Police investigate possible gunshots outside an Albany McDonald’s
So far, there are no signs that anyone was hurt in the afternoon incident that drew police to Holland Avenue.
Man who burned dead dog sentenced to prison
The sentencing of Christopher Maxwell, 34, ends a disturbing case of animal abuse.
Woman reported missing out of Schenectady found safe
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The Schenectady Police Department is currently searching for a missing vulnerable adult. 48-year-old Ebony Daniel of Schenectady was reportedly last seen on November 5 in the area of Steinmetz Homes. Daniel is described to be about 5-feet 3-inches tall and 240 pounds. Authorities said...
Man who starved dog to death, lit it on fire headed to prison
The man who admitted to starving a pit bull to death and setting it on fire in an Albany parking lot was sentenced on Thursday to up to 4 years in prison. Christopher Maxwell kept the dog locked in a crate without food or water for several days at a home in Albany. Maxwell then left the area. Prosecutors said when...
Does Anyone Know Why a Helicopter Continually Flies Over the Southgates/Macgathans Area in Woodlawn?
In the Woodlawn neighborhood, specifically around the Southgates/Macgathans area, residents have been noticing a recurring presence of a helicopter. One local resident reported hearing the helicopter for the third time in a single day, sparking curiosity and speculation among the community.
Death penalty officially sought for Stowe man accused in double-homicide case
BURLINGTON, Vt. (ABC22/FOX44) – The death penalty is officially being sought for Theodore Bland, of Stowe, who is accused of killing two men back in 2023. Court documents allege that Bland shot and killed Jahim Solomon, 21, of Pittsfield, MA, and Eric White, 21, of Chicopee, MA on October 12, 2023. The pair was...
Large amounts of meth, fentanyl and cocaine found during Albany traffic stop
A man was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly having large quantities of methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine during an Albany traffic stop.
New York AG pushes to reverse naturalization cancellations
Naturalization ceremonies have been canceled in several New York counties, causing confusion and disappointment. New York Attorney General Letitia James is urging the federal government to reverse these cancellations, which affect counties like Schenectady and Washington. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration...
Albany man indicted on attempted murder in Taco Bell stabbing
An Albany man has been indicted for allegedly attacking two employees at the Taco Bell on Wolf Road. Ahmad Morton was arraigned in Albany County Court on Wednesday on two counts of attempted murder, robbery, attempted assault, assault, criminal possession of a weapon and two counts of burglary.
Menands Seventh Grader Leads Effort to Improve School Environment and Address Bullying
Makayla Levin, a seventh-grade student at Menands, took steps to address bullying after seeing new students being targeted earlier this year. Levin, who was once a new student herself, used skills from recent school training to respond to the issue. She organized an advisory circle in Mrs. Ervin’s class. In this...
