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The Hochul administration introduced a rare concurrent resolution that would amend the “forever wild” clause of the state constitution, which protects the Adirondack and Catskill forest preserves.

A music legend has announced two farewell concerts in Upstate New York. Barry Manilow added seven shows to his 2026 tour dates on Friday, including three stops in New York. The iconic singer says he’ll make his “final” appearances April 13 at UBS Arena in Belmont Park, April 20 at MVP Arena in Albany, and April 22 at...

A former MMA fighter pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in connection with the death of his 5-year-old daughter. On Friday, January 23, Robert Buskey Jr. admitted in court that he acted with "depraved indifference to human life" and engaged in reckless behavior that caused his child's death, according to Daily...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Albany, New York – A significant, long-duration winter storm is expected to impact the Capital Region and eastern New York beginning Sunday, bringing heavy snow, dangerous travel conditions, and prolonged...

WRGB- National Passenger Safety Week is underway, urging passengers to take an active role in reducing vehicle crashes by speaking up when they feel unsafe. The initiative, launched by the National Road Safety Foundation in partnership with the nonprofit "We Save Lives," aims to remind passengers of their critical...

GREEN ISLAND, NY (WRGB) — The Village of Green Island officials are alerting residents about a potential solicitation scam. Officials have recieved multiple reports of individuals going door-to-door claiming to be representatives who can help reduce your National Grid bill. Legitimate solicitors must have Green...

TROY, N.Y. (WRGB) -- Leading up to this snowstorm, shelters and warming stations have been preparing for the potential increase in people entering their doors. For Joseph’s House, a 24-hour shelter in Troy, the weather conditions have not changed their workflow. Executive Director Amy LaFountain says for five...

Francesca's, located inside of Crossgates Mall, announced that it will be closing all locations nationwide.

HALFMOON, N.Y. (WRGB CBS6) — The family of a Valvoline employee killed while on the job in Halfmoon earlier this month feels the deadly incident may have been preventable, raising questions about workplace safety procedures. Sikander Samuel, 50, of Schenectady, died on January 12th after he was p. “This...

A monthlong deep dive into New York’s next state budget starts next week, giving lawmakers and the public a chance to scrutinize spending plans that could shape the state’s future. Public hearings on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed 2026–2027 state budget begin Tuesday, January 27, in Albany. The hearings will run...