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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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Brown's Beach Still Underwater | Albany News
Brown’s Beach in Stillwater’s still underwater thanks to a July 29th deluge that dumped over six inches of rain, swamping Saratoga Lake and flooding the beach…
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Tragic UTV Crash Claims 12-Year-Old | Albany News
A heartbreaking UTV crash in Maplecrest claims the life of a 12-year-old and leaves a 10-year-old in critical condition after the vehicle veered off a…
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Young Man in Providence Faces Crisis | Albany News
In Providence, a shocking incident involving a young man just 20 years old has sent shockwaves through the community—here’s what really happened and why it’s…
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New $5M Horse Racing Championship Launches | Albany News
New $5M Horse Racing Championship Launches | Albany News
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Controversial Co-Owner Faces Fallout | Albany News
A co-owner of Taste of Italy, who sparked national outrage in June with inflammatory anti-Islam remarks—including calling Islam a “fake religion” and…
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Battery Storage in Your Neighborhood | Albany News
New York’s push for battery storage to power its clean energy future is sparking fierce debate as a proposed facility in a residential neighborhood raises…
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Renegade’s Comeback Wins Jim Dandy | Albany News
Renegade pulled off a jaw-dropping upset at Saratoga, storming from 12 lengths back to edge out Commandment by half a length in the Jim Dandy Stakes — his…
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Homeless Man Arrested for Car Theft | Albany News
A midnight car theft spree in Colonie ends with a quick arrest thanks to a vigilant resident. Police nabbed 35-year-old Asa J. Slauson right after midnight…
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Prosecution Builds Case in Melina Galanis Murder | Albany News
The Luciano Frattolin murder trial enters its third week as prosecutors build a chilling case: Melina Galanis, 9, vanished after texting her mom she was…
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Forced Treatment? Study Challenges Kendra's Law | Albany News
A new study reveals that while Kendra’s Law—court-ordered mental health treatment—can reduce hospital stays and public risk, voluntary treatment actually leads…
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Boat Flip on Swollen Creek | Albany News
Two guys got stranded on a rock in a raging Kinderhook Creek after their boat flipped—rescue crews battled rushing water for two hours to pull them out. Nearly…
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Keanu Reeves and Corey Alexander Race Together | Albany News
Keanu Reeves and his business partner Gard Hollinger are turning their custom motorcycle brand ARCH into a full-fledged racing team — and they’ve tapped local…
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Amsterdam Fire Forces Five Firefighters to Hospital | Albany News
A fierce fire erupted in Amsterdam on August 1st, engulfing a building on Brookside Avenue with flames racing up walls and into the roof. Fire crews battled…
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Bus Aide Accused of Abuse on School Trips | Albany News
A 67-year-old school bus aide, Felton Edwards Junior, faces felony charges after allegedly sexually assaulting a non-verbal autistic girl on multiple bus…
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Rape Allegation Against Capitol Insider | Albany News
A former legislative staffer is set to take on New York’s powerful political establishment in court, alleging she was raped in 2001 by J. Michael Boxley — then…
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TPS Termination Shakes Home Care | Albany News
Haitian home care workers are being abruptly forced out of their jobs as Temporary Protected Status ends, devastating an already strained healthcare system and…
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Vincent Pastore Remembered | Albany News
Vincent Pastore, the beloved actor who brought depth and charm to the role of “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero on The Sopranos, has passed away at 80. Found at his home…
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Martels Take Over Otis & Oliver’s | Albany News
Otis & Oliver’s is back open at Mill Road Acres Golf Course after a two-week hiatus, now run by Roger and Jim Martel—seasoned hospitality pros with decades of…
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Firefighters Save Unresponsive Cat | Albany News
In a heartwarming twist amid a house fire in Amsterdam, NY, emergency crews saved not just humans—but a cat in critical condition. Hooked up with oxygen and…
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Chemical Recycling Debate in New York | Albany News
New York’s plastic waste battle heats up as lawmakers clash over chemical recycling—promoted by industry as a miracle fix but slammed by environmentalists as…
