Weather
Albany Shelter Offers Warmth, Food, and Super Bowl Party During Freeze
Emergency shelter prepares for increased need as temperatures drop this weekend.
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.
Crime
Mother Demands Justice for Infant Daughter's Homicide
Investigation continues into the death of 1-year-old Baby Z, ruled a homicide by blunt force trauma
Law Enforcement Boosts Patrols, Checkpoints for Big Game Weekend
State troopers and local police aim to deter and arrest impaired drivers in New York.
NY Boosts Patrols, Checkpoints for Big Game Weekend
State troopers and local police aim to curb impaired driving and other reckless behaviors during the big event.
Politics
Albany Approves Massive East Side Housing Development
Annexation of 37 acres for 'East Albany Town Center' moves forward with little opposition.
Trump Signs Law to Secure WTC Health Program Funding
The new law guarantees full funding for the program that provides medical care for over 131,000 9/11 survivors and first responders.
India Walton to be Antonio Delgado's running mate in NY Democratic primary
The partnership would become the state's first all-Black governor and lieutenant governor ticket.
Lifestyle
AlterNet Welcomes New Writer Thomas Kika
Kika brings experience covering politics, business, and tech for national publications
Capital Region Animal Shelters Host Valentine's Day Fundraisers
From adoption clinics to pet photoshoots, local shelters offer ways to celebrate pets and support animals in need.
SUNY Campuses Receive Millions for Nursing Simulations
Funding will modernize training experiences for future healthcare workers
Business
Local Restaurants Struggle to Stay Afloat Amid Weather and Economic Challenges
Industry leaders discuss the pressures facing the restaurant sector in the Capital Region
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.
