzer won the Democratic Nomination for Governor. He won 82% of the vote, while his opponent, Nassau County Executive Tom Suozzi, received 18%.

ISSUES: Government/Politics NY ATTORNEY GENERAL Date: September 12, 2006 Length: :16 Attorney General Andrew Cuomo went head to head against Mark Green. The Associated Press declared Cuomo beat Green by 52% to 33%.

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ISSUES: Government/Politics GAY GOVERNOR Date: September 13, 2006 Length: :28 In a candid Oprah interview, former Governor Jim McGreevey talks about the gay affair that forced to him to resign. McGreevey revealed he was sleeping with a man while his wife was in the hospital after giving birth.

Date: November 1, 2006 ISSUES: Government/Politics MENENDEZ AND KEAN Menendez and Keane decide to speak put after Senator John Kerry made a comment about soldiers ending up in Iraq if they are not smart.

Date: November 2, 2006 ISSUES: Government/Politics SEARCH FOR REMAINS 9‐11 families gathered at ground zero demanding the City and Mayor call in a military unit to thoroughly finish the search for human remains.

Date: November 2, 2006 ISSUES: Government/Politics VOTING MACHINES For the first time, New Jersey voters will make their choices on electronic touch screens. However, in New York, voters will be using old‐ school lever voting machines

2007 Government/Politics

Date: January 11, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics MEDAL OF HONOR The President awarded the Medal of Honor to a young marine from New York who fell on a hand grenade to save his comrades in Iraq two years ago. Dunham's parents accepted the medal during a somber ceremony at the White House.

Date: January 21, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics HILLARY EVENT Senator Hillary Clinton has announced on her pod cast website that she plans to run for President in the 2008 election.

Date: January 24, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics CESAR BORJA A Ground Zero volunteer and retired NYPD Queen’s officer died from lung disease today, while his son was in Washington, DC as Hillary Clinton’s guest for the President’s 360

State of the Union address. The retired NYPD officer’s family believed he was infected with lung cancer from World Trade Center debris.

Date: February 2, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics McGREEVEY DIVORCE Former Governor McGreevey has filed for divorce from his wife of seven years, although they have been separated since late 2004. She has 35 days to answer his filing or file a counterclaim.

Date: February 5, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics GIULIANI FOR PRESIDENT Former NYC Mayor, Rudy Giuliani has plans to enter the Presidential race in 2008.

Date: February 7, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics BAN SMOKING The City Council passed a compromise law restricting smoking in New Jersey casinos. Casinos will set aside 25% of gambling areas for smokers by April 15th, with the rest of the casinos smoke free.

Date: April 1, 2007 ISSUES: Education/Government/Politics BEDBUG SCHOOLS Queens Assemblyman, Mike Gianaris is proposing a bill notifying parents when there a bedbug outbreak in City Public Schools. Cases of bedbugs in schools have more than doubled since last November.

Date: April 7, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics IMUS/SHARPTON Community activist Al Sharpton calls for the firing of radio host Don Imus after making racist comments towards the Rutgers girls basketball team.

Date: April 12, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics CORZINE CRASH New Jersey Governor, Jon Corzine was involved in a high speed car accident on the Garden State Parkway. He is hospitalized at Cooper University Hospital where he is being stabilized for the injuries which include 11 broken ribs, a breastbone, collarbone and leg.

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ISSUES: Government/Politics BLOOMBERG INDEPENDENT Report on whether New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg will be running for president in 2008 along with New Yorkers Hillary Clinton and Rudy Giuliani.

Date: May 28, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics ASK THE JUDGE A special segment with Judge Marilyn Milian answering viewer’s questions concerning the right time to fill a lawsuit.

Date: June 4, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics CORZINE THREATS New Jersey Governor, Jon Corzine has received 40 threats in total from the same person on several occasions via e‐mail, letters and phone calls.

Date: June 19, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics ELECTION 2008 Questions arise whether Michael Bloomberg will be running for president in 2008.

Date: June 23, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics SILENT TOLL Former EPA Chief Christie Whitman is pointing the finger at former Mayor Giuliani over the safety of the air at Ground Zero in the days after 9/11. In an interview, Whitman says Giuliani blocked her efforts to require workers to wear respirators.

Date: August 1, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics MEMORIAL PERMIT City officials are concerned over having a 9/11 memorial service at Ground Zero because of current construction being done on the site. 9/11 families however feel it would be an insult to have it at a nearby park.

Date: September 23, 2007 ISSUES: Government/Politics AHMADINEJAD IN MIDTOWN Fox 5 team coverage of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad visit and the protests at Columbia University.

Date: October 10, 2007 Time: :24 362

ISSUES: Government/Politics HILLARY 401K Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton outlines her plan to assist American families in retirement. Under the proposal families would get 401(k) retirement accounts and up to $1,000 in annual matching funds from the government.

Date: October 14, 2007 Time: :18 ISSUES: Minority/Law Enforcement/ Politics HANGMAN NOOSE City officials are demanding a bill to make the use of a hangman’s noose a serious felony. This after a noose was found hanging from a professor’s door at Columbia University.

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EXHIBIT 5 WNYW – NEW YORK, NY AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

New York Emmy Award Winners 2006:

Single Newscast Fox 5 News At 10pm

Single Morning News Program Good Day New York

Investigative Journalism Fake Tickets John Deutzman

On Camera Achievement: Commentary Bottom Line Commentary‐ Christopher Jones

New York Emmy Award Winners 2007:

Investigative: Single Story Cops with Fake Diplomas. May 10, 2006. (WNYW FOX 5). Arnold Diaz, Reporter; Deborah Fountain, Alan Lesner, Vinny Mariani, Producers.

Business/Consumer: Program Feature Shame, Shame, Shame. June 8, 29, 2006. (WNYW FOX 5). Arnold Diaz, Reporter; Angela Cascarano, Deborah Fountain, Vinny Mariani, Alan Lesner, Marilyn Salaway, Producers.

Crime Wrong Moustache. March 20, 2006. (WNYW FOX 5). John Deutzman, Reporter; Marilyn Salaway, Producer.

Promotion: News Promo Fox 5 News: Most Powerful. January 2006. (WNYW FOX 5). Ken Ashley, Producer; Andy Gay, Designer; Dennis Cohen, Editor.

On‐Camera Talent: Specialty Assignment Arnold Diaz Composite. May 10, June 15, 29, 2006. (WNYW FOX 5). Arnold Diaz, Reporter..

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On‐Camera Talent: Commentator/Editorialist The Bottom Line. February 2, 14, September 23, 2005. (WNYW FOX 5). Christopher Jones, Commentator

2006/07 NY State Associated Press Broadcasters Awards:

Category 7 ‐ Best Enterprise Reporting WNYW Fox 5, New York, Mysterious Tickets ‐ John Deutzman WNYW Fox 5, New York, Shame ‐ Fake Diploma Cops ‐ Arnold Diaz

Category 8 ‐ Best Feature WNYW Fox 5, New York, Kid Drag Racers ‐ Linda Schmidt

Long Island Folio Awards 2006:

Consumer News Contractor Patrol‐John Deutzman

2007 Front Page Awards Winners:

News Mary Garofalo, reporter, Lori Bullerdick, camera, Christal Roberts, video editor, Fox 5 News WNYW "Saving Brandon."

Public Service Rosanna Scotto, reporter, Erica Posse, producer and Christal Roberts, editor, Fox 5 WNYW "Heart Gallery."

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EXHIBIT 6 WNYW – NEW YORK, NY COMMUNICATION WITH COMMUNITY & ASCERTAINMENTS

a. Employees/Talent participation in community events.

i. Community Partnerships: ƒ New York Blood Center • March of Dimes • The Puerto Rican Parade Committee • The Greek Parade Committee • The Hispanic Day Parade Committee • The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation • The Kidney Foundation • Harlem Week • Brazilian Day • PENCIL / Principal for a Day • NY Comedy Festival • Black Fine Arts Show • Hamptons Film Festival • Vanguard High School b. On‐Air Talent Schedule Of Appearances

NAME EVENT ‐ TIME LOCATION PURPOSE

NOVEMBER 4, 2005 ‐ Friday

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) NY/NJ Minority Supplier’s Marriott Marquis – NYC Annual Partnership Awards Gala

NOVEMBER 5, 2005 ‐ Saturday

GOODEN, STACY‐ANN (5) NY Chapter of Women The Roosevelt Hotel Panelist In Communication

NOVEMBER 6, 2005 ‐ Sunday

JOYELLA, MARK (5) ING NYC Marathon Central Park Runner

NOVEMBER 7, 2005 – Monday

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SCOTTO. ROSANNA (5) New Cookbook C Celebration Fresco on The Go Author 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Restaurant

NOVEMBER 9, 2005 ‐ Wednesday

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) IRTS Panel Discussion NBC‐TV Conference Panelist 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Room A&B 30 Rockefeller Plaza Jim Cronin (212) 867‐6650 x 305

NOVEMBER 10, 2005 – Thursday

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) The Newswomen’s National Arts Club Award Club of NY Front Page Awards Winner 6:30 PM

NOVEMBER 10, 2005 – Thursday

BROWN, LYN (5) 100 Black Men Hilton New York s WOODS, MIKE (5) of New York Other Station Attendees: Lew Leone, Scott Matthews, Edward Harris, Ray Blanco, Joe Farrington, Adrienne Paxton

NOVEMBER 14, 2005 – Monday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Jeremy’s Heroes Ritz Carlton @ Battery Park Participant Black Tie & Sneaker Gala Jeremy’s Heroes is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to ensuring that all children have the opportunity to improve themselves and their communities through organized sports and character education.

NOVEMBER 15, 2005 – Tuesday

DAY, ANDREA (5) National Prematurity March of Dimes Host Month

NOVEMBER 17, 2005 – Thursday

BROWN, LYN (5) Interfaith Medical Renaissance Ball Host Center Fundraising NY Marriot @ Brooklyn Bridge Gala 2005 Melissa Krantz (917) 653‐6716

DECEMBER 1, 2005 – Thursday

BRENNAN, DICK (5) Career Day John Philip Sousa Speakers Elementary School HEPP, KAREN (5) 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Pt Washington, NY Jeanne Brennan (516) 767‐4262

DECEMBER 1, 2005 – Thursday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5), Leadership in Tourism PIER 60 – Chelsea Piers Guests 367

APPLEGATE, JODI (5), Awards Dinner 23 Street GAILUS, CHRIS (5), NYC & CO Foundation WOODS, MIKE (5), Note: Lew Leone & Other Management Attending

DECEMBER 6, 2005 – Tuesday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) NY Women Agenda’s NY Hilton Hotel & Towers Star Breakfast 2005 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM NOTE: Each year the NYWA honors outstanding women who represent the spirit of New York, who provide leadership in business and in the community, and who are role models for other women.

