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A former police sergeant from the Hudson Valley is heading to prison.

Some New Yorkers will receive a fourth stimulus payment, even if you received a third stimulus check. $1.2 billion is expected to be handed out.

If you haven't seen Lincoln Park lately, prepare yourself for shock when you see how many trees have been cut down recently.

The two men are accused of taking a 16-year girl to a hotel room in Malta overnight on January 27 and January 28. The two men allegedly gave the young girl alcohol and drugs and then proceeded to have sexual contact with her

A number of businesses visited by many New Yorkers have new COVID rules to follow.

Employees and shoppers witnessed a frightening incident at the Walmart on Loudon Road on Wednesday afternoon. Colonie Police Department advised that they received a 911 call for a man carrying a rifle near Walmart.

Approximately a month ago a young father pleaded guilty to murdering the young mother of his child. Today the young father, 36-year-old Rashad Edwards, appeared in court and received his sentencing.

Buffalo reacts to local radio host being fired over racist comments.

Activist Jamaica Miles is holding politicians accountable for police reform.   The activist took on City Hall this past week for changes in the New York State Governor's executive order for police reform in counties statewide.

Have you ever dreamed of being famous?  Did you ever dream about being featured in a movie?  If you’re looking for a chance to appear in a movie, there’s an opportunity coming to the Capital Region later on this summer.

Union members who represent Albany's 911 dispatchers are sounding the alarm for help with unprecedented staff shortages.

Officials with the New York State Nurses Association are taking drastic measures to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus inside the hospital.

Did you know that the Capital Region played a major role in the Underground Railroad? Learn all About How Stephen Myer's Home In Albany Was Essential In The Underground Railroad.

The suspect involved in the incident, 43-year-old Vayne A. Rice of Schenectady, was attempting to leave the scene as officers were approaching. Police accused Rice of “recklessly engaging in conduct that created a grave risk of death to another person

Once again officers in the Capital Region were able to confiscate drugs during a traffic stop. This time they also removed a ghost gun (a gun where the serial number is intentionally removed) off of the streets.

During the traffic stop, the officers discovered that the driver, 23-year-old Francisco Rivera had marijuana in his possession and there was a gun in the car.

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Today, January 20, 2021 is Inauguration Day for President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Because the FBI has warned of possible violence to state capitals throughout the country, state and city buildings in Albany were closed.

On Monday, January 10, an unnamed man responded to the website SkipTheGames in an attempt to obtain “escort” services.  The man met 20-year old Ava Maddalla of Scotia at the Hampton Inn & Suites, located at 45 British American Boulevard. 

Will the COVID-19 be a mandate? The dilemma for legislators in New York state is whether or not to mandate that each New Yorker receive a vaccination.

Democrats and Republicans in New York State believe recreational marijuana will soon be legal across New York State.

It took less than one hour for New York’s electors to cast their votes in favor of President-Elect Joseph Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris.

Mr. Ojeda had pleaded guilty to manslaughter. He admitted that the baby ingested methamphetamine while he was caring for his child. Mr. Ojeda did not call for medical assistance for his child until it was too late.

A vicious beating at the Schenectady County Jail left a former inmate with serious injuries and two jail employees terminated.

COVID-19 is spreading across New York State at alarming rates.

Gov. Cuomo says "COVID is getting worse by the day" while issuing new rules that New Yorkers must follow for restaurants, bars and private home gatherings.

New Yorkers could face a big fine or even jail after traveling to over 35 locations.

Deputy Director joins Keeler and takes all questions about going completely cashless on the NYS Thruway, and all state toll roads, bridges and tunnels.

Gov. Cuomo says he doesn't "trust" the federal government when it comes to producing a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine.

New legislation was signed on Monday requiring all public employers to create plans to protect their employees in the event in future pandemics.