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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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Incendiary Device at 26 Federal Plaza | Albany News
An incendiary device exploded outside 26 Federal Plaza in Lower Manhattan early Monday, triggering a dramatic scene with smoke, federal agents, and a firearm…
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Greene County Sheriff Warns Against Phone Scams | Albany News
Scammers are calling Greene County residents pretending to be from the Sheriff’s Office, demanding payment for fake warrants or missed jury duty—often asking…
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Finch Paper Shifts Focus at Glens Falls | Albany News
Finch Paper is transforming its Glens Falls mill by ditching in-house pulp production in favor of buying pulp externally — a smarter, cheaper move in today’s…
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Asian Tick Invades Hudson Valley | Albany News
A stealthy Asian longhorned tick, first spotted in Jersey a decade ago, is now racing north—causing major headaches for Hudson Valley farmers, with Columbia…
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Driver Dies After Crash Into Building | Albany News
A chilling early morning crash in Schenectady claims a life: 59-year-old Lamont Chambers, found unconscious after his car slammed into the Transfinder…
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Tornado and Microburst Damage Recap | Albany News
A powerful EF-1 tornado carved a 15-mile path through the Southern Tier Saturday night, whipping through Broome, Pennsylvania, and ending in Hancock—no…
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Pamela Smart’s New Trial Bid | Albany News
Pamela Smart, serving a life sentence since 1993 for her husband’s murder, is back in the spotlight with a new bid for freedom — arguing her original…
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Pilot Ignored Weather, Plane Crashed | Albany News
A plane crash on Mount Equinox in February 2025 left all three survivors hospitalized—but the NTSB’s report blames the pilot for ignoring worsening weather…
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Lightning Strikes Green Island | Albany News
Lightning Strikes Green Island | Albany News
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Ellis Hospital’s Merge Maze | Albany News
Ellis Medicine’s long quest for a merger partner hits a new snag as Albany Med steps back in — a move that’s been simmering for over a decade. While hospital…
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Gloria Peek: Boxing Coach Who Broke Barriers | Albany News
This weekend marks the 178th anniversary of the Seneca Falls Convention, spotlighting trailblazing women like Gloria Thornton Peek—the first female Olympic…
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Tragic Crash in Schenectady Leaves One Dead | Albany News
A chilling crash in Schenectady early Friday morning sent a vehicle careening into a building on State Street, killing the driver on the scene. Paramedics…
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Driver Dies in State Street Crash | Albany News
At 12:30 AM Sunday, a driver crashed into the Transfinder corporate office on State Street in Schenectady, fatally injuring themselves. Paramedics treated the…
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FBI Warns About Fake Agent Scams | Albany News
FBI Albany warns of a spike in scams where fraudsters impersonate agents, even spoofing the FBI’s official number—using fear to trick victims into handing over…
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Sheriff Apple Steps Down to Serve Youth | Albany News
Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple is stepping down after 34 years on the force, ending his tenure as sheriff and ruling out a reelection bid. Known for turning…
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New York Weather Chaos This Weekend | Albany News
New York’s weekend turned chaotic with record-breaking rain, flash floods, and tornado warnings—Rochester shattered its rainfall record with over three inches…
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Frattolin Trial Set to Begin | Albany News
A chilling murder trial is set to begin as Luciano Frattolin, accused of killing his daughter Melina and hiding her body in a pond, faces charges after his…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hits New York | Albany News
A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak is surging, with over 1,600 confirmed cases — including more than 500 in New York — already this year, surpassing last…
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Albanian Festival Defies Rain | Albany News
Rain or shine, the Albanian community came together in force at the first-ever Albanian Festival in Colonie, New York, turning a soggy Saturday into a vibrant…
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Albany’s Secret Role in Independence | Albany News
Albany didn’t just witness the Declaration of Independence—it helped make it official. Adopted in Philly on July 4, 1776, the document had to be approved…
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Red Cross Steps In After Albany Fire | Albany News
A fire broke out in Albany near Quail Street and Hudson Avenue, starting in a backyard and spreading to nearby buildings. The Red Cross rushed to the scene…
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World Cup Final Amid Political Turmoil | Albany News
The World Cup final is set to be a historic moment as President Trump hands over the trophy, celebrating soccer’s growing embrace in the U.S. Despite…
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Machete Stabbing on Madison Avenue | Albany News
A shocking stabbing on Madison Avenue sent shockwaves through the community—23-year-old victim slashed in the head with a machete by 30-year-old Chance…
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Saratoga Races Through the Storm | Albany News
Saratoga’s racing day got soaked — lightning delays pushed back starts, but the track stayed dry and the turf was rated good, keeping the action rolling. The…
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Hidden Quarry Now Open to All | Albany News
Lake Sophia, a stunning turquoise spring-fed quarry in Kingston, has officially become a public gem—now part of Sojourner Truth State Park. Once a secret spot…
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Online Trap Leads to Prison | Albany News
A man from Gloversville is facing five years in prison and 15 years of parole after trying to meet a 12-year-old for sex — a trap set by undercover…
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Vermont Man Arrested for Violating Restraining Order | Albany News
A Vermont State Police crackdown in Readsboro after a 28-year-old, Joseph Lingle, allegedly violated a restraining order by making contact with the protected…
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NY State Cracks Down on Impaired Driving | Albany News
New York State hit hard on reckless drivers over the July 4th holiday, handing out over 50,000 tickets — including 1,576 for impaired driving — as cops ramped…
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Bishop Johnson: Gospel and Justice in Albany | Albany News
Bishop McKinley Johnson Sr., Albany’s revered spiritual and civil rights leader for over 70 years, passed away at 89, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering…
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Johan Sandoval’s Balcony Controversy | Albany News
A 22-year-old student, Johan Sandoval, was detained by ICE in Clifton Park after allegedly jumping from a second-story balcony during arrest — a claim his…
