Extreme Heat in Manhattan, Deadly Shooting in Midtown Manhattan and a Redistricting Constitutional Amendment

Today, New Yorkers faced temperatures in the high 90s, and the extreme heat isn’t over just yet. A heat advisory is in effect until tomorrow night. An investigation into the deadly shooting that killed four people and injured one in Midtown yesterday is ongoing. WFUV’s Alexandra Pfau has more details. Democratic lawmakers in the New York State Senate are considering an amendment to the state’s constitution that would allow them to map new congressional districts mid-decade. WFUV’s Adithi Vimalanathan spoke with the assemblymember behind the idea. Host/Producer Andrew McDonald Editor Tess Novotny Reporter Lainey Nguyen Reporter Ally Pfau Reporter Adithi Vimalanathan Theme Music Joe Bergsieker