Albany

A 48-year-old Albany man, A-Shawn Chapman, has admitted to robbing a convenience store. He pleaded guilty to robbery in the first degree.

Whitney M. Young Health is hosting a pop-up women's wellness screening event in Albany on July 14. The event aims to provide women's health screenings at a local health center.

Albany police collaborated with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on a narcotics investigation. Weapons were recovered, and arrests were made as part of the case.

An 18-year-old man was injured in a non-life-threatening shooting on Benson Street in Albany on Wednesday afternoon. Authorities responded around 3:05 p.m., and the police investigation is ongoing.

A fire at a vacant school building in Albany is under investigation. The Albany Fire Department responded to the old Sunshine School on Lincoln Park Road at 5:47 p.m. on Tuesday.

Albany's Office of Violence Prevention has launched a new plan following a weekend with seven violent incidents, including youth with guns, multiple shootings, a homicide, and a stabbing. Officials reported nearly 900 police calls but emphasized that crime remains down overall.

New York City faces a critical energy shortage with only five megawatts of backup power, exacerbated by the shutdown of the Indian Point nuclear plant, blocked gas pipelines, and failed offshore wind projects. The city bans residential battery storage, unlike other U.S. states, despite a proposed bill to update codes and address the crisis.

Two people were hospitalized after an early morning shooting in Albany, as reported by the Albany Police Department.

Albany Police are investigating a reported stabbing that occurred early Sunday morning.

A second arrest has been made in connection to a May shooting on First Street in the city of Albany. The shooting's victim has been charged in the incident.

The city pools in Albany are scheduled to open on the Fourth of July as summer begins. This marks the start of the pool season in the area.

A stabbing in Albany is under investigation, and QuickChek has opened its first Capital Region location. These are among the key updates highlighted in the five things to know for July 2.

A 7-year-old nephew of a small town mayor was tragically found dead near Albany. The incident occurred in a small town, though no further details about the circumstances were provided.

One person was injured after being hit in the head with a machete in Albany on Tuesday. The domestic incident occurred in the 400 block of First Street around 5:10 p.m.

A 23-year-old Albany man, Aaron Corey, faces charges for allegedly plotting to kill two FBI special agents, a federal prosecutor, and stealing evidence from the FBI. He self-identifies as a member of the group '764' and was arraigned on Tuesday.

New York State Police have identified the driver involved in a wrong-way car and ambulance crash on I-90 in Albany on Saturday.

A family-owned and operated bookstore in Albany will soon close its storefront doors. The closure marks the end of an era for the local business.

Three people were injured after a wrong-way car crash involving an ambulance occurred on I-90 Exit 6 in Albany, as reported by New York State Police.

New York's high electricity costs are straining businesses and consumers, but AI and data infrastructure can lower costs by managing grids more efficiently and promoting clean energy. Albany's moratorium on new data centers risks hindering these benefits, while AI is already being used by utilities like New York State Electric & Gas to improve grid reliability.

A cannabis care center, the Center of Excellence for Cannabis Care and Health Equity, has opened in Albany to support healthcare systems and clinicians as cannabis use becomes more common in New York state. The New York State Office of Cannabis Management announced the launch.

Thirteen individuals were indicted in a bank fraud conspiracy case based in Albany. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of New York announced the indictment.

An 18-year-old was charged with attempted murder in a shooting case in Albany. Albany Police announced an arrest following an investigation into the incident.

A motorcyclist died in a fatal crash on Route 9 in Albany. Police are investigating the incident that occurred on Wednesday night.

Miranda Devine argues that Bruce Blakeman offers a solution to the 'anti-American poison' coming from Albany and City Hall, urging voters to combat political apathy. She highlights apathy as a significant threat alongside the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) for both Democrats and Republicans.

A man was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash in Albany on Wednesday evening. The incident occurred at the intersection of Loudonville Road and Northern Boulevard, according to the Albany Police Department.

Nancy Lacore, a Navy Admiral and Albany native, won the Democratic nomination for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District on June 23 and will advance to the general election in November.

An Albany man was arraigned in Albany County Court on a 12-count indictment. He pleaded not guilty to the charges.

Two men from Ohio were arrested on felony weapon charges in Albany following a traffic stop. The arrests were reported by New York State Police.

A former Amsterdam High aide was arrested for allegedly having inappropriate conversations with a student. Two teens were injured after an alleged robbery in Albany. The stories are part of a sponsored news segment by the Lia Auto Group.

Two teens were injured following an alleged robbery on South Pearl Street in Albany, as reported by the Albany Police Department.

The Latest Storm Tracker Forecast from Meteorologist Allison Lancia predicts scattered afternoon and evening showers mainly north and east of Albany, with partly cloudy skies in between. Some areas may remain dry throughout the day.

NYC Democratic socialists are running their largest ever slate of endorsements to advance policies aimed at taxing the wealthy to fund social services. The effort is described as riding the 'Mamdani wave' to expand political influence in Albany.

The Albany Police Department is investigating a stabbing incident that occurred on Washington Avenue in Albany, which injured a woman. The incident took place early Thursday morning.

The county has reversed its position on a bus terminal plan for the former Albany South End McDonald's property on South Pearl Street. The property is now back on the market.

The article discusses Albany's slavery-reparations initiative being criticized as a farce, with lawmakers acknowledging its flaws but hoping the public will forget about it.

An Albany man was sentenced after pleading guilty to assault and criminal mischief. The charges stemmed from an incident involving property damage and an assault on an officer.

Last Vestige Music Shop, a record store in Albany, has been sold to a long-time patron and former employee after more than 36 years in operation. The change in ownership occurred on June 1.

Some school zone speed cameras in Albany will remain active through the summer, continuing enforcement even as the school year ends.

A man was stabbed at a bus stop in Albany, resulting in one person being hospitalized. An Albany man has been arrested in connection with the incident.

A new food pantry opened at the Center for Disability Services in Albany, aiming to provide food and create job opportunities for people with disabilities. The pantry is accessible to all but specifically designed to support individuals with disabilities.