1. The main topic I would like to cover is the impact that the NBA lockout is having and will continue to have on New York City. Without a NBA season, fans, merchants, and the entire city could suffer. I can interview shop owners and street venders near Madison Square Garden that depend on the crowds from Knick games. I can also interview fans that would be heartbroken to lose a season where the Knicks are finally set to have a good year.
2. Another potential topic can be the ban on smoking in parks. I think this topic would be interesting simply because most people dont respect the law. I can interview people I see smoking in parks and possibly police officers who are not giving out tickets for the offense.