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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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Bertone Convicted in Aggravated Family Offense | Albany News
Michael Bertone just got a guilty verdict on all three felony counts of aggravated family offense after ignoring an order of protection and harassing his…
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SUV Crashes Into Stewart's Shop | Albany News
An SUV crashed into a Stewart’s Shop in Troy, leaving everyone unharmed but raising questions about what caused the bizarre incident. Police are investigating…
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Albany Fuel Pump Explosion Injures Two Workers | Albany News
A fuel pump explosion at Albany’s Department of General Services building sent two city workers to the hospital with burns—one a 62-year-old firefighter…
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Gas Pump Explosion Sparks Safety Probe | Albany News
A gas pump explosion sent a DGS supervisor and a fire chief to the hospital with serious injuries, sparking urgent safety concerns. A union is demanding…
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Robert Gadway Arrested After Assault in Hudson | Albany News
A 41-year-old man named Robert Gadway sparked chaos in Hudson after a heated confrontation at a private residence that turned violent—multiple hits, a…
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New York’s Mental First Aid Initiative | Albany News
New York State is launching a bold new mental health initiative designed to equip residents with emotional resilience tools before crises hit—turning mental…
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NYFF 2024 Lineup Revealed | Albany News
NYFF 64 drops a powerhouse lineup with 32 films, headlined by James Gray’s “Paper Tiger,” Tony Gilroy’s world premiere “Behemoth!” starring Pedro Pascal, and…
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Gene-Edited Hypoallergenic Beagles | Albany News
Scientists have just created the world’s first hypoallergenic beagles using Nobel-winning CRISPR gene editing, allowing allergy sufferers like geneticist Matt…
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Grandmother Planned Children's Murder | Albany News
Four young kids brutally murdered in a chillingly planned attack—details reveal the grandmother and mother coordinated for days, stockpiled drugs, researched…
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Airway Meadows Golf Deal Alert | Albany News
Golf lovers in upstate New York, check out Airway Meadows Golf Club’s hot new deal: just $39 per player for a full 18 holes with cart on Wednesdays. Nestled on…
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New York Joins MAID Movement | Albany News
New York just became the 13th state to legalize Medical Aid in Dying, going into effect this Wednesday — letting terminally ill adults with six months or less…
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Democrats Target 58 Republican Seats | Albany News
House Democrats are boldly expanding their election targets, now eyeing 58 Republican seats—including traditionally safe districts Trump won by double…
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States Sue Over Trump Admin Data Rule | Albany News
Over 20 states and D.C. are suing the Trump administration over a new rule that would grant federal agencies sweeping access to personal data—including…
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States Sue Over Trump Tariffs | Albany News
Twenty-five states are launching a major legal challenge against the Trump administration’s new tariffs, arguing they’re a sneaky way to bypass a Supreme Court…
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Moriah Shock Prison Decommissioned | Albany News
The Moriah Shock prison, once a unique conservation-focused facility where inmates helped build trails and even the Ice Palace, is being permanently shut down…
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Shots Fired in Pittsfield Night | Albany News
Late Tuesday night in Pittsfield, MA, gunfire erupted near Onota and Walnut streets, leaving two people injured and sparking a major investigation marked by…
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Storm Aftermath: Roads Still Closed | Albany News
Still reeling from last week’s storm, roads in Columbia County remain shut down—especially Route 9J and Route 66—with no clear reopening date. Residents face…
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Republican Stronghold in Jeopardy | Albany News
A traditionally Republican stronghold in New York’s 21st District is suddenly wide open as Anthony Constantino faces off against Democrat Blake Gendebien. The…
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Disabled Veterans Left Out of Home Grants | Albany News
America’s 250th anniversary spotlighted veterans—but a damning audit reveals nearly two-thirds of funds meant to retrofit homes for disabled vets went unused…
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Schumer Warns Against Head Start Overhaul | Albany News
