Woman’s Body Pulled From Hudson River In Watervliet
Authorities are investigating after a woman’s body was pulled from the Hudson River in the Capital Region. Witnesses called police after seeing a woman jump from the Congress Street Bridge in Watervliet shortly before 8 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, according to preliminary radio...
‘Where’s My Dad?’ Father’s Ashes Lost By Troy Cops After House Fire, Daughter Claims
A New York woman claims that police lost her late father’s ashes while investigating a house fire. Rensselaer County resident Jennifer Brunson, of Brunswick, claims that Troy Police evidence technicians took a vial of Thurman McAffry's ashes to test for drugs after a fire...
Troy police, firefighters search Hudson River for person seen jumping into water
Troy police and firefighters are at the Congress Street bridge after someone reported a person jumping into the Hudson River.
Program helps New York taxpayers file their taxes for free
A program to help New Yorkers file their taxes for free is back. WAMC’s Alexander Babbie reports. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program brings volunteer tax preparers and taxpayers making less than $67,000 annually together. It’s sponsored in the Capital Region by the...
Employer identifies victims of deadly Colonie fire
Victims who died in a Colonie fire on Monday have now been identified by one of their employers. Tim and Katie Ryan died in the fire, according to Premiere Transportation. Tim Ryan was an employee with Premiere, the company said. A GoFundMe has been set up by Premiere...
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announces $110 million in housing funding in Schenectady
On a visit to Schenectady Tuesday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced new investments of more than $100 million for projects located in certified Pro-Housing Communities. According to the state, Hochul’s Pro-Housing Communities initiative allocates up to $650 million each...
Officer Accidentally Fires Gun During Pursuit In Troy, Police Say
The incident happened in Waterford following a Troy Police chase that began in Troy at around 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25. Officers were conducting an anti-crime detail when they spotted a stolen car driven by Anthony Bonaparte, 33, of Troy, the agency said. When they confronted...
Flu Cases Surge in New York’s Capital Region
The number of flu cases in New York's Capital Region continues to rise, according to the latest data from the state. During the week ending January 18, Albany County reported the highest number of infections with 260 cases, followed by Saratoga County with 210, and Schenectady...
Former Pittsfield schools employee pleads not guilty to drug charges
The former dean of students at Pittsfield High School, who is accused of drug trafficking, pleaded not guilty in federal court.
Albany man found guilty on gun and drug charges
Albany, NY — Albany County District Attorney Lee Kindlon announced, 34-year-old Shamar Robinson has been found guilty of criminal possession of a weapon and criminal possession of cannabis following a trial on January 28. Robinson was arrested by Albany Police on March 6, 2024,...
