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Albany News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Albany News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Albany—from local news and government to business, culture, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city and keeping communities connected worldwide. Albany News Today is your…
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Man Pinned Under Tractor at School | Albany News
A 33-year-old man was seriously injured after being pinned under a tractor at Gloversville Middle School. He was airlifted to Albany Medical Center from Nathan…
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Prosecutor Accuses AG Office of Political Targeting | Albany News
A prosecutor in New York’s AG office allegedly leaked an email claiming his boss ordered him to target Trump, Truth Social, and Hewlett Packard—without legal…
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Wilson Wins First Race in Horse Racing | Albany News
Russell Wilson just won his first horse race — and it was a statement win. On Travers Day at Saratoga, his debut horse, Club Reign, crushed the field by six…
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Travers Stakes Preview with Golden Tempo | Albany News
Golden Tempo heads into the historic Travers Stakes as the favorite, with jockey Jose Ortiz chasing his first Travers win and a potential single-season…
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Stop Autism Wandering Together | Albany News
Don’t let autism wandering put your loved one at risk—join Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara for a free, vital community event on Monday, August 31st at 6:30 PM…
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Tragic Two-Car Crash in Middleburgh | Albany News
Tragedy struck on Route 30 near Bouck Road in Middleburgh, NY, when a two-car crash claimed one life and left another critically injured. Emergency crews…
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The Picnic Table Race for Travers Stakes | Albany News
For decades, fans have turned securing a picnic table at the Travers Stakes into a ritual as fierce as the race itself—showing up before dawn, claiming prime…
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Four Men Sue Over Jail Beatings | Albany News
Four men are suing Albany County and Sheriff Craig Apple after claiming they were brutally beaten by correction officers last year, suffering broken facial…
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Gas Prices Soar as Global Tensions Persist | Albany News
Six months after the U.S., Israel, and Iran conflict erupted, New Yorkers are still paying the price—at the pump and in their heating bills. Gas prices surged…
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Cities Push Tax Caps Amid Rising Costs | Albany News
New York cities are bracing for a tax crunch as nearly half plan to exceed the 2 percent property tax cap by 2026, driven by soaring expenses and fading…
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Trump Renames Lake Ontario to Lake America | Albany News
President Trump’s surprise executive order renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America has sparked a heated political debate across New York, pitting GOP lawmakers…
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New York’s Cost Crisis Hits Hard | Albany News
New Yorkers brace for a brutal cost-of-living surge—$5,000 more by July next year than the national average of $3,800 since Trump took office. That’s a 10% hit…
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Border Tensions Hit New York’s Canadian Tourism | Albany News
Border towns in New York are reeling from a sharp drop in Canadian visitors, with travel down 21% and spending plummeting 26%—a $500 million hit. Local…
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Controllers Left Early Before Crash | Albany News
Two air traffic controllers at LaGuardia walked off the job an hour before a deadly crash—leaving just two to handle a chaotic runway full of emergency…
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Esperance Demands FEMA Repayment | Albany News
Fifteen years after Tropical Storm Irene devastated Esperance, New York, the town is being forced to repay nearly $62,000 in FEMA funds meant for recovery — a…
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Irene’s Lasting Mark on Schoharie | Albany News
Fifteen years after Tropical Storm Irene obliterated the historic Blenheim Bridge and flooded homes across New York, residents like Mary McGlynn still remember…
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Two Tornadoes Hit Wilton | Albany News
Two tornadoes slammed into Wilton Thursday night — one EF1, one EF0 — leaving behind a trail of downed trees and power lines as crews raced to clean up. This…
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Tornadoes Ravage Wilton and Gansevoort | Albany News
A powerful EF-one tornado slammed into Wilton on Thursday, August 28th, shredding trees and homes along Sheffield Road—where residents described a…
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Montgomery’s 41-Year Travers Poster Tradition | Albany News
For forty-one years, artist Montgomery has turned every Travers Stakes into iconic art — from thunderstorm finishes to fan tributes — capturing Saratoga’s soul…
