Crime
Underage Duo Crash Stolen SUV After Police Pursuit in Watervliet
Teens face charges including grand larceny and criminal possession of stolen property
Albany Traffic Cameras Catch Hundreds of Speeders Monthly
Despite high violation rates, collision data shows no measurable increase in traffic safety at monitored intersections.
Man Sentenced to Prison for Clown Mask Chainsaw Incident
Craig Wolcott of Albany received 1.5 to 4.5 years for menacing a neighbor with an electric chainsaw while wearing a clown mask.
Weather
Albany Hit by Widespread Power Outage
Authorities investigating cause as over 2,900 customers affected
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
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
Kids Receive Free Books from RED Bookshelf and Sunmark
Donation drive collects books to distribute to children in the Capital Region
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
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
