February 2, 2024: Midday News

Two years after Felix DeJesus, from Haledon, New Jersey, went missing following his release from police custody, his family continues to seek answers. Meanwhile, accordion style, “open gangway” trains have started operating on New York City subway tracks. Finally, thousands of New York City residents live in illegal and dangerous basement apartments. Governor Hochul is pushing a plan to allow New York City to create an amnesty program for landlords who bring their basement dwellings up to code. However, it’s being delayed by a stalemate in Albany. WNYC’s Michael Hill sits with Albany reporter Jon Campbell and housing reporter David Brand who have followed the story.