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New York is only one of 13 states to have an official state dog, can you guess what breed it is?

Ever notice those big clumps of leaves between the tree branches and wondered what they are? It isn't what you think it is.

New York is officially among the worst places in America for impoverished people to work and live because of this very obvious reason.

America's oldest existing courthouse is so historic, British loyalists were its original judges and they made New Yorkers' lives a living hell.

Some call it an old wives tale, but a single quarter in your freezer really can make a massive difference in your life.

What is your dog's name? Do you think it's pretty unique? Well, this list of the top dog names of the year might shock you.

A strange, new study claims to have identified the 10 Christmas songs people should never listen to when behind the wheel. You'll never guess which is #1.

Santa only uses his magic sleigh once a year, but someone actually figured how much it would cost to insure it.

Would you accept food from a robot? One Central New York institute has rolled out a new delivery service that has students buzzing.

Happy International Chocolate Day to everyone except New York.

It seems a woman didn't appreciate what the judge had to say about her in court

You wouldn't mind a few extra roommates, right?

What would nonna say?

The obituary of Belmont, New York native Lawrence Pfaff Sr. that his son published has gone viral, in a scathing example of how NOT to be remembered.

Another New York son has been barred from Russia over his support of Ukraine.

What the heck is this thing and why is it in waterways all around New York?

A Market 32 in Brunswick found an extremely rare orange lobster in a July shipment. Rather than end up on a plate, that lucky lobster now has a new home.

Having a skunk in your yard can be unnerving for anyone. Imagine trying to kill a wild pest in your yard, and then you end up being shot instead.

This might not be a shock to some, but it turns out, New York is a pretty so-so place to live. I'm not saying I agree, though where we landed was pretty humorous.  Sure the winter's over so my mood is a little bit better (though I didn't appreciate the snow flakes around Mother's Day when I was in the mountains)...

The Greene County Sheriff's Office says that a Cairo woman is facing charges after attempting to gain access to a school by enrolling as a student.

A strange vending machine was found one that serves up ink pens that authorities believe are for smoking drugs.

A husband is in custody after he walked into the Colonie beauty salon where his wife worked Thursday afternoon and started stabbing her

This woman is wanted for stealing over 4,000 worth of underwear from Victoria Secrets.

Rihanna’s social media accounts have led to yet another arrest! I’m not sure how the writers and producers of Hangover 2 missed this gem, but apparently the good people of Thailand consider women pulling live animals out of her vajayjay entertainment.

If you think the famous Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders have the hottest backsides in the football team’s stadium, think again. In fact, one woman’s butt was so hot, she’s suing the organization.

We all gripe about having to take our shoes off when we go through airport security, but according to a list of items confiscated this year by the TSA, footwear may be the least of its concerns.

You’ve probably seen those reports about how germy hotel beds can be. But a new study shows something else in a room is likely to be far more contaminated.

If you’re interesting in obtaining some Michael Jackson memorabilia then check this out. A black surgical mask that was allegedly worn by the late pop singer is up for auction, reports TMZ. So far, the bidding has exceeded $20,000 for this one-of-a-kind item.

There is a woman in the United Kingdom who makes her living by making it with herself. We mean, of course, that she’s a sex toy tester.