5 Things to Know This Thursday, January 29

A child was airlifted to the hospital, crews continue work on Mayfield water leak, and more news updates.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 5:31am

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A roundup of the top 5 news stories for Thursday, January 29, including a child being airlifted to the hospital, crews working to fix a water leak in Mayfield, Amtrak restoring full daily service between the Capital Region and New York City, the Ballston Spa mayor taking a leave of absence, and the distribution of potable water to Mayfield residents.

Why it matters

These stories cover a range of important local news events happening in the Albany, New York area, from public safety incidents to infrastructure updates and local government changes, providing readers with a comprehensive overview of the key happenings in their community.

The details

The key details include: a child being airlifted to the hospital in Cairo, Greene County after an incident involving a police officer; crews continuing to work on a water leak in Mayfield that has left hundreds of residents without running water; Amtrak restoring full daily service between the Capital Region and New York City ahead of schedule; Ballston Spa Mayor Frank Rossi announcing he will be taking a leave of absence; and the mayor of Mayfield announcing a plan to distribute potable water to residents in need.

  • On Wednesday night, a child was airlifted to the hospital in Cairo.
  • On Tuesday, crews found a water leak in the foundation of the pump house in Mayfield.
  • In early March, Amtrak will restore full daily service between the Capital Region and New York City.
  • On Monday, Ballston Spa Mayor Frank Rossi announced he will be taking a leave of absence.
  • On Wednesday night and Thursday, potable water will be distributed to Mayfield residents at Village Hall.

The players

Greene County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency investigating the incident involving the child who was airlifted to the hospital in Cairo.

Adams Police Officer

The officer who first responded to the scene involving the child and fired his weapon, though the bullet did not strike anyone.

Governor Kathy Hochul

The governor who announced that Amtrak will restore full daily service between the Capital Region and New York City ahead of schedule.

Frank Rossi

The mayor of Ballston Spa who announced he will be taking a leave of absence from his day-to-day duties.

Emory Chase

The mayor of Mayfield who announced a plan to distribute potable water to residents in need.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.