Albany County’s kratom ban sparks debate over health risks, access to pain relief
Kratom, the leaves of a tropical evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia, has become a growing topic of concern across New York, and some counties are now taking action against it independent of state law. Albany County banned the substance, citing an overdose death this year in which kratom was...
Rensselaer 15-year-old charged with attempted murder in shooting of Albany woman
Albany Police said a 15-year-old boy is charged after a woman was shot in the stomach in Albany. According to police, officers responded around 5:40 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, near First Street and Judson Street for reports of a shooting. Police said they found a 20-year-old woman with a gunshot wound to her abdomen.
Rensselaer could become latest New York county to ban kratom
Rensselaer County could follow several other upstate counties and ban kratom, a drug commonly sold at gas stations, bodegas and smoke shops.
Albany County temporary kratom ban goes into effect
Police are starting to enforce a ban on kratom products in Albany County Tuesday. Individuals and businesses selling kratom products in the county will face an initial fine of $1,000 and a maximum fine of up to $2,000 per violation. The ban must be renewed by the county health department...
Former teacher takes over Schenectady coffee shop
A Schenectady coffee shop has a new owner after a longtime employee took over the business from its founders.
AG James Announce Lawsuit Against a County Sheriff
NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James and Governor Kathy Hochul Thursday announced a lawsuit against the Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Office for failing to comply with New York’s Local Cops, Local Crimes Act (LCLCA), which requires local law enforcement agencies to dissolve all agreements under Section 287(
Albany gets $400M revitalization: 10 downtown projects funded
Gov. Kathy Hochul said New York is awarding more than $18.6 million to 10 downtown Albany projects as part of a broader push to add housing and remake key public spaces. The governor’s office said the funding is part of the $400 million Championing Albany’s Potential initiative. The 10 projects are expected to leverag
Berlin CSD: Woman charged with records tampering fired in 2025
Berlin CSD fired Erin Crimmel in June 2025 after she allegedly made unauthorized changes to the district’s Student Management System records.
Voorheesville still pushing against Norfolk Southern over East Edge trains
The village has continued to pressure Norfolk Southern to keep its new, heavier and longer trains from stopping at crossings in the village.
17 Animals Removed, Home Condemned After Disturbing Saratoga County Case
A complaint to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office led to two arrests and 17 animals being placed in the care of others.