Senator Chuck Schumer is rallying his Senate colleagues to defend Head Start, warning that proposed changes could dismantle its quality standards by shifting…
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AI Giants Agree to Voluntary Safety Pact | Albany News
Big AI players like OpenAI and Google have quietly agreed to a new voluntary framework with the U.S. government to regulate cutting-edge “frontier models,”…
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Flood Insurance You Didn’t Know You Needed | Albany News
Flash floods in the Capital Region and Hudson Valley exposed a shocking insurance gap: most homeowners weren’t covered for flood damage. Standard policies…
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Albany Gas Pump Explosion Injures Two Workers | Albany News
Albany Gas Pump Explosion Injures Two Workers | Albany News
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Preparing for the Worst at Martin Dunham Dam | Albany News
The Martin Dunham Dam has rolled out a new Emergency Action Plan to prepare for the unlikely but critical scenario of a dam failure, outlining how agencies…
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From Broadway to Vintage Ralph Lauren | Albany News
Laird Mackintosh, a former Broadway actor turned vintage Ralph Lauren guru, launched Thoroughbred New York in Kingston, NY — the U.S.’s only store dedicated…
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Emily’s New Life After Kidney Transplant | Albany News
Emily DeVito’s life is turning a corner after a life-saving kidney transplant—just weeks post-surgery, she’s buzzing with energy, free from the crushing…
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Mother and Grandmother Poisoned Four Kids | Albany News
Four children were murdered by their mothers, Sarah Myers and Amy Steadman, in a chilling plot to keep them from an abusive father — but the plan went horribly…
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Joycelynn's Law Tightens Child Abuse Sentences | Albany News
A new bill in New York, named Joycelynn’s Law, seeks to dramatically increase prison sentences for child abuse and neglect that result in death—raising the…
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Grandmother and Daughter Killed Four Children | Albany News
A grandmother and her daughter plotted and executed the murders of four children—aged 13, 11, and two 10-year-olds—before taking their own lives in a chilling…
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National Night Out Builds Trust | Albany News
This year’s National Night Out on August 4th is all about turning the badge into a bridge—not for arrests, but for real conversations. It’s a nationwide…
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AI Speeds Stroke Diagnosis in Hospitals | Albany News
AI is revolutionizing stroke care by slashing diagnosis time from 45 minutes to mere minutes with tools like RapidAI, which flags urgent cases for doctors—but…
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Volunteer Firefighters Battle Historic Floods | Albany News
Bethlehem braced for disaster as torrential rain dumped over ten inches in just 24 hours, overwhelming volunteer fire crews who battled flooded basements and…
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Mother and Grandmother Plotted Children's Deaths | Albany News
A mother and grandmother in Mechanicville plotted to murder four young children before taking their own lives, according to police. The victims—Harper, Hudson…
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Kratom’s Dangerous New Wave | Albany News
Kratom’s gone mainstream—now it’s popping up in gas stations, marketed as a miracle cure for pain and energy, but science is sounding the alarm. New…
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New York’s Immigration Law Wins, Mask Ban Paused | Albany News
A federal judge sides with New York on its ban stopping local police from partnering with ICE under 287(g) agreements, but blocks a separate law forcing…
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Tow Truck Brotherhood in Action | Albany News
When a tow truck driver named Brian Wason suffered life-altering injuries in a crash, his rivals turned allies—dozens of fellow drivers showed up at court not…
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Niagara Homes Face Radioactive Risk | Albany News
State Senator Rob Ortt is pushing for urgent legislative action to address radioactive contamination in Niagara County homes, where current Superfund laws…
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Hoffman Car Wash Closes After Landslide Risk | Albany News
Hoffman Car Wash is shutting down for good after a massive 23-foot crack threatened public safety on its hillside location — and fixing it was just too…
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Two Men Arrested for Bank Fraud | Albany News
Two men pulled off a brazen bank fraud scheme in Delmar, cashing fake checks while cops caught them red-handed with stacks of cash and phony documents—both now…
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New York vs ICE: Judge Rules on Mask Ban | Albany News
New York’s bold move to ban local police from partnering with ICE under 287(g) agreements just got a major legal win — a federal judge sided with the state…