DECEMBER 8, 2005 ‐ Thursday

WOODS, MIKE (5) Harlem Tree Lighting Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Co‐Host 5:30 PM State Office Building with CBS2’s 163 West 125 Street SHON GABLES

DECEMBER 12, 2005 ‐ Monday

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) Speaking to Class Chester M. Stephens Speaker Elementary School Sunset Drive 163 West 125 Street Nicole Jucket (973) 691‐4002 DECEMBER 15, 2005 – Thursday

CASTILLO, JIM (5) Annual Chill Benefit Club T – 52 Street 7 PM – Midnight NOTE: Chill is a non‐profit group working with disadvantaged inner‐city kids in 14 cities including New York. Invited guests include US Olympic Teams, Broadway stars and other local celebrities.

JANUARY 6, 2006 ‐ Friday

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) 2006 Patriachal Epiphany Greek Orthodox Emcee Cathedral Visitation His All Holiness Bartholomew, Reception and Banquet Ecumenical Church TAMPA, FLORIDA Patriarch of the Greek Orthodox

JANUARY 16, 2006 ‐ Monday

WOODS, MIKE (5) Martin Luther King, Jr. Boys & Girls Clubs of Host Celebration Harlem, Convent Ave Baptist Church 7:00 – 8:30 PM 420 West 145 Street @Convent Avenue

JANUARY 18, 2006 ‐ Wednesday

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) Broadway Association Marriott Marquis Hotel Emcee Annual Luncheon 1535 Broadway between 45 & 46 11:30 AM Streets

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JANUARY 23, 2006 – Monday ‐

HUMPHREY, TRACY (5) Big Brothers/Big Sisters Martin Luther King, Jr. Speaker of Newark School, 108 So. 9th Street in Newark, NJ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

JANUARY 24, 2006 ‐ Tuesday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Friends of St. Dominic’s Waldorf Astoria Emcee Annual Fundraising Dinner 301 Park Avenue, NYC 7:00 PM

JANUARY 26, 2006 ‐ Wednesday

FORD, JAMES(5) Allstate New Jersey’s Annual Writing Judge Contest 10 a.m.

JANUARY 30, 2006 ‐ Monday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Jeff Salaway Scholarship Foundation’s Celebrity Annual Bartender Dinner Mercer Street, NYC Chef

FEBRUARY 5, 2006 – Sunday

BROWN, LYN (5) Black History Celebration Providence Baptist Church Speaker 11:00 AM Service 11‐13 West 116 Street Christine Reeves (212) 831‐6751

FEBRUARY 8, 2006 – Wednesday

HUMPHREY, TRACY (5) Black History Month Ceremony/ Speaker VA NY Healthcare System Brooklyn Campus of Dept of Celebrating Community Vet. Affairs 10:00 AM 800 Poly Place, Brooklyn (2nd Floor) Denise Hinton (212) 951‐3352 (718) 630‐3505

FEBRUARY 12, 2006 – Sunday

GREGORY, NICK (5) Daughters of Penelope Three Hierarchs Host American Hellenic Church, 1724 Avenue P Educational Foundation Brooklyn, NY 11229 5:00 PM Efthyma Pappas, tel. (718) 765‐5332

FEBRUARY 13, 2006 – Monday

WOODS, MIKE (5) National African American Edward Williams Speaker Parent Involvement Day Elementary School 1:00 PM Mount Vernon, NY Mary Figueroa 914) 439‐1913 (Cell) 369

FEBRUARY 14, 2006 – Tuesday

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) The Mission The Rainbow Room Emcee & Kids With A Promise Rockefeller Center 7th Annual Valentine Gala New York, New York 7:30 PM Emily Walling Solway (212) 684‐2800

FEBRUARY 25, 2006 – Saturday

BROWN, LYN (5) 13th Annual Awareness NY Marriot Marquis Host BCA Salute Dinner Gala 1535 Broadway Black Culinary Association Leda Fuller Addison, (646) 548‐2949 MARCH 8, 2006 – Wednesday

BROWN, LYN (5) Bronx Borough President Bronx Community Col. Moderator Empowering Women Lucille Rodan (718) 590 3522 1:00 PM (347) 234‐3654

MARCH 8, 2006 – Wednesday

DAY, ANDREA (5) March of Dimes Million Dollar The Waldorf Astoria Speaker Beauty Ball 301 Park Avenue New York, NY

MARCH 8, 2006 – Wednesday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Yorkville Honor Ceremony Wallace Hall Emcee 6:30 PM Church of St. Ignatius Loyola 980 Park Avenue (@ 84th St Note: Guests include Giants’ Tiki Barber

MARCH 13, 2006 – Monday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Holy Cross High School Holy Cross High School Speaker In‐House Broadcast 26‐20 Francis Lewis Blvd 9:42 AM Flushing, NY 11358

MARCH 20, 2006 – Monday

WOODS, MIKE (5 Riders on the Storm The Laugh Factory Speakers GREGORY, NICK (5) 7:00 PM John Cirillo (212) 972‐5337 (914) 260‐7436

MARCH 29, 2006 – WEDNESDAY

PARIKH, Dr. SAPNA Meet The Media 3 West Club Panelist Healthcare PR & Marketing 51st St & 5th Ave Society of Greater NY Manhattan

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APRIL 2, 2006 – Sunday

GREGORY, NICK (5) Greek Independence Day 5th Avenue Announcer Parade 59th to 79th Streets Starts at 1 PM Dino Rallis

APRIL 4, 2006 ‐ Tuesday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) City Harvest Cipriani Restaurant Emcee Practical Magic Ball 110 East 42nd Street 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Barbra Silver (917) 351‐8778 (o) Robin Stein (917) 763‐0884 (PR) Agatha Ponickly (917) 331‐5580 (PR)

APRIL 10, 2006‐ Sunday

GOODEN, STACY‐ANN (5) Journey to Excellence Eagle Academy Speaker Career Seminar Bronx School Law Government & Justice 244 163rd Street Howard Watts Greer Tugman 914‐852‐1333(C)

APRIL 13, 2006‐Thursday

BROWN, LYN (5) Bronx Heroes The Bronx Zoo Keynote Women’s History Month The Congo Flaherty Speaker 11am to 1pm Learning Center Southern Boulevard Kennedy Benjamin 718‐588‐3119 (O) 201‐681‐0172 (C) APRIL 17, 2006‐Monday

FOLBAUM, RICK (5) Stir, Splatter & Roll Benefit Louis D. Brandeis Presenter 7:30pm to 11:30 High School 145 West 84th Street Btw. Columbus & Amsterdam Elizabeth Rosenthal (PR) 212‐333‐7728 ext. 105 201‐618‐1605 (C)

April 19, 2006 ‐ Wednesday

CANIDATE, REISCHEA (5) Annual Career Roundtable Time & Life Building Host New York Women in 1271 6th Avenue at 50th Sts Communications Marie Batich (732) 580‐4611 (C)

April 19, 2006‐Wednesday

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) 2006 Ellis Island Family Great Hall at Ellis Island Host Heritage Awards Marilyn Moss 11:00 AM (212) 843‐1721 (917) 734‐9715 371

April 23, 2006 ‐ Sunday

ANASTOS, ERNIE & Annual Telethon PAX31‐TV Hosts ROSANNA SCOTTO (5) Variety‐The Children’s 1500 Broadway at 42nd St Charity of New York Debbie Bergenfeld (631) 253‐2120 1:00 to 6:00 PM (631) 466‐6702 (C)

APRIL 28, 2006‐Friday

BROWN, LYN (5) Career Day Fair Longfellow Middle School Speaker 12:30pm to 2:30pm 624 South Third Avenue Mt. Vernon, NY 10550 Mrs. Marcia Morgan, 914‐665‐5150 (O)

APRIL 30, 2006‐ Sunday

LEONE, LEW (5&9) The Italian Heritage and Davenport Country Club Award Culture Committee of 400 Davenport Avenue Recipient ROSANNA SCOTTO (5) The Bronx & Westchester New Rochelle, NY 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM 914‐632‐7800 Patricia Santagelo 646‐554‐6467 (c)

MAY 2, 2006 – Tuesday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Albert Einstein College of Waldorf Astoria Award Medicine of Yeshiva University Park Ave. & 49th St Recipient 52nd Annual Spirit of Kim Endlich & Emcee Achievement Awards Luncheon 718.430.3804 (o) 12:30pm 646.413.1589 (c)

MAY 6, 2006 – Saturday

EVERS, LISA (5) Family Services Network Ramada Plaza Award Annual Awards Banquet JFK Recipient Nominated for Award Nadine Juste‐Beckles 9:00 PM 718.455.6010 x120 (o) 917.753.7789 (c)

MAY 6, 2006 – Saturday

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Alpha Omega Council , MA Lifetime John Baglaneas Achieve/ 781.402.0027 Award Recipient

MAY 13, 2006‐ Saturday

GREGORY, NICK (5) Hellenic Times Scholarship New York Marriott Marquis Award 15th Anniversary Gala 1535 Broadway Recipient 8pm @46th Street Nick Katsoris 212.397.2804 (o) 917.567.5128 (c)

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MAY 13, 2006‐ Saturday

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) NYU Alumni Gala Grand Hyatt‐Grand Central Speaker 8pm 42nd St. & Lexington Avenue Rachel Woursell 212.998.6930 (o) Marian Newsom 347.306.4514 (c) Ann Marie Ladisa 718.344.9626 (c)

MAY 13, 2006‐Saturday

HEPP, KAREN (5) NYC Rescue Mission NYC Rescue Mission VIP 4th Annual Mother’s Day 90 Lafayette Street Volunteer 12 noon to 2pm C/O White Street Joe Little 212‐226‐6214 ext. 123

MAY 17, 2006 – Wednesday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) A Cure In Our Life Time Crabtree Kittle House Emcee Luncheon 11:30am to 1pm 11 Kittle Road Mt. Kisco, NY Karen Taub 212.532.3253 (o) 914.299.9202 (c) MAY 18, 2006‐ Thursday

BROWN, LYN (5) Seventh Annual Read Thomas C. Giordano Reader Aloud Program Middle School 45 1:30 to 2:30 25 Lorillard Place Bronx, NY 10458 Ellen Druker 718.584.1660 (o) 917.548.8755 (c)

