Upstate new York news

As more information comes in about this horrific tragedy in Upstate New York, our heart goes out to the families of those who lost their lives, as well as the community, many of whom are in disbelief. On Thursday, we learned more about the horrific murders of three people on Wednesday evening in the Town of Grafton...

Police in Rensselaer County are still determining what led to a violent altercation in the Town of Grafton at around 6:40 p.m. on Wednesday. State Police have planned an 11 a.m. press conference to discuss the incident, but here's what we know now...

Well, this isn't the ranking many New Yorkers will be proud of as we approach the 4th of July. But the data is the data, and according to a recent poll, when it comes to evaluating the most patriotic states in the USA, New York ranks near the bottom...

An anti-Trump "No Kings" protest in Upstate New York turned violent when a protester from New Hampshire allegedly bit and assaulted a Trump supporter who claims he was in the neighborhood only to get some steaks. The incident happened on Saturday in Warrensburg, New York, during an Upstate NY "No Kings" event, at which thousands protested Trump's policies and actions during his

Tragedy in Maine Last week, we reported on an unfortunate story about the father and daughter from Upstate New York who visited Maine for a hiking trip that ended in tragedy. At the time of the report, Rangers said they found the body of the father, but they continued searching for the daughter's body, which they found a day later...

Second Twister in New York State this Week Volatile weather continues to wreak havoc on many towns and villages throughout Upstate New York. For the second time in two days, the National Weather Service confirmed that the damage caused by recent storms was from a tornado...

Miracle in Gloversville? Nearly five weeks after a devastating fire tore through a historic abandoned building in Gloversville, one of the many exotic pets that was presumed killed in the blaze turned up, miraculously, at a cafe in Gloversville...

Orphaned Cubs Brought to Rehab Center This Adirondack wildlife rescue story makes you appreciate all the hard-working, selfless animal lovers throughout Upstate New York and beyond. According to the NYS DEC, a pair of black bear cubs, orphaned by their mom, were brought to the Friends of Feathered and Furry Wildlife Center in Greene County because of "poor body condition and malnourishment.&q

Tragedy in Maine A father and daughter from Upstate New York visited Maine over the weekend for a hiking trip that ended in tragedy.  Sadly, Rangers say they found the body of the father, but they continue to search for the missing daughter. Bo...

A Wade Tour bus ended up in a precarious situation on Sunday, and we'd imagine the driver has some explaining to do, after reports that it somehow struck the New York State Museum in Albany. Thankfully, no one was injured in the incident, which occurred at around 130 on Sunday...

You Can't Take that Wild Baby Goose I'm not sure how many of you needed this reminder, but no matter how cute, furry, innocent, harmless, snuggly, and petable they may appear, you cannot take protected wildlife home in New York State. This reminder comes from the New York State DEC after reports that someone near Syracuse did this on May 11th...

The Search for the Big One I haven't spent enough time dropping bobbers into water to know the feeling or the adrenaline rush that comes with thinking you've caught the Big One.   I'd imagine it's similar to hitting one pure golf shot during an otherwise ordinary round, that keeps you coming back for more. But m...

First Responders Rescue Puppies from Fire We appreciate our local first responders' hard work and dedication.  This is another shining example of how they always go above and beyond the call of duty. A fire at 35 Glen Street in Rensselaer on Wednesday required aid from multiple departments, who were able to extinguish the fire and rescue two puppies. ...

Will Summer Ever Start in the Capital Region? What's up with this Capital Region weather? Rain...wind...cold...repeat. We're used to a bit of rain in April and perhaps a few more showers in May, but as we head into Memorial Day Weekend, the forecast feels more suited for late fall or early winter than summer...

Saratoga Chocolate: The Best in the Country? Only 20 chocolate shops across the country were nominated in a recent USA Today poll for "Best in the USA," one of which is right in our backyard. Congrats to the Saratoga Chocolate Co., located at 454 Broadway in Saratoga Springs, for garnering this sweet accolade...

A news release from the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office warned about a trending high school senior prank that they say could have potentially dangerous, even deadly consequences. What is the "Senior Assassin Prank" According to sources, the "Senior Assassin" prank is a popular but potentially dangerous game played by high school seniors...

Lineup Announced for Upstate Comedy Fest Get ready for big stars and even bigger laughs as two legends in the comedy industry are set to headline the annual Lucille Ball Comedy Festival in Upstate New York this summer. This week, the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York, announced the lineup for the annual Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, taking place from August 7th to 10th at Northwest Are

Screen time is at an all-time high amongst most young kids, and this is a stark reminder to remain vigilant; predators are everywhere. US Airman Arrested for Luring Young Girl A 31-year-old US airman was arrested back in February and was arraigned in New York on Wednesday after police said he engaged explicitly with a 9-year-old New York girl he met while playing a video game online...

The wonders of the mighty Adirondacks were on full display when a hiker in Upstate NY stumbled across a rare, natural phenomenon known as an "ice disk".

Plane crash in Vermont: Pics and video show the treacherous rescue endured by our highly skilled New York Forest Rangers who piloted a chopper down to the crash.

A Capital Region took his love for Chick-fil-A a little too far, and police are hoping that someone will recognize the man who stole a rug donning the famous logo.

A resident warned to keep a close eye on pets after they found a deer carcass - which appeared to be ravaged by coyotes - at a popular dog park in Albany County.

State Police in New York are looking for a man who entered an Upstate New York dairy wearing a facemask, showing a knife, and then demanding money from the clerk.

If you vape or smoke cannabis, a newly proposed bill which is designed to protect children, would put additional restrictions on New York residents.

The New York State Police are searching for a known child predator with warrants out for his arrest, and they are asking for anyone with information to assist them with their search.

Three people were injured in Upstate New York over the weekend when a mixed drink combusted into a massive fireball; the horrifying moment was caught on tape.

Historians will tell you that Santa's original magical sleigh was designed by an Albany native over 200 years ago. See ten more items invented in Upstate New York that you may not have known about!

Do you recognize this man's face or the Ford pickup he drives? The NYSP have asked the public help them find a man who stole property this week in Upstate New York.

The areas newest Chic fil-A opened in Albany and we know it's going to be a hit! But where does their chicken sandwich rank versus others in the Capital Region?

Bail reform throughout New York State has been a hotly contested topic, and local police don't shy away from suggesting that it's not working in Upstate New York.