Crime
Albany PD Tackles Youth Violence with Anti-Violence Coordinator
Shaquana Kakumba works to prevent gun crimes through community-based initiatives
Schenectady Man Indicted for Fentanyl, Cocaine Distribution Causing Death
Kristoffer Jackson faces 20 years to life in prison for overdose fatality
Capital Region Spa Operator Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering
41-year-old Ming Xia admitted to running prostitution enterprise and laundering over $2 million in proceeds
Weather
New York Bans Brush Burning Starting March 16
DEC reminds residents of annual spring fire risk and need for caution
Evening Briefing in Capital Region and HV: March 9
Wrap-up of the day's top stories and a look ahead to tomorrow's weather
Albany Fire Displaces 8, Red Cross Provides Emergency Aid
Blaze at 20 Central Avenue leaves families in need of shelter, food, and clothing
Lifestyle
Capital Region Students Compete in History Competition Ahead of National Contest
Middle and high schoolers present projects on 'Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History' theme
Greenville Superintendent Named NYSED Deputy Commissioner
Michael Bennett to take on statewide role overseeing P-12 operations
Where to Park for Albany St. Patrick's Day Parades
The city of Albany will be packed with green on Saturday as two parades make their way through the streets.
Automotive
NYC's Wealthiest 'Super Speeders' Rack Up $10M in Speed Camera Fines
Analysis finds luxury car owners account for 40% of the city's worst speeders, with one driver owing nearly $100,000 in penalties.
New York Drivers Face Tougher Penalties Under DMV's Updated Point System
The state's new rules go into effect on Monday, with harsher punishments for offenses like DUI and cell phone use while driving.
New York Drivers Face Stricter License Penalties
Alcohol and drug violations now carry points, increasing risk of suspension
Science
Capital Region Witnesses Rare Total Lunar Eclipse
Photos capture the region's glimpse of the first and only total lunar eclipse of 2026.
UAlbany Unveils Laser Method for mRNA Drug Testing
Researchers develop a non-destructive technique to analyze mRNA encapsulation in lipid nanoparticles.
Government Reveals Plans for New NETL Facility in Albany
The National Energy Technology Laboratory is constructing a state-of-the-art Advanced Alloy Signature Center at its Albany research site.