MAY 18, 2006‐ Thursday

CANIDATE, REISCHEA (5) “Mano A Mano” James Weldon Johnson Speaker Partnership In Education P.S. 57 5pm to 7pm 176 East 115th Street NY, NY Isreal Soto 212.860.5812 (o) 347.526.1332 (c)

MAY 19, 2006‐Friday

BRENNAN, DICK (5) Eddy Awards ITV Presenter GREGORY, NICK (5) 11am to 1pm 215 Seminary Avenue Yonkers, NY 914.968.7800

MAY 24, 2006‐Wednesday

CABRERA, LISA (5) Annual Career Day Lewis H. Latimer School Speaker 9m to 12pm P.S. 56 170 Gates Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11238 Ms. Ford‐Coakley 718.857.3149 (o)/(443) 629‐6243 (c)

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MAY 25, 2006‐Thursday

GOODEN, STACY‐ANN (5) Career Day Gordon Parks Academy Speaker East Orange, NJ Aminah Toler 973.266.5758 (o) 973.303.5096 (c)

JUNE 1, 2006‐Thursday

GOODEN, STACY‐ANN (5) Natl. Assoc. of Black W Hotel Emcee Accountants‐NY Chapt. 1567 Broadway Black Tie Gala Affair Corner of 47th Street 5:30pm to 9:30pm Natara Halloway 212‐450‐2358 (o) 713‐398‐1013 (c) or 646‐206‐6168 (c)

JUNE 1, 2006‐Thursday

BRENNAN, DICK (5) LI/NYC Emer. Management LI Hilton Speaker Conference Melville, NY 9:15am to 10:00 Tracy Burgess 516‐719‐9864 (o) 516‐524‐4422 (c) JUNE 6, 2006‐Tuesday

NOLAND, LUCY (5) Albert Shanker College UFT Headquarters Keynote Scholarship Fund of the United 52 Broadway, 2nd Fl Speaker Federation of Teachers. Corner of Bowling Green 7pm Jeff Huart 212.510‐6379 (o) 917.796.7488 (c)

JUNE 8, 2006‐Thursday

BROWN, LYN (5) Grace Institute Graduation FIT Haft Auditorium Speaker 5:30pm 27th & 7th Avenue Manhattan, NY Mary Mulvihil , 212.832.7605 (o) 917.547.0470 (c) Noreen Haider 646.221.8519

JUNE 9, 2006‐Friday

FOLBAUM, RICK (5) Youth Summit Museum of Jewish Heritage Host 12 noon 36 Battery Place Btw. 1st Place & West St. Elana Bekerman 212.983.4800 (o) 917.287.8445 (c)

JUNE 13, 2006‐Tuesday

GREGORY, NICK (5) Career Day P.S. 69 Speaker 1:30pm 77‐02 37th Street Btw. 77th & 78th Street Jackson Heights, Qns Darlene Imperna 718.424.7700 (o) 516.808.2811 (c)

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JUNE 16, 2006‐Friday

WOODS, MIKE (5) Career Day P.S. 183 Speaker 1:15pm 419 East 66th Street Btw. 1st & York Avenue Manhattan, NYC Lesley Lisser, 212.515.7649 (o) 917.748.1573 (c)

JUNE 20, 2006‐Tuesday

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) Manhattan East 8 Silver Lake Golf Course Kick‐off 5th Annual Golf Outing 915 Victory Blvd Event 8am Staten Island, NY Speaker Thomas Libretti 718.344.6674

JUNE 22, 2006‐Thurday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Emma Bowen Luncheon Holiday Inn‐Midtown Speaker 12 pm 440 West 57th Street Btw. 9th & 10th Avenue NY, NY Phylis Eagle‐Oldson 202.637.4494 (o) 202.437.3427 (c) JUNE 23, 2006‐Friday

GREGORY, NICK (5) American Scottish Found’n Van Cortlandt Park Speaker/Golf John Muir Fundraiser Golf Course Participant & Bailey Avenue Bronx, NY Heather Bain 212.605.0266 (o) Brian Thomson & Linda Dockery 917.853.0976 (c)

JUNE 25, 2006‐Sunday

HEPKINS, ANDRE (5) Queens Faith Temple Ramada Plaza Hotel Speaker Of Seventh Day Adventist @ JFK Airport Education Banquet Jamaica, Queens 6:30pm Patrice Douglas 718.949.3914 (o) 917.685.4884 (c)

JUNE 27, 2006‐Tuesday

WOODS, MIKE (5) John Bowne High School John Bowne High School Speaker Graduation 63‐25 Main Street 4pm Flushing, Queens Arlene Zuefle ext 917.326.1959 (c)

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JULY 10, 2006‐Monday

DAY, ANDREA (5) “The Early Birds” Barnes & Noble Honorary Book Signing 7pm 2289 Broadway @82nd Amb. March of Dimes NY, NY Ruby Wint 212.353.8365 (o) 570.228.8105 (c)

JULY 10, 2006 – Monday

GREGORY, NICK (5) Autism Speaks Winged Foot Golf Club Speaker 11am to 8pm Mamaroneck, NY Tory Brucato 914.935.1462 (o) Gillian Eugen 212.252.8563 (o) PR‐Kim Bernhardt 212.843.8056

AUGUST 7, 2006‐Monday

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Third Annual Golf Outing Glen Oaks Club Special Linda Horowitz Cancer 175 Post Rd. Guest Foundation Westbury, NY 12noon Richard Horowitz(o) 631.694.9800 ext. 5 (c) 516.639.6100

AUGUST 9, 2006‐Wednesday

GOODEN, STACY‐ANN (5) Freshman Assembly Borough Of Manhattan Keynote 11.30am Community College Speaker 199 Chambers Street – Theater 1 Btw. Greenwich & West St. Angela Sales (o) 212.220.1237 (c) 646.201.2425

AUGUST 12, 2006

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) Media Madness Kutcher’s Country Club Keynote 3:15pm 1 Kutcher Road Speaker Monticello, NY Larry Strickler (o) 718.855.6126 c) 917‐270.6998

AUGUST 19, 2006‐Friday

HUMPHREY, TRACY (5)Three Doctors Mentor Day New Community Corporation Emcee 11am to 4pm Neighborhood Recreation Ctr 58‐68 Hayes Street Newark, NJ Windy Smith (c) 908.625.3441

SEPTEMBER 6TH – WEDNESDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) An Evening with Friends Cipriani’s Emcee Poly Prep Country Day School 42nd Street & Park Ave Sept. 11th Memorial Scholarship Maureen Sapega 376

Fund 7pm (o) 718.836.9800 ext. 308 Ingrid Hely (o) 718.836.9800 ext ,318 Dawn Myers PR (o) 212.317.1421 (c) 917.330.8350

SEPTEMBER 13TH – WEDNESDAY

HUMPHREY, TRACY (5) Harlem Week‐Harlem In Vogue Marriott Marquis Host 5:30pm 1535 Broadway at 46th street Keith Forest 917.714.8998

SEPTEMBER 17, SUNDAY

ALEXANDER, DARI (5) New York Post Liberty Great Moments Room Presenter Medal Awards 6 to 7:30pm DeDe Brown 212.930.8112

SEPTEMBER 21ST – THURSDAY

ALEXANDER, DARI (5) Annual Venerable Pierre NY Marriott Marquis Emcee Toussaint Scholarship Awards 1535 Broadway @ 46th St Dinner 7:30pm Br. Tyron Davis (o) 212.371.1011 ext. 2621 Tiffany Black –Event Coord. (c) 917.403.0131 Omar Richardson‐ Event Coord. 646.319.6419

SEPTEMBER 21ST‐ THURSDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) A Benefit for Ramscale Penthouse Emcee Jeremy’s Heroes 463 West Street Cocktails Bet. Bethune & Bank Street 7pm to 8:30 Jennifer Glick (o) 877.654.6773 201.669.6952 (c) Debbie Green (o) 877.654.6773 cell 917.494.7798

SEPTEMBER 26TH –TUESDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) The Natl Multiple Sclerosis Branch’s Host Society Luncheon Long Branch, NJ 12pm to 2:30pm Joe Dimati 732.872.1726 Cell 917.886.1800

SEPTEMBER 26TH‐ WEDNESDAY

WOODS, MIKE (5) XPAND MENTORING Eastside Community Speaker 4pm High School 12th Street btw. 1st Ave & Avenue A Philip McAdoo, 212.586.8089 Cell 917.561.0556

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SEPTEMBER 27TH‐ WEDNESDAY

BRENNAN, DICK (5) Toast to New York Cipriani Wall Street Tuesday’s Children 55 Wall Street 6:30pm to 9:30pm btw. William St. & Hanover Colleen Roche 212.329.1413 Amy Wright 212.319.3988

SEPTEMBER 27TH‐ WEDNESDAY

DAY, ANDREA (5) March of Dimes Transportation Cipriani Wall Street Ambass‐ 12:30pm 55 Wall Street ador Btw. Williams & Hanover Ruby Wint 212.353.8365

SEPTEMBER 28TH‐THURSDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Annual Scholarship Dinner Hilton Garden Inn Emcee DaVinci Society of Wagner 1100 South Avenue College Staten Island, NY 7pm to 10pm Betty McComiskey, (o)718.420.4014 (c)718.619.7659

OCTOBER 7th – SATURDAY

FOLBAUM, RICK (5 ) Crohn’s & Colitis Washington Square Park Hosts EVERS, LISA (5) Foundation of America ‘06 219 Sullivan Guts & Glory Walk (bet West 3rd & Bleecker) 11:00 am Rhondell Domilici, (212) 679‐1570 (c) 646.256.7056 Sheila Dennis (PR) 917.841.9910

OCTOBER 7TH –SATURDAY

CREAG, KATHERINE (5) NY Post Su Doku Tournament LIU Brooklyn Host 10am Triangle Theater C/O Dekalb &Flatbush Avenue DeDe Brown (PR) 212.930.8112 (c) 917.328.9117

OCTOBER 10TH‐ TUESDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Friar’s Club Salute Friars Club Honoree News Anchors 57 East 55th Street 7pm Btw. Madison & Park Avenue Marvin Scott 917.952.2761 Allison Graham

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OCTOBER 10TH‐TUESDAY

BRENNA, DICK (5) Justice Action Ctr New York Law School Speaker 12:45pm A300 57 Worth Street Lunch Series C/O Broadway