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Democrats Sprint to Win Back Congress | Albany News
With less than 100 days until the midterms, Democrats are sprinting to reclaim Congress, led by Hakeem Jeffries representing key Brooklyn neighborhoods. He’s…
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Drone Zones and Critical Infrastructure | Albany News
The FAA is drafting drone no-fly zones around sixteen potential critical infrastructure sites, sparking debate over what qualifies — like correctional…
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New York’s Mask Rule Blocked by Judge | Albany News
New York’s bid to force federal agents to reveal their identities on the job just got shut down by a federal judge, who ruled states can’t dictate how federal…
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Buffalo Refugees Struggle to Rise | Albany News
Buffalo’s refugee community is facing a quiet crisis: despite years in the U.S., many still can’t land better jobs due to language gaps and broken support…
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New York’s Political Crossroads | Albany News
New York’s governor’s race is heating up as Kathy Hochul faces off against Bruce Blakeman, with polls showing wildly different outcomes—some hinting at a…
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Utilities Want Back In Power Plants | Albany News
Private utility giants are pushing to reclaim ownership of power plants — a move that could reshape New York’s energy landscape after a 30-year ban. With…
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ATF Proposes Online Gun Sales | Albany News
ATF’s proposed gun safety rollbacks could let buyers purchase firearms entirely online — a move sparking fierce resistance from New York lawmakers, who are…
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Stephen Clark Takes Charge at Albany Airport | Albany News
Stephen Clark, a seasoned aviation executive with nearly two decades of experience, has been named the new CEO of Albany County Airport. Rising from baggage…
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Flooding Turns Basements Into Pools | Albany News
Heavy rain slammed the area on July 29, turning basements into four-foot-deep swimming pools and forcing cleanup crews like A. Clark’s Cleaning Services into…
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Costco Finally Opens in Guilderland | Albany News
Costco is finally opening its massive 160,000-square-foot warehouse in Guilderland on August 6th after five years of legal battles and community debate —…
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Flooded Restaurant Battles Recovery | Albany News
A Menands restaurant is still closed after a devastating flood dumped two feet of water into its basement, destroying everything from the furnace to the ice…
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Triple Crown Gets a New Season | Albany News
Horse racing is revving up for a major comeback with a brand-new six-race championship series launching in 2027, offering a jaw-dropping $5 million bonus—and…
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Jointa Lime Celebrates 175 Years | Albany News
Jointa Lime Company just celebrated 175 years of business, officially recognized by New York State as a historic enterprise. Founded in 1851 in Glens Falls…
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Costco Opens in Guilderland | Albany News
Costco’s massive new Guilderland store is set to open Thursday, August 6th at 8 AM—already breaking Northeast records with 14,000 pre-signups and projected…
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States Sue to Protect TANF Recipients | Albany News
Over 20 states and D.C. are suing the Trump administration to block its plan to hand over sensitive personal data—like immigration status and Social Security…
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Fair’s Big New Entertainment Lineup | Albany News
Get ready for the wildest New York State Fair yet—think three-ring circus, jet ski stunts, corgi races, and a drone light show lighting up the sky. Plus…
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Ontario County’s New Animal Abuse Registry | Albany News
Ontario County, New York, just passed a bold new law to protect animals by creating a public abuse registry—convicted abusers can’t own pets, even after a…
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Walking Soccer Takes Root in NYC | Albany News
Forget the World Cup hype—walking soccer is taking over New York, and it’s a game where you move at a brisk pace, not sprint. Perfect for soccer lovers who…
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Coast Guard Celebrates 236th Birthday on Historic Ship | Albany News
The U.S. Coast Guard celebrated its 236th birthday aboard the historic U.S.S. Slater in Albany — the last surviving destroyer escort from WWII, once a key…
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Keeping Tradition on Wheels | Albany News
Taco Hut Food Truck’s owners, Rick and Amber, are turning family legacy into street food magic—prepping all day before serving, maintaining every gear of their…