What to watch for in tonight’s first televised NYC mayoral debate

New Yorkers will get their first chance to watch a live televised debate Thursday night among eight Democratic mayoral contenders for the June 22 primary as the city struggles to climb out of a devastating pandemic and confronts increasing crime and violence.

Spectrum News NY1 will host the showdown starting at 7 p.m., which will also be streamed online. The candidates will be appearing virtually.