It's Happening Here
It's Happening Here
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Central Current is a nonprofit, nonpartisan newspaper for people building a life in Central New York. Our "It's Happening Here" podcast explores how local news, local government, and local civic engagement impacts our democracy as a whole.
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The podcast focuses on topics such as local journalism, civic engagement, government policy, and community challenges, with episodes discussing the implications of the New York State Local Journalism Sustainability Act and the fragmentation of information in Central New York. Specific episodes include interviews with advocates for local news and examinations of the impact of journalism on democracy.
Central Current is a nonprofit, nonpartisan newspaper for people building a life in Central New York. Our “It’s Happening Here” podcast explores how local news, local government, and local civic engagement impacts our democracy as a whole.
As the New Year begins, what should Central New Yorkers be on the lookout for? Central Current’s Editor Chris Libonati shares his thoughts about the biggest items to keep an eye on over the coming news cycle. He shares his own journey as a reporter, his favorite stories from 2025, the reasons he loves reporting in CNY, and explains how he chooses what to cover.
Editor’s Note: This podcast reflects the opinions and perspectives of the host and guests and is not a product of our editorial staff, including Central Current’s editors and reporters. The program may be edited in post-production for length and clarity.
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