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Hurricane Irene’s Lasting Flood Impact | Albany News
Hurricane Irene in 2011 unleashed catastrophic flooding, especially along Schoharie Creek, with record water levels and over a foot of rain in some areas…
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Tragic Two-Car Crash in Middleburgh | Albany News
Tragedy struck near Middleburgh as a two-car crash on State Route 30 and Bouck Road claimed one life Thursday night—emergency crews from multiple agencies…
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Dolly Parton Signs Hit NY Highways | Albany News
New York State turned up the charm on the highway with Dolly Parton-themed traffic signs—“Jolene, Jolene, Jolene... Don’t speed” and “I will always love safe…
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Irene’s Deadly Rain Over the Catskills | Albany News
Tropical Storm Irene, once a Category 3 hurricane, slammed into the Northeast with devastating force—delivering record rainfall, especially in the Catskills…
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Tire Iron Attacks on New York Roads | Albany News
A 33-year-old woman in Albany went on a terrifying rampage Friday morning, pulling over her car five times on major highways and swinging a tire iron at…
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Prattsville’s Storm Legacy and Resilience | Albany News
Fifteen years after Tropical Storm Irene, Prattsville still bears the scars of a disaster that turned homes into makeshift boats and businesses into relics of…
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Later Starts for Teens | Albany News
New York school districts are rolling out later high school start times, backed by years of science showing teens need more sleep — and that even a small shift…
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Rotterdam VA Clinic Closing for Good | Albany News
VA outpatient clinic in Rotterdam is closing for good this Friday, leaving over 1,600 veterans without local care — a move fueled by federal budget cuts and…
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Bakery Break-In Caught on Camera | Albany News
Bakery Break-In Caught on Camera | Albany News
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Trump’s Immunity Bid Rejected Again | Albany News
Trump’s latest bid to overturn his hush money conviction in federal court was rejected again, with Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein calling his arguments repetitive…
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Tornado Touches Down in Wilton | Albany News
A confirmed tornado touched down in Wilton on Thursday, August 27th, during a major storm system that rocked the Capital Region. The National Weather Service…
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Fatal Crash in Woodridge Leaves Community Heartbroken | Albany News
A fatal crash in Woodridge has rocked the community: Carlos Gutierrez, charged with leaving the scene, allegedly struck elderly pedestrian Ronald Kates — a…
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Bakery Break-In With a Cigar Left Behind | Albany News
A bakery in Clifton Park got a wild break-in Wednesday night when a suspect smashed through the front window, grabbed a cake and cookies, then bizarrely left…
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Tornado Suspected in Saratoga County | Albany News
Tornado suspected in Saratoga County after massive storm damage—downed trees blocked I-87, neighborhoods in Wilton hit hardest around 6:30 PM under warning…
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Haudenosaunee Village Renamed with Pride | Albany News
The New York State Fair’s iconic cultural village has officially rebranded as the Haudenosaunee Village, honoring its true heritage with a name meaning “people…
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New York’s EV Mandate Crisis | Albany News
New York car buyers are stuck in a regulatory maze as popular models like the Ford Escape vanish from dealerships—thanks to emissions rules that manufacturers…
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Cannabis Revenue Funds Youth Leadership | Albany News
The State Office of Cannabis Management is reinvesting cannabis tax revenue into communities hardest hit by past policies, funding 50 grants across 24…
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Economy and Ideals Battle in General Election | Albany News
The general election is heating up as both parties sharpen their messages after primaries: Republicans blame Biden for soaring gas prices and hammer Democrats…
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Lake America? Political Move Sparks Pushback | Albany News
Former president sparks controversy by attempting to rename Lake Ontario to “Lake America,” sparking backlash from New York officials who call it absurd and…
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Tornado Warning Hits Saratoga County | Albany News
Tornado warning turned real as violent storms slam Saratoga County—power out for 5K+, trees and lines down, especially in Wilton. NWS is on the ground checking…
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NYC’s $1.2B Childcare Boost | Albany News