Jackie Rovine (c) 917.680.0057

OCTOBER 13th‐SATURDAY

ANASTOR, ERNIE (5) Louis Acompora Memorial Crest Hollow Country Emcee 6:30pm to 12pm Club Woodbury, NY Karen Acompora 631.754.1091

OCTOBER 12TH‐THURSDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Italian Heritage Brooklyn Boro Hall Honoree Month Celebration Court Room 7:15pm Court Street, Bklyn Camille Socci (o)718.802.4047 (c) 646.642.8821

OCTOBER 15TH‐ SUNDAY

PARIKH, DR. PARIKH (5) 6TH Annual Gist Rockland Lake State Park Emcee Walk for the Cure Congers, NY 10:30am Christine Culotta (PR) 212.715.1521 (C)917.945.3515 Jeanine Pilla (PR) 212.593.5823

OCTOBER 19TH‐THURSDAY

LEONE, LEW (5 &9) Principal for A Day Vangard High School Principal for a Day MATTHEWS, SCOTT (5 & 9) 8:30am H.S. 449 ALEXANDER, DARI (5) 67TH Street Btw. 1st & 2nd Avenue Natasha Lopez (o) 646.638.0565

OCTOBER 19TH‐THURSDAY

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) Principal for a Day Future Leaders Institute Principal for a Day CORNING, RON (5) 12 noon Charter School 134 West 122 Street New York, NY 10027 Giana Casetta Principal Mark Waxman, Co‐Principal (Husband of Giana) 917‐495‐9343

OCTOBER 20TH‐ FRIDAY

GREGORY, NICK (5) Hellenic American Chamber of Metropolitan Club Emcee Commerce Gala 7pm to 11pm 1 East 60th Street At 5th Avenue Andre Gregory 212.541.6950 (Nick’s Brother) (c) 914.715.3030 379

OCTOBER 23RD – MONDAY

ROSANNA SCOTTO (5) League for the Hard of Hearing Pier 60 Serving as LYNDA SCHMIDT (5) Feast with Famous Faces at Chelsea Piers “Chefs” PARIKH, DR. SAPNA (5) Reception 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm CREAG, KATHERINE (5) TAYLOR, BARBARA NEVINS (9) SHEEHAN, MIKE (5) ALFANO, VANESSA (5 &9) GARAFALO, MARY (5) Nancy Nadler: (305‐7810)

OCTOBER 26TH‐THURSDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Doodle for Hunger Tavern on the Green Emcee SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Art Auction Central Park West Benefits The Capuchin Food @ 68th Street Introduce Rosanna Ernie 212.564.9070 ext. 243 Cell 917.226.1793

OCTOBER 29TH‐ SUNDAY

JOYELLA, MARK (5) Marine Corp Marathon Washington DC Runner

NOVEMBER 8TH‐WEDNESDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Police Hero Awards NY Athletic Club Emcee 7pm 180 Central Park South @7th Avenue Susan Shattuck 516.767.8005

NOVEMBER 11TH – SATURDAY

ALEXANDER, DARI (5) NY Women In Grand Hyatt Panelist Communications 42nd Street & Park Avenue 10 am‐11:15am New York City, NY Lauren Gould (o) 212.827.8994 (c) 516.729.3609

NOVEMBER 14TH‐ TUESDAY

DAY, ANDREA (5) Prematurity Awareness Lehman Brothers Speaker Business Summit 49th & 7th Avenue 7:30am Ruby Wint 212.353.8365

NOVEMBER 20TH‐MONDAY

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) Annual Great New York City VIP Thanksgiving Banquet Rescue Mission Volunteer 12pm to 1:30pm 90 Lafayette Street C/O White Street Joe Little (o) 212.226.6214

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NOVEMBER 28TH‐TUESDAY

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) Press Club Panelist 7pm 42nd Street Btw. 8th & 9th Avenue Lisa Daglian (o) 212.237.3899 (c) 917.533.7956

NOVEMBER 29TH‐WEDNESDAY

SALZBERG, RUSS (9) March of Dimes Waldorf Astoria Guests LEONE, LEW (5 & 9) Sports Luncheon 301 Park Avenue PASS, AUDREY (5 & 9) @49th Street Ruby Wint 212.353.8365

NOVEMBER 29TH, WEDNESDAY

Deutzman, John (5) New York Alliance Marriot Marquis Award Against Insurance Times Square Recipient: Fraud 1535 Broadway Fraud @46th Street Fighter Contact: Carry Schneider 917.273.5917

DECEMBER 1ST‐FRIDAY

CREAG, KATHERINE (5) Queens American Cancer Linden Place Emcee Asian Initiatives 34‐20 Linden Place Ceremony Annual Gala 7pm Flushing, Qns Ming‐der Chang (o) 718.886.8890 (c) 516.220.0288

DECEMBER 5TH‐ TUESDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) New York Women’s’ Agenda NY Hilton Hotel & Towers Co 7:30am 1335 6th Avenue C/O 54th Street Sandra Eberhard/Karen Karpovich 212.843.1706

DECEMBER 6TH WEDNESDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) 59th Annual Luncheon Hilton Grand Ballroom Emcee Salvation Army 1535 6th Avenue Noon C/O 54th Street Laura Debuys 212.337.7487 Cell 347.242.6788

DECEMBER 7TH‐ THURSDAY SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Annual Cardinal’s Christmas Waldorf Astoria Emcee 11:30am to 2pm 301 Park Avenue @49th Street Margaret A. King (o) 212.371.1000

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WOODS, MIKE (5) Harlem Tree Lighting Adam Clayton Powell Co‐Host 6:00 pm State Office Building 163 West 125 Street Keith Forest (c) 917.714.8998

DECEMBER 18TH‐MONDAY

CRAIG, ANN (5) Marty Lyons Foundation Rhona Silver Giving 6:30pm to 9:30pm Huntington Townhouse out 124 East Jericho Tpke Huntington Station, NY gifts 631.427.8485

DECEMBER 19TH‐TUESDAY

PARIKH, DR. SAPNA (5) PCNY Presents Health 3 West Club Panelist Fitness Luncheon 3 West 51st Street 12 noon @5th Avenue Lisa Kovitz (c)212.705.4546 cell 917.992.7683

JANUARY 13TH‐SATURDAY

PARIKH, DR. SAPNA (5) Winterize Health Jam Public School 15 Emcee 11am to 2pm 71 Sullivan Street Redhook, Brooklyn Gregory Horta 646.797.1901

JANUARY 18TH‐THURSDAY

PARIKH, DR. SAPNA (5) Cervical Cancer Bodies Exhibit‐ Panelist Lecture Series South Street Seaport 11 Fulton Street @Front Street Cyndee Blank 212.445.8400

JANUARY 23RD–TUESDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Friends of St. Waldorf Astoria Emcee Dominics, Inc 301 Park Avenue 7 p.m. 49th & Park Avenue Sister Joseph Mary Mahoney (o) 845.359.3400 (c) 845.642.0839

JANUARY 23RD‐TUESDAY

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) The University Club Rita & Joes Restaurant Speaker Of Hudson Club 142 Broadway 6pm Jersey City, NJ Hugh J. Magee 732.741.0264, (c) 732‐492‐2302

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JANUARY 30TH‐TUESDAY

HEPKINS, ANDRE Talk Back Tuesdays Broadway Theater Moderator 1681 Broadway @53rd Street Contact: Malachy Williams ext. 73820 Audrey Pass ext. 75881 FEBRUARY 6TH ‐TUESDAY

HUMPHREY, TRACY (5) Talk Back Tuesdays Broadway Theater Moderator 1681 Broadway At 53rd Street Contact: Malachy Williams ext. 73820 Audrey Pass ext. 75881

FEBRUARY 7TH –WEDNESDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) American Heart Waldorf Astoria Association 301 Park Avenue 11: 30 a.m. Luncheon 49th & Park Avenue Women with Heart Cathy Wilkins 212.878.5985, cell 347.6809402 Helaine Baruch 212.878.5985

FEBRUARY 14TH‐WEDNESDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Bowery Mission The Rainbow Room Emcee Valentine Gala 30 Rockefeller Plaza, 65th Fl 7:30pm Manhattan, NY Contact: Nini Tan 212.684.2800 ext. 131

FEBRUARY 15‐THURSDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Variety Children’s WOR Radio/710 am Guest Charity Judy Vecchione Radiothon 212.760.2777 10:50am

FEBRUARY 16TH –FRIDAY

CANIDATE, REISCHEA (5) Black History Month Bronx Coalition Community Panelist Career Day High School 1:15pm 1300 Boynton Avenue Bronx, NY 10472 Contact: Dr. Dena Robins 917.443.1284

FEBRUARY 23RD‐FRIDAY

HUMPHREY, TRACY (5) Black History Month DEA NJ Division Office Emcee “Building Relationships 80 Mulberry Street Reconnecting with Newark, NJ 383

Community Kenneth Kindra 10am 973.776.1379(c) 862.849.9986

FEBRUARY 24TH‐SATURDAY

HUMPHREY, TRACY (5) NY Coalition of 100 Columbia University Moderator Black Women’s Davis Auditorium Forum on Darfur Enter from 116th St. Town Hall Meeting & Broadway 2:30‐4:30PM Natia 551‐580‐1382

FEBRUARY 27TH ‐TUESDAY HEPKINS, ANDRE (5) Drug Enforcement 99 10th Avenue Emcee Administration 31st Annual African Heritage Celebration 10am Mike Abraham 212.337.4444 (o) 646.529.4141

FEBRUARY 27TH ‐TUESDAY SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Women United In Philanthropy University Club Emcee 12 to 2pm 5th Avenue & 54th St Danielle Zambaroo 212.713.6749 Denise Nelson 212.251.4028

FEBRUARY 27TH ‐TUESDAY

ALEXANDER, DARI (5) Talk Back Tuesdays Broadway Theater Moderator 1681 Broadway @53rd Street Contact: Malachy Williams ext. 73820 Audrey Pass ext. 75881

FEBRUARY 28TH‐WEDNESDAY

HUMPHREY, TRACY (5) African‐American History William E. Grady Career Speaker Month Celebration Technical HS 12pm to 2pm 25 Brighton 4th Road Brooklyn, NY Contact: Earl Davis 718.332.5000 ext. 1387

FEBRUARY 28TH‐WEDNESDAY

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) Singles Night on Broadway Madame Tussaud's Media CORNING, RON (5) 5:30pm – 7:30pm 234 West 42nd St Ambassadors CRAIG, ANNE (5) and Broadway CREAG, KATHERINE (5) Alan Cohen (212) 703‐0225 NOLAND, LUCY (5) WOODS, MIKE (5)