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Two-Hour Bus Rides for Disabled Preschoolers | Albany News
Schenectady County’s desperate attempt to cut transportation costs led to preschoolers with disabilities enduring grueling two-hour bus rides—some vomiting…
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Tragic UTV Crash Claims 12-Year-Old | Albany News
A horrific UTV crash in Windham claims the life of a 12-year-old and leaves another critically injured after the vehicle rolled over off a driveway. The…
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Four Teens Killed in UTV Crash | Albany News
A horrific UTV crash in Maplecrest claims the life of a 12-year-old and leaves a 10-year-old in critical condition after the vehicle rolled off a driveway…
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Trains Shake Historic Library | Albany News
A historic library in Altamont, housed in a 1897 train station, is crumbling under the relentless vibrations of double-stacked Norfolk Southern trains—just 20…
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New York Cracks Down on Speeding | Albany News
New York’s speeding crackdown is back with a vengeance—starting Monday, August 3rd, cops are hitting the roads harder than ever to catch reckless drivers…
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Missing Woman Found Dead in Car | Albany News
A missing Saratoga County woman, identified as Ryle, was found deceased inside her gray 2015 Toyota RAV4 parked at a Malta hotel — the vehicle bearing New York…
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Perfect Storm Deluges Capital Region | Albany News
Flash floods turned the Capital Region into a waterlogged nightmare this week — not from one storm, but a perfect storm: two stubborn low-pressure systems…
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Unaccompanied Kids Lose Legal Aid | Albany News
Starting August 1st, tens of thousands of unaccompanied immigrant children across the U.S. will lose their legal representation as a critical federal contract…
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Medicare Medicaid at 61: Building on a Lifeline | Albany News
Sixty-one years after Medicare and Medicaid launched as lifelines for millions, New York celebrates their impact—serving over ten million residents, nearly…
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Santos Settles Bet on State of the Union | Albany News
George Santos just paid $35,000 to settle with the CFTC after betting against his own attendance at Trump’s State of the Union — a move that netted him $17K…
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Flooding Exposes Drainage Failures | Albany News
Record rainfall has unleashed catastrophic flooding across Albany County, tearing through homes, roads, and sewer systems — with one Coeymans resident forced…
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City’s Grocery Plan Meets Uptown Success | Albany News
Mayor Mamdani’s push for city-run grocery stores to tackle food insecurity isn’t new—Utica’s 25-year-old nonprofit Bargain Grocery has already proven the model…
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Five Million Bees Found in Cemetery | Albany News
Scientists in Ithaca, New York, stumbled upon a staggering swarm of five-point-five million ground-nesting bees at East Lawn Cemetery—possibly the largest ever…
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Fire Chief’s Home Washed Away | Albany News
When Germantown’s assistant fire chief Crystal Kilmer was battling historic floods on the front lines, her own home was swallowed by six feet of…
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Drones as First Responders in New York | Albany News
New York’s law enforcement is revolutionizing emergency response with drones—flying first responders that slash response times and access hard-to-reach scenes…
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Kiera's Legacy Drives Safety Change | Albany News
A mother’s heartbreak turns into a rallying cry after losing her 16-year-old daughter, Kiera, in a deadly crash caused by an 18-year-old driver high on…
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Cambridge-Salem Football on Hold | Albany News
Cambridge-Salem High’s varsity football team is sitting out this fall—no games, no glory—because not enough players signed up to field a safe, competitive…
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Bar Calvin Brings NYC Vibe to Stuyvesant | Albany News
Bar Calvin is set to open in Stuyvesant Plaza this August, bringing a luxe New York supper club vibe from the brain trust behind Milas and The Nest. Located at…
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Record Rain Devastates New York Bridge | Albany News
New York’s worst rainfall in a thousand years has left Stuyvesant in ruins, with the Route 9-J bridge obliterated and emergency crews racing to assess damage…
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Albany Pastor Indicted on Sexual Charges | Albany News
Seventy-five-year-old Albany pastor Bienvenido Lopez has been indicted on multiple felony charges including sexual conduct with a child and endangering a…
