Weather
Albany Ends Snow Emergency After Towing 302 Cars
City crews continue snow removal efforts as regular parking rules resume
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.
Albany Residents Struggle to Navigate Snow Emergency Parking Rules
Crews work around the clock to clear city streets, but some drivers face towing for not following parking restrictions.
Crime
Granville Couple Sentenced for $1.5M Contractor Fraud
John McClure and Sarah Chamber defrauded over a dozen homeowners in New York state.
Man Arrested in Child Abuse Case in Cairo
24-year-old charged with assault and endangering the welfare of a child
Albany Woman Charged in Bath & Body Works Theft
Jazmina D. Cintron accused of stealing over $3,000 in merchandise
Lifestyle
Trading Cards Help Neurodivergent Youth Build Community Connections
New initiative at Albany's Bring on the Spectrum Community Space uses manga-style trading cards to foster interaction and learning.
New York State Museum Unveils $150M Renovation Plans
Expanded exhibitions, new Kid Zone, and cafe reopening mark first phase of overhaul.
New York Sees Steady Outmigration as Residents Seek Lower Costs, Warmer Climates
Census data shows over 415,000 people left New York in 2024, with Florida and Texas as top destinations.
Politics
Utica's Mike Gentile Announces Candidacy for NYS Assembly
Longtime public servant to focus on affordability and community engagement in run for open 119th district seat
Rep. Tonko Calls for Abolishing ICE Amid Concerns Over Shootings, Economic Damage
Congressman cites loss of public trust and violation of constitutional rights in push to dismantle immigration agency
New York Inspector General Warns of Threats to Independence as Office Marks 40 Years
State IG Lucy Lang commemorates four decades of the office's existence while cautioning about the loss of independence of federal inspectors general.
Business
Trump Nominates Former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as Next Chair
Warsh faces uncertain path to confirmation amid Republican opposition
Francesca's Closing All Stores Nationwide, Including at Crossgates
Women's clothing retailer liquidating inventory and shutting down operations after over 25 years in business.
New York State Builders Association Announces 2026 Empire Building Awards
Pella Windows to present the state's premier recognition program for residential construction, design, and industry leadership.
