Weather
Washington Co. Officials Urge Fire Safety Amid Recent Blazes
Extreme cold weather blamed for nearly a dozen fires in the past two weeks
Extreme Cold Warning Issued for Capital Region
Dangerously low temperatures and wind chills expected, prompting shelters to expand capacity
Albany Shelter Offers Warmth, Food, and Super Bowl Party During Freeze
Emergency shelter prepares for increased need as temperatures drop this weekend.
Business
Local Restaurants Honored as Top Performers
New York State Restaurant Association recognizes standout eateries and caterers
Downtown Albany Deli Owner Fears Closure Trend
Concerns raised after recent shutdowns of two well-known local delis
Local Restaurants Struggle to Stay Afloat Amid Weather and Economic Challenges
Industry leaders discuss the pressures facing the restaurant sector in the Capital Region
Lifestyle
Stewart's Shops Customers Score Big Lottery Wins in 2025
Convenience store chain announces hundreds of customers won over $18 million in total prizes.
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.
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.
Sports
NCAA Women's Lacrosse: Albany Great Danes Aim to Build on Recent Success
Head coach Katie Thomson looks to lead the team to another strong season after winning the America East title and making the NCAA Tournament in 2025.
UMass Lowell defeats Albany 89-79
Victor Okojie's double-double leads the River Hawks to victory
UAlbany Loses to UMass Lowell, Sinking Closer to Basement
Great Danes fall to 2-9 in America East, one game ahead of last-place River Hawks
