$1,800 vinyl record handouts draw scrutiny as Albany freezes basic purchases amid deficit
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — As Albany officials warn of a deepening budget shortfall, new questions are emerging about spending decisions made in the early months of Mayor Dorcey Applyrs’ administration. City leaders say Albany closed fiscal year 2025 with a $15 million deficit and is now projecting a...
Albany flights canceled, delayed after LaGuardia crash
Despite two canceled flights so far, officials say the crash at LaGuardia has had minimal impact at Albany Airport, but travelers should plan accordingly.
Sheriff’s Sergeant Punched At Music Festival In Albany, New York
One thing to know about me: I love music festivals. There's something about paying a couple hundred dollars and being able to spend hours, if not days, in one location seeing hundreds of artists back to back to back. Unfortunately, when you get that many people in one space, chaos...
Evelyn Tutasig-Ilbay Busted In Pickpocket Scheme: Cops
Evelyn Tutasig-Ilbay, a 28-year-old Union City native, targeted a GWAR concert at Empire Live in downtown Albany, police said. Tutasig-Ilbay recruited a 16-year-old boy from Brooklyn to travel to Albany and snatch cellphones from people at the show on Saturday, March 21, according to Albany cops. Officers caught onto...
Albany students seek more bus routes to school
Lucas Willard: Albany City School District students must live at least 1.5 miles away from their school in order to qualify for free bus fare. The district partners with the Capital District Transportation Authority to offer these rides. But some students say more transportation options are needed. WAMC’s Sajina...
Zoning Board approves QuickChek near Exit 8 of Northway over objections from residents
The decision advances the project to the Planning Board for further review.
Rapper to perform in 3 Upstate NY cities as part of 25th anniversary tour
A nerdcore rapper is coming to three Upstate New York cities as part of his 25th anniversary tour. MC Chris will perform July 10 at No Fun in Troy, July 11 at Funk ‘n Waffles in Syracuse, and July 12 at Milkie’s Elmwood Lounge in Buffalo. Mega Ran will open all three concerts.
New York law mandates cash payments in retail and food businesses
A New York law now requires retail stores and food businesses to take cash, and some Capital Region businesses have already changed how they operate.
Green Tech teacher fired, school probes improper conduct with a student
A second teacher is being investigated by the Albany-based charter school, according to a letter sent to parents and guardians.
Suspect On Run After Albany Man Slashed In Street Fight: Police
A 35-year-old man was slashed in the face during an argument in Albany early Sunday, March 23, police said. Cops responded around 4:45 a.m. to a man with facial lacerations on Madison Avenue near Lark Street, the Albany Police Department said. He was taken to Albany Medical Center and listed in stab…
