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So what saved Kathy Hochul's campaign for NY governor? It wasn't NYC. It wasn't Long Island. It wasn't even her home city of Buffalo. It was the Capital Region.

As some celebrate their extra $10,000, state laws may have those with forgiven loans now owing more money – this time to the State of New York.

Who says politics and booze doesn't mix?

Today is the day that many renters in New York have been dreading. The rent eviction moratorium officially expires today, but advocates for the state's renters are hoping for another extension.

When Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that he would be resigning in two weeks, his lieutenant governor, Kathy Hochul, had to step up her game and assemble her new administration.

I wanted to take a look at what sexual harassment actually is, and to see if those powerful men have committed the acts they’ve been accused of; this is what I found.

The whole country has been watching, and this morning breaking news came out of New York, Attorney General Letitia James says that her investigation is complete; and damning evidence was found against Governor Andrew Cuomo.

We’ve all heard a lot about “Stop Asian Hate” lately, even having new legislation being written. Until recently, I had no idea that Asian people were being attacked in this country

Albany’s “Good Cause Eviction“ bill could be a trendsetter in New York; at least that is what local lawmakers are hoping.

Horrific gun violence has been plaguing our state and now Governor Cuomo is making a bold move to try to curtail it.

Candidate For Schenectady County Legislator Omar McGill stopped by Hot 991 to discuss his future in politics. Election Day is today Omar McGill is running for Legislature For District 1 In Schenectady.

Albany Police Chief Eric Hawkins was being considered for a job as Police Chief in another state. Fortunately for us, it doesn’t seem like he is going to take the position.

Over the last several month's Governor Cuomo has been under investigation with allegations of sexual misconduct. The governor has denied all allegations and has refused to step down.

Do you know that Governor Andrew Cuomo has set himself up to make a lot of money off of a book about the COVID-19 pandemic?

Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a new law that put limits on solitary confinement for inmates in New York correctional facilities. Members of the correctional facility unions are fighting back against the new law

Senator Jamal Bailey rapped some of DMX’s lyrics on the Senate floor when the resolution was officially announced. Senator Bailey said, “ In New York, we have our own hip-hop royalty.

The state budget was due on April 1, but it was not submitted until Tuesday, April 6. Governor Cuomo announced that he had reached an agreement with Albany legislative leaders yesterday on a tax increase.

The current mayor of the City of Albany, Kathy Sheehan, announced last year that she would be seeking a third term as the mayor of Albany. This year, thanks to the Board of Elections, several opponents have been eliminated from the playing field.

Today Albany County Legislator George Langdon IV, of the 37th district, issued a statement announcing his resignation.

Governor Andrew Cuomo has been making headlines for a full year now, and most of the news was good. Unfortunately for him the news has turned sour and now some legislators are calling for his resignation.

Democratic New York Senator Luis Sepulveda was arrested on Tuesday and charged with a misdemeanor offense of Criminal Obstruction of Breathing

At least 40 countries have banned travel from the United Kingdom and our governor, Andrew Cuomo, wants the US to do the same thing.

On Monday night, Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan made the announcement official that she is seeking reelection next year.

Albany District Attorney, David Soares aide, 59-year old Jeanenne Holt, who was working from home, passed away due to complications of the COVID-19 virus.

Governor Cuomo signed legislation that would ban the use of harmful polyfluoroalkyl chemicals, better known as PFAS, in food packaging.

Governor Cuomo’s office announced that New York’s “ Buckle Up New York, Click It or Ticket” campaign is now in effect through November 29.

Yesterday Governor Cuomo announced that he is applying new guidelines for out-of-state travelers entering into New York.

Governor Andrew Cuomo recently authorized the release of approximately 800 people who are incarcerated for violating their probation. He also authorized the release of 2200 felons who are convicted of non-violent offenses.

On Sunday Governor Cuomo disputed the thought that the virus cannot be controlled. He said, “The White House believes the US cannot control this pandemic, but New York flattened the curve

On Saturday, 40-year old Joseph P. Brady, was arrested at his Watervliet home for allegedly sexually assaulting an 18-year-old woman.