I-90 traffic stop leads to felony drug charges for Albany duo
EAST GREENBUSH, N.Y. (WRGB) — A traffic stop on I-90 in East Greenbush leads to felony drug charges for two people. State Police say Brittany Alescio, 33, and Starr Myers, 29, of Albany were stopped just before 11 p.m. Saturday for a vehicle and traffic law violation. State Police...
Stuyvesant Plaza store closing after 41 years
Silver Parrot, a boutique store selling jewelry, clothing and accessories, is closing after 41 years in Stuyvesant Plaza. Owner Clint Hegeman made the announcement on the store's Facebook page on Monday.
NY lawmakers to take up ‘no taxes on tips’ proposal
ALBANY, N.Y. — Lawmakers are set to return to Albany on Wednesday for the start of the 2026 legislative session. One key issue on the agenda is the proposal of “no taxes on tips.” Last week, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced her support for exempting state taxes on tips up to $25,000, aligning with a similar […]
NYC teachers push for pension reform ahead of Albany rally
Thousands of teachers across New York are participating in a statewide campaign demanding pension reform for educators hired after 2012.
One pit bull found dead, four rescued, man faces animal cruelty charges
Greenfield, NY (WRGB) — The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Greenfield man following an investigation into an animal cruelty complaint, according to authorities. The complaint was received on December 24, 2025, and stemmed from an incident that reportedly occurred on South Greenfield Road in...
E-Bike Rider Killed In Overnight Crash In Albany
A 46-year-old man riding an electric bike died following a crash at a busy Albany intersection. Officers were called around 1:10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 4, to the intersection of Clinton Avenue and Ten Broeck Street for reports of a serious injury collision, according to Albany police. When officers arrive…
Suspect in Watervliet stabbing caught hiding in bushes, police say
Watervliet, NY (WRGB) — The Watervliet Police Department announced the arrest of 56-year-old Alex Ramon Calo-Diaz in connection with a stabbing. Police say Calo-Diaz was arrested following a stabbing that took place just before midnight on January 2, 2025, at a residence near 8th Street and 4th Avenue in Watervliet.
State Police: Man dies after striking stopped tractor-trailer on Thruway in Albany
A 46-year-old Massachusetts man and his dog were killed after the man’s SUV struck a stopped tractor-trailer on the state Thruway in Albany, State Police said.
Four Arrested In Morning Burglary At Albany Business
Officers responded around 8:40 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 6, to a report of a burglary in progress at Mr. Convenient, located at 82 Ontario Street, according to Albany Police. Two suspects were taken into custody at the scene after being observed in possession of items stolen from the store, police said.
2025 Was a Record Year For Albany International Airport
It was a major year for Albany International Airport in 2025 as they broke a 20 year record for passengers passing through their doors.
