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There is one thing that families can count on in New York State no matter what side of the political aisle you are on.

Some proud New Yorkers might not say it out loud, but many residents are quietly fed up.

Two popular meat products sold in New York are under urgent health alerts. One for hidden allergens, the other for possible plastic contamination.

With its haunting history, Salem draws in the masses every autumn. But what happens when the charm turns chaotic for the locals?

The air over the Hudson Valley is unsafe today. Here's which New Yorkers should stay inside.

A new study reveals which foods may be keeping New Yorkers up at night.

A popular yogurt brand sold across New York may contain hidden plastic pieces

A deadly head-on crash in Upstate New York involving a State Trooper has sparked an ongoing investigation.

Two new COVID variants are now spreading across New York. Doctors warn they come with new and potentially very painful symptoms.

Whispers of Halloween's arrival are getting louder. Spirit Halloween is gearing up for something big in 2025.

New York State lost over 121,000 residents. A new report reveals where they’re all heading and why they left.

A chilling video out of Upstate New York has gone viral. Now many are worried a mountain lion might be roaming the Empire State.

Officials just shut down an unlicensed daycare in the Hudson Valley after finding children in unsafe, overcrowded, and shocking conditions

A Syracuse teen's basketball dream came true, thanks to Make-A-Wish and SU stars at Summer Slam.

It was a busy Fourth of July for New York State Police over the weekend with 10,497 tickets issued statewide during their 4th of July STOP-DWI enforcement campaign, police say.

Jersey Mike’s is coming to even more parts of New York, and the full list of new towns may surprise you.

With sweeping views of Horseshoe Falls and a menu full of locally inspired favorites, Top of the Falls in Niagara Falls State Park was just named one of the best waterfront restaurants in the U.S.

Santa swaps sleigh for speed. Christmas in July is happening at the Utica-Rome Speedway.

Expect a crisp, colorful autumn in Upstate New York this fall with fewer heatwaves, cooler nights, and vibrant leaves, per seasonal predictions.

If these lawmakers have their way, federal agents would need to identify themselves like local officers do.

When it comes to living and working in New York State, most people say that there are three major concerns for their family and their finances.

Bobcats used to be a rare sight in New York, but that’s quickly changing. Wildlife officials say the secretive animals have now been spotted across the state.

Bites are sending more New Yorkers to the ER than we've seen in years and experts say the worst may still be coming.

Mysterious objects are lighting up the sky across the Empire State.

Connecticut just banned the fish game at fairs and lawn fetes. There was already an animal restriction on games, but now the fish was added to the law.

Utica's new Harbor Point was the location for the Albany Symphony's "Water Music New York: More Voices - Utica" on Thursday, July 3, 2025.

Police departments across the Hudson Valley are sounding the alarm about violent crimes happening right after people take out cash.

A New York diner that’s been serving for nearly 100 years is about to disappear forever. Sadly, it’s not the only thing being forced out.

A growing health crisis is closing beaches in and around New York.

Ever noticed something missing in a New York elevator? You’re not imagining it. There’s a curious floor that often gets skipped and it’s not by accident.