MARCH 2nd ‐FRIDAY

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) SAG Foundation’s BookPAL’s Build‐A‐Bear Workshop Reader, National Literacy Program 565 Fifth Avenue Dr..Seuss’s Cat in the Hat 2:30 – 3pm @42nd Street

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MARCH 7TH‐ WEDNESDAY

DAY, ANDREA (5) March of Dimes / New York Ruby Wint Speaker Beauty Ball 212.353.8365

MARCH 13TH ‐TUESDAY

CRAIG, ANNE (5) Talk Back Tuesdays Broadway Theater Moderator 1681 Broadway @53rd Street Contact: Malachy Williams ext. 73820 Audrey Pass ext. 75881

MARCH 15TH ‐THURSDAY

CREAG, KATHERINE (5) Cathedral High School 350 East 56th Street Speaker Career Day Peg Kiely 10 am ‐ 12noon (212) 688‐1545 x230

MARCH 16TH ‐FRIDAY

JORDAN, JENNIFER (9) “Exploring a Hire Calling” Caritas Academy High School Speaker 1st Annual Career Day Caritas Academy High School 9:30 a.m. ‐ noon 2495 Kennedy Boulevard Jersey City, NJ Patina Gardner 201‐433‐8877 ext. 12

MARCH 22ND –THURSDAY

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) Teaming Up for Kids! The Phoenician Resort Host Luncheon 12noon Scottsdale, Arizona Stacy Christmas 602.288.4571

MARCH 27TH‐TUESDAY

GREGORY, NICK (5) Heartshare’s 2007 NY Marriott Marquis Meet & CORNING, RON (5) VIP Cocktail Party 1535 Broadway Greet ALFANO, VANESSA (5) 6PM – 7:30PM (between 46th & 45th st.) during Joe Guarinello fundraiser 718.422.4203

MARCH 27TH‐TUESDAY

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) Curtis & Kuby Roast Rainbow Room

MARCH 28TH‐ WEDNESDAY

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) BizBash Media Nokia Theatre Hosts CORNING, RON (5) BizBash Event Style Awards 1515 Broadway West 44th Street David Adler 646.638.3600 x101

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MARCH 29TH‐ THURSDAY

SENECAL, TONI (5) Stork Magazine Expecting Models, Inc. Maternity PUENTE, AUDREY (9) Photo Shoot 853 Broadway Cover Shoot 10:30 – 2pm & 14th street Suite 1520 Jennifer Parris 212.473.0080

MARCH 30TH‐FRIDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Boys’ Towns of Italy The Pierre Hotel Emcee Annual Ball of the Year 2 East 61st Street 7pm @ 5th Avenue Grace Iannuzzi 212.980.8770 MARCH 30TH‐FRIDAY

CRAIG, ANNE (5) Madison’s Square Boy’s Club’s Navy Yard Reader & Girl’s Club Chair Event 5pm Shawonda Swain,

APRIL 1ST‐SUNDAY

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) National Academy of Marriott Marquis Presenters CORNING, RON (5) Television Arts & Sciences 1535 Broadway MARTIN, HARRY (9) NY Emmy ® Awards in Times Square STANFORD, SCOTT (9) 50th Anniversary Emmy Awards Jacqueline Gonzalez NEVINS TAYLOR, BARBARA (9) Gala 212.459.3630 x203

APRIL 6ST‐FRIDAY

DIAZ, ARNOLD (5) CBS Radio, 92.3 Free FM 40 West 57th Street Interviewee LIVE Interview at the JV & on 6th Ave “Shame, Shame” Elvis Show 11am Erica Estrada, 919.215.7328

APRIL 10TH‐TUESDAY

FOLBAUM, RICK (5) Publicolor Louis D. Brandies Auction Splish Splash and Roll event 145 West 84th Street Host (Between Amsterdam and Columbus Aves Elizabeth Rosenthal 212.333.7728 ext. 105 [email protected]

APRIL 15TH‐SUNDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) The Federation of Hellenic 5th Avenue Hosts GREGORY, NICK (5) Societies of Greater NY Broadcast LIVE on WWOR SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) 76th Annual Greek VEGA, MEGAN (9) Independence Day Parade 1:30 – 3:30pm

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APRIL 16TH‐MONDAY

WOODS, MIKE (5) Second Stage Theatre Port Authority Building Team 20th Anniversary “All Leisure Time Recreation Captain, Star Bowling Classic and Bowling Center Bowling 6:30 – 10pm Lisa Golden212.787.8302 x115

APRIL 17TH‐TUESDAY

PARIKH, SAPNA (5) Women’s Health Center NY Presbyterian Hospital/ Host Annual Iris Cantor Women’s Cornell Medical Center Health Center Press Luncheon 1300 York Avenue 12‐1:30pm @69th street From 11:45 ‐ 1:30 pm Leslie Greenberg 212.821.0571 [email protected]

APRIL 18TH‐WEDNESDAY

PUENTE, AUDREY (5) Union Settlement Association W Hotel Keynote Sounds of East Harlem 541 Lexington Office Speaker Benefits Gala @49th Street 6:30 – 8PM Constance Mensink 917.297.8160

APRIL 18TH‐WEDNESDAY

FOLBAUM, RICK (5) Jewish Community Relations Kramer Levin Naftalis Council of New York 1177 Avenue of the Americas “Bridging the Gap” @ 46th Street Student Fundraiser Elana Beckerman @ 7pm 212.983.4800 x147

APRIL 21ST‐THURSDAY Note: this is the auction, talent need not be present

WOODS, MIKE (5) P.S. 183 “school for Discovery School Location TBA Mentors ALFANO, VANESSA (5) Parent Teacher Association Lesley Lisser CRAIG, ANNE (5) Of P.S. 183 212.515.7649 or “Spring Fundraising Auction” 212.472.6605

Please note talent need not be present for the auction date (April 19th). Date talent is to be present will be determined at a later date.

APRIL 22ND‐SUNDAY

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) Testaverde Fund for Spinal Jones beach Theatre Celebrity Cord Injuries, Inc Lot 5 Runner “3rd Annual Race for Spinal Patricia Friia Victory” 631.585.5901 (o) 5K walk and 10‐mile race 631.338.6994 (c)

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APRIL 24TH‐TUESDAY

LEONE, LEW (5 & 9) League of Women Voters The Roosevelt Hotel Event SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) 2007 Award Luncheon Terrace Room Chairs 12 Noon – 2pm Madison Avenue & 45th St. e Audrey Pass X75881

APRIL 26TH‐THURSDAY

MARTIN, HARRY (9) Journer Truth Middle Panelist HARRIS, EDWARD (5 & 9) School 116 Hamilton Street 9‐12p Annual Career Da East Orange, NJ Exploration Program Ms. Leveson 973.266.5949 Ms. Carlcano 732.598.3257

APRIL 26TH‐THURSDAY

PARIKH, SAPNA (5) Wellcare NY Presbyterian Hospital Emcee Cutting Ceremony Brooklyn Wellcare Office Cornell Medical Center Cutting Ceremony Greg Horta 11 am‐12:30 pm 800.215.1531 x7929 (o) 646.797.1901 (c)

APRIL 27TH‐FRIDAY

WOODS, MIKE (5) Read Aloud LeAnn Bruno Reader Great Read Aloud 10 AM

APRIL 27TH‐FRIDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Fair Media Council Jaci Clement Hosts ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Folio Awards Executive Director Co‐ STANFORD, SCOTT (9) 216‐224‐1860 x101 resenters LOPEZ, LYNDA (9)

APRIL 29TH‐SUNDAY

DAY, ANDREA (5) March of Dimes Lincoln Center Speaker ”WalkAmerica” @ 62nd Street 9:30 AM Sharp between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues Audrey Pass X5881

APRIL 29TH‐SUNDAY

ALFANO, VANESSA (9) Italian Heritage & Culture Davenport Country Club Award LEONE, LEW (5 & 9) Committee of the Bronx New Rochelle Recipient & Westchester Patricia Santangelo Di San Marco II Leone 212.532.0989 (o) Annual Brunch, Media Award 11:30 am 388

MAY 2ND‐ WEDNESDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Ovarian Cancer Research Fred’s @ ’s Special Center 660 Madison Avenue Host/ Davide Cenci Benefit @ 61st Street Guest 7pm Louisa Terry 212.268.1002

MAY 3RD‐ THURSDAY

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) Canine Companions for Metropolitan Pavilion Emcee Independence 125 West 18th Street 6 pm Dina Ghram 631.694.6938 x103

MAY 4TH‐FRIDAY

DIAZ, ARNOLD (5) Borough of Manhattan Borough of Manhattan Keynote Community College Community College Speaker Latino Honor Society Richard Harris Terrace 17th Anniversary Gala 199 Chambers Street Celebration NYC 7pm Pedro Perez 212.220.8154

MAY 10th ‐ THURSDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) National Mother’s Day Pierre Hotel Host Committee Grand Ballroom The 2007 “Outstanding Fifth Avenue at 61st Street Mother” Awards Megan Prock 12pm 212.994.4660

MAY 11TH ‐ FRIDAY

GREGORY, NICK (5) Instructional Television Roland Chapdelaine Award 34th Annual Eddy Awards 914.968.7800 Presenter Program 11 AM

MAY 11th ‐ FRIDAY

PARIKH, DR. SAPNA (5) The Scrubs The Gramercy Theater Singer Benefit Concert for the 127 East 23rd Street Soumare* Family New York, NY 10010 Dr. Rick Garvey 212.737.5777 8pm (*Family from Bronx fire)

MAY 12th ‐ SATURDAY

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) New York City Rescue Mission NYC Rescue Mission Guest CANIDATE, REISCHEA (5) 5th Annual Mother’s Day 90 Lafayette Street Servers Banquet 2 blocks south of Canal St. 11:30‐1:00 pm Joe Little 212.226.6214 x123

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MAY 12th ‐ SATURDAY

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) International Brain Research Sussex County Fairgrounds Guest Foundation, Inc. Plains Road, Augusta, NJ Garden State Horse Show Dianne Doctor 2007: Making Strides for 973.335.2947 Autism 3pm – 5pm

MAY 15th ‐ TUESDAY

WOODS, MIKE (5) New York Cares Manhattan Center Science Keynote New York Cares’ Youth and Math Speaker Service Conference 280 Pleasant Avenue 4pm – 6:30pm Between East 116th street and 115th New York, NY 10029 Colleen Farrell 212.402.1103

