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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.

David Soares, of the District Attorney’s Office, is expressing frustration with the criminal justice reform process saying that it makes the process more difficult to get to closure.

Employees with New York’s correctional facilities are calling on Governor Andrew Cuomo to restrict visitation again at some correctional facilities.

Albany County Executive, Dan McCoy, had to depend on his previous planning and his creativity to submit his 2021 budget.

Even with the executive order, landlords are still moving forward with the eviction process and serving notices of eviction to tenants. The notices give tenants two weeks to contest the case or be evicted.

Last month we talked about a Cohoes Police officer, Sean, retiring after making false claims against a group of black youth. A group of activists is demanding punishment.

A Common Council member in Albany does not take our civil liberties lightly, she wants to hold government officials accountable for their access to our personal information.

The majority of Black families and about 40% of Hispanic families are opting to send their children to school virtually this fall.

After five years of convictions and appeals, it’s finally time for former Assemblyman Sheldon Silver to report to prison.

An outside consulting firm has been chosen and will start an independent audit of the Albany Police Department shortly.

The law banning the use of plastic bags was initially passed and legally took effect on March 1.

Donald Trump is the Donkey of the Day because he is opposing much-needed funding for mail-in voting.

A new seat belt law will take effect on November 1. Make sure you are aware of the specifics of this new legislation before it becomes the law.

Governor Andrew Cuomo calls out Donald Trump for signing what he calls ”unworkable” executive orders on Saturday.

In-person visitations are slated to resume for inmates soon, and some leaders are appalled. Maximum security prisons have already begun welcoming visitors yesterday, and the remainder are slated to resume visitations on Saturday.
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20-year old Brian Yevoli has been arrested in connection with destructive incidents that occurred on May 30 and June 2.

Insurance companies are asking the state of New York to approve an increase in their premiums for 2021.