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Ransom Notes Lead to Nancy Guthrie's Disappearance | Albany News
A chilling double ransom note has emerged in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC’s Savannah Guthrie — one demanding $4 million in bitcoin with a…
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Airport Terminal Project in Legal Dispute | Albany News
A $100 million Albany airport terminal upgrade is turning into a legal firestorm as the contractor, MLB Construction Services, sues for over $12 million…
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MLB Sues Airport Over $12M Cost Overruns | Albany News
MLB Construction Services is suing Albany County Airport Authority for $12 million, blaming flawed blueprints for a $100 million renovation’s two-year delay…
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Chase in Malta Ends in Arrest | Albany News
A traffic stop in Malta, New York, spiraled into a high-speed chase when passenger Danzille Robinson swapped seats and bolted, weaving across two counties…
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Flood Insurance Myths Debunked | Albany News
Floods hit hard—and most homeowner policies won’t cover the damage. You need separate flood insurance, even if you’re not in a high-risk zone. Check for…
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Coxsackie Flood Rescue Story | Albany News
A historic flood in Coxsackie, New York, overwhelmed residents with water rising faster than anyone could prepare for—some say it’s the worst they’ve ever…
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Chief Kilmer’s Flooded Home | Albany News
When her home was flooded with five to six feet of water—while she was on the front lines saving others—Germantown Fire Department Assistant Chief Crystal…
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Doane Stuart School Closes After 50 Years | Albany News
Doane Stuart School, the historic private institution in Rensselaer founded in 1975 through the merger of Kenwood Academy and St. Agnes School, is closing its…
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Outer Boroughs Push Back on Mayor's Priorities | Albany News
Tensions are flaring between Mayor Mamdani and Democratic leaders in NYC’s outer boroughs, who feel sidelined on critical infrastructure and street safety…
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Fugitive Fakes ID to Steal $38K | Albany News
A 47-year-old woman, Anna Hardee, was arrested in Guilderland after attempting to cash out $38,000 using a fake NY driver’s license stolen from a victim…
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Flooding Aftermath in Upstate New York | Albany News
Upstate New York braces for more chaos as historic flooding, fueled by rainfall unseen since 2011, leaves towns like Schodack in ruins—roads washed away…
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Tragic Fatality in Flood-Stricken Creek | Albany News
A tragic death unfolded as floodwaters swept through upstate New York, claiming the life of 39-year-old Jesus Arroyo Ortega after his pickup truck plunged into…
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Florida Man’s Nap Turns Into Jail Time | Albany News
A Florida man’s peaceful morning nap at a Catskill gas station turned into a legal nightmare when cops found him with a loaded pistol—12 rounds already in the…
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New York Targets Kalshi Over Gambling Claims | Albany News
New York is suing Kalshi, the prediction betting platform, calling it an unlicensed gambling operation that endangers users—especially minors—and demands it…
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New York Sues Kalshi Over Illegal Gambling | Albany News
New York is suing Kalshi, calling it an illegal gambling operation that bypassed state licensing, let minors bet, and skimmed profits meant for public schools…
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Red Cross Steps In After Schenectady Fire | Albany News
A fire tore through a Schenectady building, and the Red Cross swooped in fast—offering one resident immediate cash for essentials, comfort kits, and emotional…
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Bank of America Opens New Colonie Branch | Albany News
Bank of America just opened its twentieth Capital Region financial center in Colonie, New York — offering in-person banking, lending, and Merrill investment…
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Legislators Keep Working Behind the Scenes | Albany News
Even as the legislative session ends and lawmakers brace for reelection, the real work begins behind the scenes—where bills like Senator Pat Fahy’s Purple…
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Bill to End Intoxication Defense in Sex Crimes | Albany News
New York lawmakers are poised to revive a long-stalled bill that would bar defendants from using a victim’s intoxication as a defense in sex crime cases…
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Justice Dept Memo Challenges Olmstead | Albany News
A new DOJ memo is sparking outrage in the disability rights community by seemingly undermining the Olmstead decision, which guaranteed the right to live in…