MAY 17TH ‐ THURSDAY

WOODS, MIKE (5) Housing Works thrift Shop Altman Building Guest “Design on a Dime” 135 West 18th Street 6pm – 9pm James Huniford 212.645.8111 x167

MAY 17TH ‐ THURSDAY

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) REED Academy Puck Building Autism Fundraiser 295 Lafeyette Street 6:30 – 10pm Michael Sluka 201.798.6500

MAY 18TH ‐ FRIDAY

CANIDATE, REISCHEA (5) P.S. 345 Patrolman Robert P.S. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden Speakers HUMPHREY, TRACY (5) 5th Annual Career Day 111 Berriman Street 8:00 am – 12:30 pm Brooklyn, NY 11208 Dana Spooner 718.647.8387

MAY 19TH ‐ SATURDAY

GREGORY, NICK (5) Hellenic Times Marriott Marquis Award 6th Anniversary Gala 1535 Broadway Presenter 7pm New York, NY 10036 Nick Katsoris 212.397.2804

MAY 21ST ‐ MONDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Poly Prep Poly Prep Country Speaker “Day of Journalism Day School

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MAY 23RD‐WEDNESDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Cooke Center Waldorf Astoria Emcees SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) 20TH Anniversary Gala 301 Park Avenue 6:30 pm‐9pm @49th Street

MAY 31st‐THURSDAY

GREGORY, NICK (5) NYC Emergency Management Long Island Hilton Speaker 14th Annual Long Island 598 Broad Hollow Road Conference Melville, NY 11747 “Together Ready for Anything” 11:00 AM

MAY 31ST‐ THURSDAY

LOPEZ, LYNDA (5 & 9) Latino Gerontological Center Inter‐Continental Chair & CABRERA, LISA (5) 15th Golden Age Awards The Barclay Presenter FUENTES, JEAN (FOX) Annual Banquet 111 East 48th Street Co‐Chair 6:30 pm New York, NY

MAY 31ST‐ THURSDAY

CANIDATE, REISCHEA (5) Annual Claude Villa Barone Manor Emcee “Buddy” Young Dinner Bronx, NY 7pm Charles Ferrell 718.665.9585

JUNE 2ND –SATURDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Macy’s Book Ernie and the Big Newz” Kid’s Department Launch Book Signing 151 West 34th Street 11:30 am – 1pm Janna Murgia 212.494.3803

JUNE 3rd –SUNDAY

CORNING, RON (5) 18th Annual Pathmark South Street Seaport Celebrity WOODS, MIKE (5) Multicultural Arts Festival Fulton and South Streets Guests CABRERA, LISA (5) 3 – 4PM Pier 17 New York, NY 10038 Anne Salisbury 315.595.6141

JUNE 6TH –WEDNESDAY

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) North Shore Animal League Garden City Hotel Emcee America 45 Seventh Street Ballroom “Lewyt Luncheon” Long Island, NY 11530

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JUNE 6TH –WEDNESDAY

GREGORY, NICK (5) PS 55 Speaker “Enrichment Culminating Lesson” 54 Osborne Street Staten Island, NY 10312 Mary Trabulsy 718.356.2211 (school) 718.775.6086 (c)

JUNE 8TH –FRIDAY

WOODS, MIKE (5) The National Puerto Rican Marriott Marquis Hotel Emcee Day Parade, Inc. 42nd street The National Puerto Rican Maria Torres Day Parade 50th Anniversary 646.642.8821 Gala Banquet 7 – 9pm

JUNE 10th –SUNDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) National Puerto Rican Day 11 am – 3pm Co‐ LOPEZ, LYNDA (9) Parade Audrey Pass Anchors EVERS, LISA (5) X75881 Street WOODS, MIKE (5) Reporters DRPIC, GIOVANNA (9)

JUNE 12TH‐TUESDAY

PARIKH, SAPNA (5) Djoniba Drum & Dance Centre B.B. King Blues Club & Grill Host Emcee 15th Annual Anniversary 237 West 42nd Street Awards Ceremony Alyssa Drewes 6:30‐9:30 PM 646.245.8217

JUNE 12TH‐TUESDAY

FOLBAUM, RICK (5) Gurwin Jewish Geriatric East Gate Drive Host Foundation Cold Spring Harbor Dinner Dance Marilyn Weissman 7:30 – 9:30 PM 631.715.2566

JUNE 14TH‐THURSDAY

WOODS, MIKE Ready Willing and Able Roderic Bendell Host The Doe Fund Scatter 646.672.5009 Housing Program Fifth Anniversary 1 – 3 pm

JUNE 14TH‐THURSDAY

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) Polytechnic University Waldorf Astoria Co‐host 19th Annual Promise Fund 301 Park Avenue Scholarship Dinner New York, NY 10022 7:30 – 9pm Davina Coard, 212.827.3754

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JUNE 15TH‐FRIDAY

WOODS, MIKE (5) PS 183 Speaker Career Day Nancy Stange, 1st grade class 1:30 PM 419 East 64th Street New York, NY 10021 Lesley Lisser, 212.417.7281 (o) 917.497.9841 (c)

JUNE 18TH ‐MONDAY

GREGORY, NICK (5) Autism Speaks Winged Foot Golf Club Celebrity 9th Annual NY Celebrity Mamaroneck, NY Player Golf Challenge Cindy Brown 11 AM 914.935.1462 x11

JUNE 19TH‐TUESDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Puerto Rican Family Institute Migdalia Taratunio Presenters LOPEZ, LYNDA (9) 47th Annual Gala 212.414.7836 DIAZ, ARNOLD (5)

JUNE 25TH –MONDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) NYS Broadcasters Assoc. Sagamore, Lake George Inductee, NYS Broadcasters Hall of Fame

JUNE 25TH –MONDAY

WOODS, MIKE (5) 19th Precinct Golf Outing SpookRock Golf Course Emcee Benefit Ronald 199 Spook Rock Road On‐ Donald House of New York Suffern, NY 10901 remote 9am

JUNE 25TH –MONDAY

WOODS, MIKE (5) Harlem Dowling‐Westside Gotham Hall Emcee Center for Children & Family 1356 Broadway Services New York, NY 10018 Harlem Dowling Honors Keith Forest, 917.714.8998 6:30 – 7:45 pm Charles Rangel

JUNE 27TH –WEDNESDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Catholic Charities Waldorf Astoria Emcee Humanitarian Dinner 301 Park Avenue 7pm – 10:45pm @49th Street Jack Boyle 718.722.6209

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JUNE 27TH –WEDNESDAY

PARIKH, SAPNA (5) Step Up Women’s National MS Society Moderator Network 733 3rd Avenue “What every Woman between 45th & 46th street Should know at Age New York, NY 10017 20, 30 and 40 Health panel Janelle Lin, 212.822.8582 7‐9pm

AUGUST 7TH ‐TUESDAY

GREGORY, NICK (5) Greenwich ARC Innis Arden golf Club Celebrity BRENNAN, DICK (5) 20th Anniversary Jerry Sr. Old Greenwich, CT Players Memorial Gerald Porricelli, 203.637.2281 (o) 1pm Howard Levy, 212.456.1740

AUGUST 8TH ‐WEDNESDAY

WOODS, MIKE (5) Borough of Manhattan Borough of Manhattan Keynote Community College Community College Speaker 2007 Freshman Assembly 199 Chambers Street 12 PM New York, NY 10007 Angela Sales 212.220.1237 AUGUST 16TH‐THURSDAY

New York Blood Center 67th Street Blood Fox 5 Blood Drive Donors Partnership

SEPTEMBER 2ND‐SUNDAY

Brazil Day 6th Avenue and 46th Street Partner‐ 11 AM – 7 PM ship 1PM Award Ceremony

SEPTEMBER 6TH ‐THURSDAY

PARIKH, SAPNA (5) The National Kidney Hilton Hotel LEONE, LEW (5 & 9) Foundation of Greater 1335 Avenue of the Americas Participants PASS, AUDREY (5 & 9) New York New York, NY 10019 HARRIS, RONICA (5 & 9) Kidney Foundation Walk Kick Off Luncheon 12 PM – 1:30 pm

SEPTEMBER 10TH‐MONDAY

HUMPHREY, TRACY (5) Harlem Week Brooklyn Downtown Marriott Emcee 45th Anniversary of Harlem Marquis, 333 Adam Street Harlem’s in Vogue Between Tillary & Willoughby 5:00 – 8:30 PM Brooklyn, NY

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SEPTEMBER 10TH‐MONDAY

SHEEHAN, MIKE (5) Jersey City Police Foundation Farmstead Golf Club Dinner PJ Ryan’s 1st Annual Golf 88 Lawrence Road Emcee Charity Tournament Lafayette, NJ 07848 Dinner @ 7PM

SEPTEMBER 15TH‐SATURDAY

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) German American Steuban 7th Avenue Parade Parade Lars Halter Announcer 646.334.7717

SEPTEMBER 16TH‐SUNDAY

CORNING, RON (5) Broadway on Broadway Concert Times Square Co‐Host w/ 11 AM 43rd & Broadway Lance Bass Alan Cohen, 212.703.0225

SEPTEMBER 17TH‐MONDAY

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) Testaverde Fund for Spinal Woodmere Country Club Honoree Cord Injury Meadow Drive “Spinal Victory Challenge Woodmere, NY 11598 Golf Outing & Dinner Joseph Petrella 5pm 516.795.1674 (o), 516.458.4623 (c) Anthony Testaverde , 516.826.2662 (o) or 516.729.1061 (c)

SEPTEMBER 17TH‐MONDAY

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) American Women in Radio Blockrock Speaker & Television 51 West 52nd Street Season Kickoff Event New York City Chapter Rosalie Muskatt ` 6:30 – 9 PM 732.580.1168

SEPTEMBER 19TH‐WEDNESDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Journal News Fox 5 Studios Photo/ Ernie & the Big Newz Audrey Pass interview Photo shot & interview x5881

SEPTEMBER 20TH‐THURSDAY

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) More Magazine Le Cirque Guest More Magazine September One Beacon Court Issue Celebratory Luncheon 151 East 58th Street 12 – 2PM Jennifer Falchuk 212.455.1015 395

SEPTEMBER 23RD‐SUNDAY

WOODS, MIKE (5 Her Game 2/WBLS Jacob Javits Center Guest Circle of Sisters Fashion 655 West 34th Street Model Show New York, NY 10001 Hosted by Steve Harvey Persina 6PM 917.881.4790

