School begins at Albany’s first co-ed charter school
It's the start of a new school year for many districts across the Capital Region, and one school, KIPP Capital High School has opened its doors for the first time ever.
New Shenendehowa interim superintendent charged with enforcing cellphone ban
CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. – For the first time in 20 years, the Capital Region’s biggest school district has a new superintendent. Cecily Wilson-Turner is starting in her first school year as interim superintendent of the Shenendehowa Central School District. “It's an honor to take the reins and step...
Walworld International Supermarket opens in former Colonie Price Chopper
The huge new Walworld International Supermarket has opened in a former Colonie Price Chopper, offering South Asian, Middle Eastern and Afro-Caribbean products as it grows into the space.
Man Hospitalized After Black Bear Attack in Upstate New York
A 63-year-old man was reportedly attacked by a black bear while he was entering his home in Cairo, New York.
Saratoga street performer gets no camping violations
Saratoga Springs City leaders passed an ordinance earlier this summer that banned anyone from sleeping, lying or camping on most public property. A number of people spoke against the ban during public hearings, saying homeless people were being targeted instead of being helped. A man who's already been ticketed for...
Fleet of 75 scooters coming to Albany for CDTA ‘Scootember’
Albany community members can catch a ride through the city with the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) scooters throughout September.
Law enforcement investigates shots-fired in Troy
The Troy Police Department is investigating a shots-fired incident near 103rd Street and 5th Avenue.
Cairo man hospitalized after black bear attack
A black bear reportedly attacked a man in Cairo Saturday night, according to the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). The 63-year-old man was reportedly attacked when entering a part of his home.
NY state proposes new rule that could make parole easier for juvenile offenders
Jermayne Timmons was 15 years old when he fired a gun at a group of rival teens in Albany. The bullet missed the teens but fatally struck 10-year-old Kathina Thomas as she played outside her nearby home. Timmons was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for the 2008...
Amsterdam man charged in domestic dispute with machete
An Amsterdam man is accused of chasing a woman down Glen Avenue with a machete on August 29.