Albany man accused of killing sister arraigned
The Albany man accused of killing his sister was arraigned Friday morning on an indictment. Police said Alphonso Lester, 60, struck 61-year-old Angela Helms in the head and face with a blunt object. It happened on Oct. 15 at 427 Hudson Ave. Lester left the scene and went to his home at 173 Western Ave, where there...
Albany Art Room opens store featuring work by local artists
From pottery to tote bags, the shop on New Scotland Avenue showcases the work of 30 artists.
Business Roundup: Trader Joe’s nears opening, floating sauna lifted onto Saratoga Lake
Here's what's new on the Capital Region business scene.
Hearing Sought in Albany as License Plate Fraud Cases Rise
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. A New York State lawmaker wants legislative hearings in Albany to discuss a rise in license plate fraud. Drivers have reported getting tolls and violations on plates they no longer own. Some say surrendered plates have been used for illegal activities.
Cheapest gas stations in Albany
Anyone who drives a car understands the sting of having to fill up their tank and pulling into the gas station, only to discover that gas prices have skyrocketed. Paying extra for gas means you have less to spend on other things, which, over time, can really put a crimp in your budget.
Local Residents Welcomed Among 238 New State Troopers Graduating in Albany
On October 24, 2025, Governor Kathy Hochul and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James attended the graduation ceremony for 238 new State Troopers. The event took place at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany. It marked the end of the 217th session of the New York State Police Basic School....
New York State Police Joint Search for Missing College Student
The NYSP have joined the massive search effort for a missing Vermont College student last seen Friday night
Twiller Street neighbors react after deadly fire labeled suspicious
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB CBS6) — Neighbors on Twiller Street in Albany say the grief and disbelief they’ve felt since the deadly fire earlier this month have now been replaced with by uneasy vindication. On October 6th, five people including three young children were killed when a fire tore...
Cows Killed in Crash on Upstate New York Road
An early morning accident in Upstate New York has killed four cows.
Albany Jail Inmate Caught With Razor, Drugs Hidden Inside
Corrections officers at the Albany County Jail found razors and drugs hidden inside an inmate’s body, according to sheriff’s officials. Officers seized two razors and marijuana, despite efforts to conceal the items inside the inmate’s body, Sheriff Craig Apple said. Photos shared with the post showed the...
