Albany honors Dr. King's legacy with celebration and film tribute
The city of Albany gathered to celebrate the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., reflecting on his foundational work toward rac
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2 people struck in head near Albany Capitol building
Two people have been struck in the head while walking near the New York State Capitol in Albany in recent weeks, State Police said on Friday.
New York sends Forest Rangers to assist in Palisades and Eaton wildfires in LA
Ten New York State Forest Rangers are on their way to California to help fight wildfires that have devastated Los Angeles.
Hochul's proposed $400M Albany investment could have ripple effects beyond
A proposal from Gov. Kathy Hochul to invest $400 million to bolster Albany with a refurbished state museum and the rehab of vacant properties could have ripple effects beyond the capital city.
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Albany mayor, new police chief say most crime is on the decline
At police headquarters Monday, interim Chief Brendan Cox said Albany saw less crime in 2024 than in 2023. Cox says incidents of violent crime, including murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, fell by 2 percent. Total property crime, including burglary, larceny, and motor vehicle theft fell by by 15 percent.
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Troopers seize nearly 3 pounds of meth in Albany highway stop
ALBANY, N.Y. ( NEWS10) — New York State Police reported the arrest of a Walden man after a highway traffic stop on Monday. Ibo Boone, 37, is facing felony drug charges.
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New York state sheriffs will take new approach to people with autism
Sheriffs in New York state are promoting a new tool they say will make traffic stops easier for neurodivergent drivers.
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New York schools close for Lunar New Year, a first in the U.S.
Public school students in New York State will have a new day off to celebrate the Lunar New Year. For the first time, students will not have classes on the holiday.This year, the Lunar New Year will be observed on Wednesday,
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New York Lab Acquiring New Technology To Test Harness Racing Samples
New York's equine drug testing lab will soon have new technology at its disposal for testing harness racing samples. According to a report by the Albany Times-Union, the New York Equine Drug Testing and Research lab is scheduled to get an ion-mobility mass spectrometer.
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New York’s Housing Crisis Isn’t Keeping Albany Up at Night This Year
In early 2022, Hochul wanted to allow basement and garden apartments in communities zoned for single-family housing and to increase residential density in parts of New York City. But she nixed the apartments idea after Long Island lawmakers opposed any move that would override local zoning laws.
New York governor pushes ‘affordability agenda’ as Democrats regroup after election losses
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is scheduled to announce a plan to offer free tuition to state and city colleges for students pursuing associates degrees in certain high-demand fields.
New York DEC Forest Rangers head to California to fight LA wildfires
The team flew out of Albany on Thursday morning and are expected to be on the west coast for a two-week assignment.