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Trump Drops New Election Claims | Albany News
Former President Trump dropped a fiery 26-minute speech claiming the 2020 election was rigged and unveiled newly declassified documents he says prove Chinese…
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Court Blocks DOJ’s Voter Data Demand | Albany News
A federal court has tossed out the DOJ’s lawsuit demanding private New York voter data, calling the move an overreach — a win for privacy advocates as the…
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Utilities Face Fines for Poor Service | Albany News
New York’s utility giants are getting slapped with hefty fines for poor customer service—think wildly inaccurate bills, missed appointments, and painfully slow…
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Shepard Park Reborn in Lake George | Albany News
After a devastating fire two years ago, Lake George’s Shepard Park Amphitheater is back — and better than ever. The $6.4 million revitalization, funded by…
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Smoke Chokes Millions Across U.S. | Albany News
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is blanketing millions across the U.S., turning skies orange and plunging cities like D.C. and Detroit into hazardous air…
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Smoke, Shelters, and Survival | Albany News
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is choking shelters already stretched thin, forcing outreach teams to scramble with dwindling supplies and no official emergency…
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Pick Blueberries & Sip Nitro at Second Drop Farm | Albany News
Pick Blueberries & Sip Nitro at Second Drop Farm | Albany News
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Hochul Halts Data Centers for a Year | Albany News
Governor Kathy Hochul just paused new data center construction statewide — the first move of its kind — targeting projects needing over 50 megawatts, to assess…
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Hawley Street Encampment Ends After 24 Days | Albany News
After 24 days, the Hawley Street encampment in Binghamton has been dismantled, sparking debate over homelessness solutions and county leadership. Sparked by a…
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Election Debates Heat Up Ahead of Midterms | Albany News
Former president reignites 2020 election claims and pushes new voting rules ahead of midterms, as polls show waning support for his agenda. Democratic…
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Dog Sex Conviction Sparks Legal Battle | Albany News
A man convicted in Vermont for having sex with a dog is fighting to avoid being forced to register as a sex offender in New York — arguing the state’s law only…
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500lbs of Weed on the Run | Albany News
State Police pulled over two suspects near Massena after a high-speed chase on the Northway, leading to the seizure of over 500 pounds of cannabis. The…
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New York Tackles PFAS in Drinking Water | Albany News
New York is taking bold steps to tackle PFAS in drinking water, as these “forever chemicals” threaten public health with links to cancer, immune issues, and…
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Man Charged After NBC Studio Intrusion | Albany News
A 40-year-old man charged with hate crimes after storming NBC’s “Today” show set, confronting host Craig Melvin, is now in custody—no injuries reported. Melvin…
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Hochul vs Blakeman: Energy and Endorsements | Albany News
Governor Kathy Hochul is ramping up her gubernatorial campaign, securing major endorsements from Albany County officials who praise her economic investments…
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Hochul vs Blakeman: Energy and Endorsements | Albany News
Governor Kathy Hochul is ramping up her gubernatorial campaign, securing major endorsements from Albany County officials who praise her economic investments…
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Governor Hochul Can Save Lives | Albany News
Governor Hochul is being urged to sign a life-saving bill that equips law enforcement with tools to instantly assess domestic violence lethality — a proven…
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Hochul vs Blakeman: Energy and Endorsements | Albany News
Governor Kathy Hochul is ramping up her gubernatorial campaign, securing major endorsements from Albany County officials who praise her economic investments…
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Smoke Over the Great Lakes | Albany News
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is still drifting south, blanketing the Great Lakes and Northeast with hazardous air quality through Saturday. Wind direction is…
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New York’s Health Insurance Crackdown | Albany News
Nearly half a million New Yorkers are scrambling for affordable health coverage after a July 1 policy change abruptly cut eligibility for the Essential Plan —…
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Fairlife Milk Production Halted by Cyberattack | Albany News
Fairlife’s U.S. milk production has ground to a halt after a crippling ransomware cyberattack, with Coca-Cola confirming systems were taken offline—but…
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Messi Bathes Young Yamal in 2007 | Albany News
A viral photo from 2007 captures 20-year-old Lionel Messi awkwardly bathing 6-month-old Lamine Yamal—now Spain’s teenage superstar—during a charity shoot at…
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Bragg’s Legislative Push to Fight Crime | Albany News
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg is turning the state capital into his courtroom—pushing bold new laws to fight crime from the inside out. He’s cracking down on ghost…
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Fatal Crash in Knox Under Investigation | Albany News
Fatal Crash in Knox Under Investigation | Albany News
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Truck Blows Up in Schaghticoke | Albany News
A Ford F-150 exploded in Schaghticoke in March 2021—no injuries, but massive damage—prompting federal charges against William Huber, who was already under…
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Take Me Home Program for Vulnerable Residents | Albany News
A seven-year-old boy with autism went missing and was later found deceased — a tragedy that sparked Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara’s push for a new statewide…
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Man Locked Up After Office Scuffle | Albany News
A 39-year-old man in Catskill, New York, is now behind bars after a chaotic confrontation at the Greene County office building. When asked to leave, John C…
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Shepard Park Amphitheater Reopens | Albany News
Shepard Park Amphitheater in Lake George is back—and it’s bigger, better, and ready to rock! After a devastating fire two years ago, the stage has been rebuilt…
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Snide Faces Court Over Fatal Crash | Albany News
A man accused of causing a fatal crash on Route 9-W in Albany County is set to appear in court Friday morning—possibly accepting a plea deal. Jacob Snide…
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Hochul Pauses Data Centers for Community Balance | Albany News
Governor Hochul is pausing new big data center construction for up to a year to rethink regulations and ensure local communities reap real benefits. She…