SEPTEMBER 24TH‐MONDAY

SHEEHAN, MIKE (5) Captain James McKenna & Staten Island e Michael Glover Memorial Dinner & Golf Tournament Fundraiser NOTE: Commissioner Ray Kelly will be receiving an award

SEPTEMBER 25TH‐TUESDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) National Multiple Sclerosis Branches Emcee Society West Long Beach Mid‐Jersey Chapter Lorraine Mackin Celebration of Hope 11 am – 12pm (Reception) 1 pm – 4pm (Main Event)

SEPTEMBER 25TH‐TUESDAY

Fox 5/My9 Staff National Kidney Foundation 3rd Floor Conference Room Serving Greater New York Lunch N Learn 12:30 – 1:30 PM

SEPTEMBER 26TH‐WEDNESDAY

HUMPHREY, TRACY (5) Flowers & Hayward Publicity Alhambra Ballroom Awards Management 2116 Adam Clayton Powell Presenter 3rd Annual African American Boulevard Literary Awards Show Corner of 126th Street 6;30 – 7:45 PM Yvette Hayward 646.338.3811

SEPTEMBER 27TH ‐THURSDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Joan Hamburg Morning Show WOR Radio Networks Interviewee Ernie & the Big Newz 111 Broadway 3rd floor New York, NY

SEPTEMBER 29TH‐SATURDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Ernie & the Big Newz Reading Barnes & Noble Guest 12 noon 2614 Central Park Avenue Yonkers, NY tel. 914.771.6400 396

OCTOBER 4TH‐THURSDAY

SHEEHAN, MIKE (5) New York City Detectives Russo’s on the Bay Man of Endowment Association 16245 Crossbay Blvd Year Annual Dinner Dance Jamaica, NY 11414 Award 6:30 PM

OCTOBER 5TH‐FRIDAY

LAMBERTY, REID (5) Jersey shore Public Relations PNC Bank Arts Center Emcee & Advertising Association Robert B. Meyner 33rd Annual JASPER Awards Center Reception/Ceremony Exit 116 Garden State Parkway Holmdel, NJ 07733 Debra Rizzi 732.223.1944 (NJ) 212.697.1650 (NY)

OCTOBER 6TH‐SATURDAY

FOLBAUM, RICK (5) Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Washington Square Park Hosts EVERS, LISA (5) of America 5th Avenue at Waverly Place New York City Chapter New York, NY 10003 2007 Rhondell Domilici Guts Rhondell Domillici & Glory Walk 212.679.1570 10:30 AM 646.256.7056

OCTOBER 6TH‐SATURDAY

EVERS, LISA (5) Black Girls Rock! Inc. Frederick P. Rose Hall Home Award 2nd Annual Black Girls Rock of Jazz @ Lincoln Center Recipient Awards 33 West 60th Street Community Red Carpet & Cocktail At Broadway Avenue Service 6:30 – 7:45 PM New York Awards Ceremony Isis Adewale 8 – 10 PM 917.821.1708

OCTOBER 9TH ‐ TUESDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Anti Defamation League Mandarin Oriental ADL Palatucci Award Luncheon 80 Columbus Circle 12 – 2:30 PM at 60th Street Myrna Shinbaum 212.885.7747 (O) 917.834.7293 (C)

OCTOBER 14TH‐SUNDAY

MARTIN, HARRY (9) Hispanic Day Parade 68th and 5th Avenue Anchors BLACKMON, BRENDA (9) Setup time: Public Affairs Dept. Street VEGA, MEGAN (9) 9am – 4pm 212.452.3811 Reporters DRPIC, GIOVANNA (9) ADLER, ANDY ROSA (5)

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OCTOBER 16TH‐TUESDAY

LEAF, CHARLES (5) United States Marines Corps Roosevelt Hotel Speaker Public Affairs at Michigan 45 East 45th Street Technological University in New York, NY 10017 New York Paul Wolfrom Media Symposium for Active 212.272.7202 USMC Commanders

OCTOBER 17TH‐WEDNESDAY

PARIKH, DR. SAPNA (5) New York Post New York Academy of Science Award New York Post 6th Annual 250 Greenwich Street Presenter Liberty Medal Awards New York, NY 10007 6 – 8 PM DeDe Brown 212.931.8112

OCTOBER 18TH‐THURSDAY

LEONE, LEW (5 & 9) PENCIL Julia Richmond Complex Principals SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Principal for a Day High School for the Day 67th Street and 2nd Avenue Louis Delgado 212.517.5175

OCTOBER 18TH‐THURSDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) PENCIL Tavern on the Green Host LEONE, LEW (5&9) Principal for a Day 67th street and Central PASS, AUDREY (5&9) Celebratory Luncheon Park West . MEREDITH (5) New York, NY 10023 PARK, CHRISTINA (5 & 9)

OCTOBER 18TH‐THURSDAY

MATTHEWS, SCOTT (5) Fair Media Council Long Island Hilton Participant FUNK, LUKE (5) Connection Day 598 Broad Hollow Road DRISCOLL, JIM (9) 8am – 4pm Huntington, NY 11747 MIHALIK, CORA ANN (9) Audrey Pass BARRANDA, ROSELYN (5&9) 212.452.5881 NUÑEZ, ISAURA (5&9)

OCTOBER 18TH‐THURSDAY

SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) Alfred E. Smith Memorial Waldorf Astoria Guest Foundation 301 Park Avenue Annual Dinner New York, NY 6:30 PM

OCTOBER 18TH‐THURSDAY

SCHMIDT, LINDA (5) NYPD Detective Bureau Russo’s on the Bay Emcee NYPD Inspector Kathleen 162‐45 Cross Bay Boulevard Kearns Retirement Celebration Howard Beach Queens, NY Deputy Inspector Daniel T. Murphy, 646.610.5260 (O) 47.672.5464 (C) 398

OCTOBER 19TH‐FRIDAY

GREGORY, NICK (5) Hellenic American Chamber Metropolitan Club Emcee of Commerce 1 East 60th Street Hellenic American Chamber New York Of Commerce Annual Dinner Andre Gregory Dance 212.629.6380 7 PM

OCTOBER 20TH‐SATURDAY

PARIKH, SAPNA (5) New York Women in Grand Hyatt Panelist Communications 109 East 42nd street Student Career Conference Grand Central Station 12:45 PM New York, NY 10017 Katie Pagenkopf, 212.871.8147 (o) 917.822.3023 (c)

OCTOBER 20TH‐SATURDAY

CORNING, RON (5) Hamptons Film Festival Ladies Village Improvement Society Host Environmental Policy Trends & Main Street, East Hampton Initiative 1 ‐ 2:15 PM

OCTOBER 20TH‐SATURDAY

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) Hamptons Film Festival Ladies Village Improvement Society Host Living Local: Strengthening & Main Street, East Hampton Supporting Local Economies, Environments, Food Supplies & Alternative Energies 2:30 – 3:45 PM

OCTOBER 21TH‐SUNDAY

CORNING, RON (5) Hamptons Film Festival United Artist Theatre Co‐hosts APPLEGATE, JODI (5) Hamptons Film Festival Award 30 Main Street Ceremony East Hampton 12 – 1 PM Colin Stanfield 631.324.4600

OCTOBER 20TH‐SATURDAY

SHEEHAN, MIKE (5) Winslow Therapeutic Riding Falkirk Farms Celebrity Center 3 Victoria Ct. Guest Denim, Diamonds & Dreams Central Valley, NY 10917 Gala Carla Corts 6:30 PM courtship@.com

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OCTOBER 21ST‐SUNDAY

CRAIG, ANNE (5) Animal Haven Shelter Dante Caterers Award 40th Anniversary with Annual 75‐07 31st Avenue Recipient Going Home Luncheon East Elmhurst, NY 12 PM Jennifer Bristol, Florence Brenner 917.613.4832 (C)

OCTOBER 21ST‐SUNDAY

PARIKH, SAPNA (5) National Kidney Foundation South Street Seaport Fox 5 Team Of Greater New York New York, NY Fox 5 National Kidney Foundation Melissa Saul Sponsor Walk 212.889.2210 9 AM

OCTOBER 22ND ‐MONDAY

SHEEHAN, MIKE (5) League of Hard of Hearing Chelsea Piers Guests PARIKH, DR. SAPNA (5) Feast with Famous Faces Pier Sixty

BLACKMON, BRENDA (9) VIP Reception: 6pm – 7pm 23rd street & the Hudson River LEONE, LEW (5 & 9) Feast: 7 PM – 10 PM New York, NY, 10011 PASS, AUDREY (5 & 9) SCHMIDT, LINDA (5)

OCTOBER 25th ‐THURSDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) Capuchin Food Pantries Maestro’s Restaurant SCOTTO, ROSANNA (5) 8th Annual Doodle for Hunger 371 Broadway Avenue Celebrity Celebrity Auction Saratoga Springs, NY Guest 7:30 PM 212.279.6171

OCTOBER 27TH ‐SATURDAY

ANASTOS, ERNIE (5) New York Press Club New York University Keynote New York Press Club’s 2007 Kimmel Hall Speaker HAMM, FRANCHESIA (9) Journalism Conference West 4th street & LaGuardia Place Panelist 8:30 – 1pm 212.563.2130

OCTOBER 28th ‐SUNDAY

APPLEGATE, JODI (5) USBC Staten Island Rab’s Country Lanes Celebrity CORNING, RON (5) Association 1600 Hylan Boulevard Guest WOODS, MIKE (5) Bowling Against Breast Cancer Staten Island, NY 10305 Bowler 1:30 PM – 4PM Nazerth Laursen 718.979.1600 400

c. Participants in Organizations

Lew Leone, VP and General Manager, WNYW & WWOR‐TV • Board member for the New York State Broadcasters Association and Chairman of its Annual Executive Conference • Board of Directors of the John Reisenbach Foundation, • Board member, the Broadway Association • Board member, PENCIL • Board member, the New York City Police Museum • Board member, Westchester Chapter of the National Football Foundation • Corporate advisory board member for the Committee for Hispanic Children and Families • Member of the Business Committee for the Metropolitan Museum • Member of the Ad Council New York Leadership Committee • Advisory board member for the New York chapter of the League of Women Voters • Member of the Steering Committee for the Association for a Better New York (ABNY).

• Recent Honors: • The Ad Council • The Kidney Foundation of New York • Association for a Better New York “Spirit of New York” Award

Jean Fuentes, Senior Vice President, :

• Board member of the Emma Bowen Foundation • Board member National Latino Gerontological Center.

