Brian

Brian was born and raised in the Capital Region and currently lives in Albany. He’s the co-host of the GNA Morning Rush with Brian and Chrissy. When he’s not watching sports, eating fro-yo, playing poker, or trying to get in a quick nap, he’s hanging out with Brody; his ridiculously talented and handsome son. “Radio is my passion and I’m living out my dream! Every day we get the chance to change someone’s mood, perhaps their perspective, and hopefully make themaugh! What’s better than that?” E-Mail: brian@wgna.com

7th Grader From Shen Advances To National Spelling Bee
Spelling a bunch of words that I've never heard of, let alone spell, a 7th-grader from the Shenendehowa School District will rep the Capital Region in the Scripps National Spelling Bee.  The local finals were Tuesday night and it featured young spelling virtuosos from all over the Capital …
February’s Hometown Hero: Young Girl Turns Lemons Into The Sweetest Cause
February's Hometown Hero is an amazing young girl named Carly Waters from Schoharie.  When Carly, 9, learned that both of her sisters deal with hearing loss, she decided to turn lemons into the sweetest way to raise money for kids dealing with the same problem.  Carly's mom Marissa wrote in on behal…
Embattled Cohoes Mayor Arrested By The Feds
Cohoes Mayor Shawn Morse has been no stranger to our local newspapers since being elected back in 2015. While he's denied the allegations lobbied against during his term as a public official, things reached a boiling point this morning.  It's being reported that the Cohoes mayor was a…
‘American Pickers’ Looking For Local Hidden Gems
The guys from the hit A & E Television Network show American Pickers are coming back to New York, and could possibly be scouring the area looking for unique gems stashed away in your basement, garage, junkyard and barns.
Hometown Hero: Dedicates Life To Coxsackie Community (AUDIO)
This unique woman is the epitome of a Hometown Hero. The Coxsackie native fights fires, spearheads fundraisers for her church, and spends countless hours creating fun activities for local kids. Jennifer Moore-Warren is our December Hometown Hero.
Remarkable Principal Is November Hometown Hero
We've all had teachers and known school officials who've gone above and beyond the call of duty making long-lasting impacts on students.  November's Hometown Hero does all of those things and much, much more.  Her name is Lisa Mickle, and she's the principal of Okte Ele…
Hometown Hero Leaves Area To Pursue FDNY Dream
John Bradke is originally from Niskayuna where he served as a volunteer firefighter for 12 years, but in his heart, he knew he needed to be doing what he loves down in New York City. So 5 years ago he chased his dream of becoming a firefighter in the Bronx, leaving behind a loving girlfriend, family…
Schenectady Mayor: Halloween Ends At 8
While there may not be an official 'last call' for trick-or-treaters on Wednesday night in the city of Schenectady, they did recently announce their proposed Halloween 'hours of operation'.  In fact, Mayor Gary McCcarthy has told residents when they need to turn off the…
State Police Confirm 20 Dead In Horrific Schoharie Crash
Just awful.  My heart breaks for the families, the community, and anybody involved in the horrific crash that happened yesterday in front of the Apple Barrel Country Store + Cafe in the town of Schoharie.  State Police are confirming that 20 are dead but have yet to release the names of th…
September’s Hometown Hero: A Kind Neighbor We Could All Use
Heroes come in all walks of life, lines of duty, and nooks and crannies. They are first responders, mentors, leaders, military personnel, and teachers.  And sometimes, they are simply a kind neighbor. September’s County Waste Hometown Hero is Ashley Carmichael from Potter Hollow…
Local Student Gives Needy Man Shoes Off His Feet
It's this type of kindness the world could use a little more of these days.  A Gloversville High School student wasn't going for Youtube views or social media clicks, he was just being a good human when he gave away the sneakers he was wearing to a homeless man walking down the street…
Hot 99.1 Honors Hometown Hero For The Homeless (Audio)
Renee from Selkirk was nursing a massive migraine when we unexpectedly called her Thursday morning to tell her about her Hometown Hero nomination.  We tried to tell her we were totally cool with calling her back, but Renee wouldn't budge.  Migraine or not,  her desire to spread the word about her ho…
Get Paid $300 To Eat Avocados
A research team out of a California university is looking for subjects to be a part of a study and will pay you $300 to eat avocados.  If you - or perhaps someone you know - is willing to be a participant, the team of researchers is still searching for individuals at three college campuses incl…
Local School Bus Drivers Will Be Randomly Drug Tested
In an effort to crack down on the amount of impaired drivers taking our children to and from school,  Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed off on a bill that will force New York school bus drivers to submit to random drug and alcohol drug testing.
Higher Occurrence Of Hungry Bears Spotted Locally
Next week at this time, I'll be exploring the Grand Tetons as well as the wonders of Yellowstone National Park as I finally take a bucket list trip I've been wanting forever.  But seeing wildlife in a natural environment like the Adirondacks or Yellowstone is one thing. Seeing a bear in your backyar…
Last Blast Of ‘Oppressive’ Heat Headed Our Way
If you love your Summer's to be hot, hazy and warm, you've had nothing to complain about since early June.  If you're the type who can't put away the bathing suits and shorts fast enough for much cooler Fall weather, you're gonna have to way a little bit longer, at least according to the latest weat…
Local Man Wanted: Do You Recognize Him?
A photo circulating around town yesterday of a man on a bike piqued my interest enough to keep my eyes open near where I live in Albany.  Unfortunately, I haven't spotted him yet, but police are asking people to be on the lookout for him. Do you recognize this man wanted as part of an &apo…
Colorado Accused Killer: ‘My Wife Strangled The Kids’
The very sad and tragic story of the pregnant mom and her two little girls who were murdered last week by accused killer Christopher Watts has taken an interesting turn.  One that surely few people are apt to believe, and most certainly, don't want to.  The accused killer - 33 year old Christopher W…
Schenectady Woman Faces Horrifying Allegations After Infant’s Death
First and foremost, I hope and pray that little 4 month old Rayen Puleski can Rest in Peace now we that police have confirmed that it was indeed his 4 month old body discovered in Schenectady last week. The truth will come out and justice will be served as no innocent child ever deserves the fate he…
NY Poll Reveals Where Best Teachers Are In 518
For playing such an important roll in our lives - and our children's lives - it's unfortunate that teachers can quite often be underpaid and under-appreciated.  If you have some fine teachers in your area, be sure to let them know how you feel.  There are plenty of great educators in the Capital Reg…
Showtime Announces Air Dates For Dannemora Series
With it's all star cast, uber famous Hollywood actor as it's executive producer and director,  Escape At Dannemora is Showtime’s eight-hour limited series chronicling the bizarre tale.  The real-life high-alert escape made headlines during summer 2015, captivating many upstate New Yorkers with the s…
You May Have Purchased Toxic School Supplies
Tests recently performed on many 'back to school' items including crayons, water bottles, 3-ring binders, and markers could cause leukemia, birth defects, and potentially severe behavioral and developmental problems. The results of the test were released on Tuesday and some of the products…
Update On The Local Woman With 37 Suspended Licenses
It appears as if the 37th time was the charm for a local woman. Brittany Myers, the 22-year-old women from Berne, was facing a felony charge after Albany County deputies - during a DWI investigation a month ago - discovered she had her license suspended 37 times and was currently driving with a susp…

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