Albany NY

The Justice Department announced Wednesday it was suing New York state over its policy of limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, with Gov. Kathy Hochul, state AG Letitia James and DMV chief Mark Schroeder in AG Pam Bondi’s crosshairs. “This is a new DOJ,” Bondi announced. “New York has chosen to...

Over 20 Joann fabric and craft stores in New York are expected to close, including three in the Rochester region, the retailer announced in a recent bankruptcy court filing . The retailer, which operates around 850 stores in 49 states, according to its website, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Delaware...

Troy, NY — Troy Police swiftly apprehended a bank robbery suspect just seven minutes after the crime occurred on February 10. At approximately 11:42 AM, employees of the M&T Bank on Hoosick Street reported a robbery to 911. The suspect, who did not display a weapon, demanded money and fled with several hundred...

We continue to monitor the latest model runs and data pertaining to Thursday's winter storm. It remains a very complicated, complex forecast as we're expecting snow to transition to a wintry mix before changing back over to some snow showers to wrap up the event. Here's the very latest timeline, precipitation totals,...

A deli called Abo’s Coney Island opens in Albany with fare including breakfast, hot and cold subs, halal food and entrees.

A string of shootings in less than 24 hours has left the city of Albany on edge. Quadair Hoffler, 21, was shot in the head. He was found in a car on the 200 block of Yates Streets around 1:40 a.m., according to investigators. Hoffler was pronounced dead at Albany Medical Center.

A total of 18 school districts in New York had graduation rates of 100% in 2024, according to new data from the state Education Department. The list includes the Clinton Central School District in Oneida County. That was the closest district with a 100% graduation rate to Syracuse. The statewide...

Yet another bridge was struck by a truck in New York state, and officials are saying this is not the first time this area has been hit. This bridge was the scene of a rather ironic crash in 2023, as The Post Standard had reported that a state DOT contractor vehicle struck the bridge as it was en route to it for...

Track school closings and delays for Wednesday, Feb. 11 in New York and New Jersey. Several schools across the two states saw closures and delays on Wednesday morning. Somerset Co. Educational Svcs. Comm. Sch. Dist.: 90 Minute Delay. The Children's Center Of Monmouth County: 2 Hour Delay. Totowa School District:...

A leading health expert is warning recent closures could lead to a "public health crisis." Pharmacies across New York State and the nation continue to close. In late 2024, Walgreens announced plans to close 1,200 stores nationwide. At the time of the announcement, Walgreens had nearly 80 locations in New...