Audrey Pass, Senior Director, Communications & Public Affairs, WNYW & WWOR‐ TV • Board member AYUDA • Advisory Marketing and Press Committee of the National Book Foundation • Advisory Board of the Independent Press Center • Marketing Committee for the Independent Press Center’s Writers Conference • Planning committee for the MDA “Taste Down Under” gala • Planning committee for the Puerto Rican Family Institute’s annual gala. Executive Producer of the Puerto Rican Day Parade, Hispanic Day Parade, and Gospelfest 2008.

Meredith Ginn, Assistant News Director, WNYW • Volunteer for New Song Community Corp in Harlem 401

• Volunteer for Hope for New York in Manhattan

Fox 5 Anchor Dari Alexander: • Volunteer for the Literacy Advocacy • Volunteer for The InnerCity Scholarship Fund • Volunteer for The FreshAir Fund.

Fox 5 Reporter Andrea Day: • Ambassador for the March of Dimes

Fox 5 Reporter Anne Craig: • volunteer Humane Society of New York • Volunteer with the Madison Boys and Girls • Volunteer withy the Marty Lyons Foundation

Fox 5 Reporter Linda Schmidt: • Board for the "Testaverde fund for spinal cord research • Member of 'the Inner Circle' fundraising organization • Volunteer for The New York City Rescue Mission • Volunteer for "BookPals"

Fox 5 Anchor Rick Folbaum: • Board Member of the Crohns & Colitis Foundation

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d. In‐kind Donations

Do Doc Explanation ‐ Ty Number G/L Date Explanation LT 1 Amount Batch Date Remark‐

10011.7705.10 ‐ WNYW Cash Contributions(Charitable) 19th Precinct Community PV 1523046 11/28/2005 Counci 200.00 11/28/2005 annual donation Charitable Contribution JE 298976 12/4/2005 Rcls 900.00 11/9/2005 Ronald Donald House Charitable Contribution Bob's Discount Furn JE 298976 12/4/2005 Rcls 1,090.00 11/9/2005 Charity Charitable Contribution Mindshare JE 298976 12/4/2005 Rcls 750.00 11/9/2005 Foundation Bowen, Emma L PV 1555695 2/22/2006 Foundation for M 10,000.00 2/22/2006 contributtion Reisenbach, John A PV 1577866 4/19/2006 Foundation 1,000.00 4/19/2006 contribution Ronald Donald House, PV 1622181 8/4/2006 The 2,100.00 8/4/2006 golf outing connection day PV 1642904 9/28/2006 Fair Media Council 2,000.00 9/28/2006 10/12/06 5 tkts 2006 casino PV 1642919 9/28/2006 Mindshare Foundation 125.00 9/28/2006 night 10 seats/newsmaker PV 1642923 9/28/2006 IRTS Foundation 200.00 9/28/2006 bkft 10/4 New York City Police PV 1657992 11/7/2006 Museum 2,700.00 11/7/2006 nyc benefit fund Reisenbach, John A PV 1658214 11/7/2006 Foundation 425.00 11/7/2006 15 ann celebration

PV 1658215 11/7/2006 Big Apple Greeter 600.00 11/7/2006 2 tkts/greeter 2006 1 game table/casino PV 1658220 11/7/2006 IRTS Foundation 1,250.00 11/7/2006 nite 1 table/10 seats PV 1658223 11/7/2006 IRTS Foundation 200.00 11/7/2006 ntwrk bfkt Committee for Hispanic PV 1677066 12/26/2006 Childre 5,400.00 12/26/2006 2/28/07 annual gala American Heart PV 1688280 1/25/2007 Association 1,500.00 1/25/2007 4 tkts 2/7/07

PV 1737932 6/6/2007 19th Precinct Club 200.00 6/6/2007 golf outing 6/25/07 NY/NJ Black Donalds PV 1770369 8/29/2007 Operator 200.00 8/29/2007 3rd anual golf classic Donald, Ronald House 24th annual golf PV 1770370 8/29/2007 Chariti 900.00 8/29/2007 classic Ohel Children's Home & PV 1774185 9/10/2007 Family 500.00 9/10/2007 donation 403

2007 casino nite/6 PV 1780299 9/26/2007 Mindshare Foundation 150.00 9/26/2007 tkts New York City Police chef leadership PV 1780305 9/26/2007 Museum 3,000.00 9/26/2007 pkg/table Bowen,Emma L 2007 annual PV 1785088 10/9/2007 Foundation For Mi 18,000.00 10/9/2007 partnership contri Emma Bowen Foundation Emma Bowen Found JE 388228 10/28/2007 Inv Rcls (10,000.00) 10/24/2007 Contributi 0

Column Total 43,390.00

10011.7705.30 ‐ WNYW Cash Contributions(Tables T&E) 4 tkts 12/12/05 PV 1528556 12/12/2005 IRTS Foundation 2,566.68 12/12/2005 holiday benefi

PV 1541602 1/17/2006 Broadway Association 1,500.00 1/17/2006 table 10/luncheon table 10/3/11/06 PV 1557331 2/24/2006 Inner Circle,The 3,000.00 2/24/2006 recep

PV 1577372 4/18/2006 Fair Media Council 2,500.00 4/18/2006 table&b&w full page New York Women in PV 1577865 4/19/2006 Communicatio 500.00 4/19/2006 2 tkts 2006 awards 4/06 Prepaid Allocation‐ Asian American JE 315501 4/30/2006 Other 6,000.00 4/12/2006 Federation Hellenic Times PV 1585277 5/8/2006 Scholarship Fun 3,500.00 5/8/2006 patron table 5/13/06 Hispanic Bar Association PV 1588332 5/12/2006 Of Ne 600.00 5/12/2006 full page ad /4tkts Latino Gerontological PV 1588524 5/15/2006 Center 5,000.00 5/15/2006 6/22/06 gala

PV 1706819 3/14/2007 Pencil Inc. 7,500.00 3/14/2007 table 10 3/14/07 Asian American PV 1709751 3/21/2007 Federation of N 6,000.00 3/21/2007 table recep/5/8/07 League of Women's sponsor table/10 PV 1722921 4/24/2007 Voters Of th 3,500.00 4/24/2007 4/24/07 Latino Gerontological PV 1725754 5/1/2007 Center 5,000.00 5/1/2007 2007 gala/ 5/31/07 Puerto Rican Family PV 1736241 6/4/2007 Inst.,The 5,000.00 5/30/2007 6/19/07 CABARET 2007 casino nite/6 PV 1780299 9/26/2007 Mindshare Foundation 600.00 9/26/2007 tkts

52,766.68

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10011.7720 ‐ WNYW Non‐Cash Contributions(Charitable Affairs‐TKTS)

PV 1522977 11/28/2005 Fair Media Council 2,000.00 11/28/2005 conn dy 10/27/05 Greater New York 2 tkts/luncheon PV 1522993 11/28/2005 Councils 750.00 11/28/2005 12/6/05

PV 1523031 11/28/2005 March of Dimes 900.00 11/28/2005 luncheon 2 tkts

PV 1534962 12/27/2005 Big Apple Greeter 600.00 12/27/2005 2 tkts 2005 Committee for Hispanic lime mojito 3/9/06 PV 1555679 2/22/2006 Childre 5,000.00 2/22/2006 gala American Heart PV 1557066 2/23/2006 Association 1,200.00 2/23/2006 4 tkts Young Audiences/New PV 1557279 2/24/2006 York, Inc 2,400.00 2/24/2006 4 seat benefit connection day PV 1642904 9/28/2006 Fair Media Council 700.00 9/28/2006 10/12/06 New York Association Of PV 1682860 1/11/2007 Black 250.00 1/11/2007 2 tkts/awards dinner Three Doctors 4 tkts /care PV 1686225 1/19/2007 Foundation 1,000.00 1/19/2007 fundraiser table/blk&wht full PV 1694005 2/6/2007 Fair Media Council 1,700.00 2/6/2007 page New York Association Of PV 1696134 2/12/2007 Black 200.00 2/12/2007 2 tkts awards dinner New York Women in 2 tkts ann matrix PV 1696136 2/12/2007 Communicatio 250.00 2/12/2007 awards media savy sponsor PV 1774162 9/10/2007 Fair Media Council 1,400.00 9/10/2007 10/07

18,350.00 e. Communication with Community

MEDIA WORKSHOP FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2005 • Brand New Day (NJ ‐ Housing) ‐ Vera Atkinson – Assistant Director, Jesse Lewis – Marketing • Help USA (NY ‐ Youth) ‐ Alison Lucek – Special Events & Marketing Manager • Communities in Schools New Jersey (NJ ‐ Youth) ‐ Bonnie Fraser – Director of PR, Mariko Lockhart – State Director, Deborah Veney Robinson – VP of Communications • Student Voices (NJ – Youth/Civil Activism) ‐Angela Garretson – Project Director • Newark Preschool Council (NJ – Youth) ‐ Gwen Smith, Beverly Lynn – Executive Director, Raafiah Odom – Dir of Marketing & PR

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• MEDIA WORKSHOP • THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2005 • Gilda’s Club (NY‐Health) ‐ Danielle Heard • Resources for Children with Special Needs (NY‐Youth) ‐ Karen Schlesinger – Executive Director • Northside Center for Child Development (NY – Youth) ‐ Randye Goldstein – Director of Development • Integrity, Inc. (NJ – Substance Abuse) ‐ Susan Lyons – Public Relations • Center for American Women and Politics (NJ – Women) ‐ Debbie Walsh – Director, Kathy Kleeman – Director • Palisades Emergency Residence–PERC (NJ – Homelessness) ‐ Hindi Stohl – Director of Development • Urban Stages (NY – Arts) ‐ Michelle Brandan – Marketing Director

• MEDIA WORKSHOP • WEDNESDAY, JULY 26, 2006 • The Fresh Air Fund (NY) ‐ Amanda Cortese – Director of Public Relations (NO) • New York Cares (NY) ‐ Colleen Farrell – Senior Director of Communications (YES), Justine Trumper, Communications Director (YES) o Wynona’s House (NJ) ‐ Barbara Wood – Executive Director (NO), Megan Kolesk – Developmental Director (YES) o LawHelp.org (NY)‐ Leah Margulies – Project Director (YES) • Carol Bockner – City Bar Justice Center (NO) • Children for Children (NY) – Maggie Jones – Executive Director (YES) • ‐Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York (NY) ‐ Roberta Meadow (NO)