New York is pouring $1.2 billion into childcare to help 170,000 families—up from just 70,000 in 2021—after last year’s funding ran out by November, forcing…
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Judge Blocks Trump’s Mail Ballot Rule | Albany News
A federal judge has temporarily halted President Trump’s latest mail-in voting crackdown, blocking a new Postal Service rule that would’ve forced states to…
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Hochul vs Blakeman on Trade and Immigration | Albany News
New York’s governor race is boiling over as Hochul and Blakeman clash on tariffs, immigration, and crime — with national politics pulling the strings. Hochul…
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Storm Hits Capital Region Hard | Albany News
A major storm slammed into the Capital Region Thursday night, bringing heavy rain, damaging winds, and tornado warnings for Saratoga and Washington counties…
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Data Center Push Meets Local Resistance | Albany News
A controversial data center project by DataBank is moving forward just north of New York City, dodging a state moratorium by staying under the 50-megawatt…
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USPS Mail Ballot Rule Sparks Legal Battle | Albany News
New York is suing the USPS over a last-minute federal rule that could invalidate mail-in ballots—requiring states to provide voter lists and approve ballot…
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Senator Pushes for Data Center Pause | Albany News
State Senator Kristen Gonzalez is pushing hard to stop the flood of massive data centers in New York, arguing that Governor Hochul’s one-year pause isn’t…
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Grape Crisis at New York State Fair | Albany News
New York’s grape growers are in crisis as canceled contracts leave them without buyers ahead of harvest, threatening livelihoods and farm incomes. Senator…
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Nepal Floods Shake Upstate Hearts | Albany News
Nepal’s border region is reeling from catastrophic floods triggered by a glacier collapse, with waters rising several stories high and swallowing homes…
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Three Inmates Indicted for Assaulting Officers | Albany News
Three inmates at Green Haven Correctional Facility face serious charges after separate violent attacks on correction officers over six months — a move…
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SUNY Pushes Civic Skills and Mail Voting | Albany News
SUNY is launching a new civic discourse course for all freshmen this fall, aiming to turn students into lifelong, engaged voters. As voting rights heat up—with…
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Parenting Classes for Juvenile Offenders on Hold | Albany News
A controversial Albany County bill aiming to hold parents accountable for their kids’ crimes—by mandating parenting classes or community service if minors…
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Best Friends Turned Foe in Vermont Shooting | Albany News
A best friend turned shooter: In Bennington, Vermont, Ryan Magoon, 34, was critically injured in a shooting by his longtime friend Griford Saupin, 49—leaving…
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Burlington Opens New Queensbury Store | Albany News
Burlington’s new Queensbury Plaza store drops Friday with massive deals up to 60% off, featuring everything from fashion and sneakers to beauty, home decor…
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Bakery Break-In Sparks Investigation | Albany News
A smash-and-grab robbery hit Dolce and Biscotti, a beloved Halfmoon bakery, when an intruder shattered the front window, grabbed pastries and $490 from the…
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Radioactive Material in Western New York | Albany News
Radioactive material has turned up in yards and homes across western New York, sparking alarm and calls for Governor Hochul to personally confront the crisis…
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Water Chestnuts Take Over Oneida Lake | Albany News
Invasive water chestnuts are choking Oneida Lake, growing up to 15 feet and blocking sunlight while damaging gear with their sharp nuts. With a $921K federal…
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Focused Patrol Unit Makes Impact | Albany News
Schenectady cops made a dramatic arrest after a high-speed chase, nabbing 45-year-old Isaac Holmes who fled when officers approached—only to be found with…
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Trump Renames Lake Ontario to Lake America | Albany News
President Trump just renamed Lake Ontario to “Lake America” in a bold executive move, escalating trade tensions with Canada. The order updates U.S. geographic…
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Hidden Camera Sparks Ulster County Probe | Albany News
A hidden camera belonging to Ulster County Comptroller March Gallagher was found secretly pointed at the front door of the UCAT transit building, allegedly…
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Former Teacher Accused of Tampering Student Records | Albany News
A former Berlin Central School employee, Erin Crimmell, faces serious charges after allegedly tampering with student records — including unauthorized…