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Marcia Kramer

Marcia Kramer joined CBS News New York in 1990 as an investigative and political reporter. Previously, she was the City Hall bureau chief at the New York Daily News.

Her reports on the local, national, and international level have garnered her multiple honors, including a George Foster Peabody award, two Edward R. Murrow awards, nine Emmy awards, two New York Press Club Golden Typewriter awards, and a first-place award from the Associated Press for her investigative reports. Her work has been recognized in editorials in the New York Times and the New York Post, as well as in a piece entitled "Marcia Kramer: Journalism at its Best," which ran in the New York Observer in March 1998.

Kramer broke a story exposing the improper use of lights and sirens by city government officials. Her story led to Mayor Michael Bloomberg's crackdown resulting in the removal of lights and sirens from hundreds of vehicles. Other credits include a report on people stealing school supplies and selling them on the black market, a story on schools that served old food past its freshness date, and a film exposing school board members vacationing in Las Vegas on taxpayer dollars. She has also been cited for her reports on the Swiss banks and Nazi gold that culminated in a decision by the Swiss to finally give back the money. Kramer is also known for her 1992 interview with President Bill Clinton in which he confessed he "never inhaled."

Hochul, Blakeman make final campaign push in New York governor's race

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman are making their last pleas to voters Monday, just ahead of the midterm elections.

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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on "The Point with Marcia Kramer"

Hochul accuses Trump administration of thwarting efforts to expand energy

Gov. Kathy Hochul says the Trump administration has made it "very difficult" to achieve some of her goals for the state, including addressing high energy costs.

Nov 1

Hochul, Blakeman make final arguments before last days of Early Voting

With Early Voting ending on Sunday, the candidates for New York governor started making their final arguments Friday.

Oct 30

Nicki Minaj attacks Gov. Hochul, calls her an "evil woman"

It's not every day that a hip-hop feud heats up a political contest, but that was the hot topic in the New York governor's race on Thursday as residents were flocking to the polls to cast their ballots.

Oct 29

NYC Commission on Racial Equality Chairwoman Linda Tigani

Demonstrators protest Mamdani's move to replace NYC CORE chairwoman

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's efforts to replace the chairwoman of the NYC Commission on Racial Equity are sparking controversy.

Oct 28

New polls show Hochul with lead over Blakeman in N.Y. governor's race

Two new polls show Gov. Kathy Hochul holding a double-digit lead over her Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman.

Oct 28

Bruce Blakeman on "The Point with Marcia Kramer"

Bruce Blakeman criticizes NYC's newly passed horse carriage ban

Republican New York gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman criticized Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani while discussing New York City's newly passed horse carriage ban.

Oct 25

Hochul campaigns with Mamdani as governor's race enters final stretch

Gov. Kathy Hochul joined New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani at a restaurant in Greenpoint and is scheduled to appear with him again Sunday as early voting gets underway this weekend.

Oct 23

Central Park horse carriage ban likely headed for one more stop in court

The controversy over New York City's Central Park horse carriage ban won't end with with the passage of legislation. The next stage of the horse carriage debate will play out in court.

Oct 22

Muslim, Sikh, and Christian groups protest Hindu nationalist RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat in NYC

Brad Lander says he was detained by IDF during West Bank trip

Brad Lander said he was released after being detained by the Israel Defense Forces while on a trip in the West Bank.

Oct 21

Gov. Kathy Hochul, Bruce Blakeman clash over high energy costs

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman butted heads on the campaign trail Tuesday over energy policy and the increasingly high cost of utility bills.

Oct 22

Gov. Hochul continues to not respond to challenger Blakeman's attacks

With the election just about two weeks away, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is continuing her strategy of not directly engaging with opponent Bruce Blakeman.

Oct 19

NYC Mayor Mamdani Rolls Out New Universal Child Care Plan For 2 Year Olds

Mamdani, Hochul announce 10,000 new 2-K seats across NYC

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Monday that more than 12,000 children across the city will have access to 2-K starting in fall 2027.

Oct 19

Rep. Mike Lawler on "The Point with Marcia Kramer" in October 2026

Rep. Mike Lawler says he's focused on everyday cost of living

Rep. Mike Lawler is trying to hold onto his seat representing New York's 17th congressional district in what may be one of the most competitive races for Congress in the country.

Oct 17

U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., left, talks about Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate primary candidate Abdul El-Sayed during a campaign rally, Saturday, July 18, 2026, in Detroit.

AOC's $1 million donation to Abdul El-Sayed sparks speculation

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has sparked speculation about her political future after contributing $1 million to progressive Democratic Michigan Senate candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed.

Oct 16