Albany man accused of shooting at group of people in Gloversville
Gloversville Police arrested an Albany man on Tuesday after a shooting investigation.
Defense attorney: “She did everything she could to protect her baby.”
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. – Wednesday morning, the defense delivered its closing argument in the murder trial of Persia Nelson, accused of causing the death of her baby daughter, Halo Branton. Background. On March 10, 2024, Halo was found unresponsive in a utility pipe on the General Electric campus in Schenectady...
Human Remains Found in Schenectady During Excavation
An investigation is underway in Schenectady following the discovery of human remains on Monday (October 13) at the corner of Westover Place and Georgetta Dix Plaza. Workers conducting excavation work unearthed an iron casket believed to date back to the 1800s. According to Times Union, the remains were found inside...
Local victim of drunk driving speaks out after two fatal crashes over the weekend
ALBANY COUNTY, NY (WRGB) — Investigations continue into two fatal car crashes along I-787 over the weekend. The Albany County District Attorney says both crashes appear to involve alcohol. CBS6 is now looking into DWI driving statistics and how our local community is working to prevent them. For Albany...
Troy’s new signs spark debate over panhandling
TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — If you have walked through downtown Troy recently, you might’ve noticed new signs telling people: “It’s okay to say no to panhandlers.” City leaders say it’s about encouraging donations to local charities and resources — but the message is sparking mixed reactions. You’ll find these signs...
Albany teen charged after fleeing police
A 16-year-old was charged with multiple counts of criminal possession of a weapon after city police allegedly found him with a ghost gun.
Defense witness claims Persia Nelson suffered ‘cold stress,’ fought to keep her and her...
An expert witness for the defense claimed Nelson suffered from cold stress and that she desperately tried to keep herself and her daughter alive in March 2024.
Evening Briefing: N.Y. airports not showing Noem video, sides rest in Marcy prison guards...
Good evening, Capital Region and Hudson Valley. We're wrapping up the day for you with some of the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Look for variably cloudy skies and seasonable temperatures overnight with lows in the 40s. Wednesday morning clouds will give way to increasing afternoon...
Dirt bike rider charged in crash that hurt UAlbany student expected to testify
The man from Watervliet accused of striking a UAlbany student with his dirt bike and leaving the scene is expected to take the stand in his own defense. Austin Breyette is facing charges of second-degree assault, leaving the scene of a personal injury accident and tampering with physical evidence in the crash on...
Evidence concludes in trial for mother accused of killing baby Halo in Schenectady
The evidence portion of the trial of Persia Nelson, the mother accused of killing her 10-month-old daughter after police found the infant in a utility pipe in 2024, concluded Tuesday.
