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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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Second Chance Job Fair in Albany | Albany News
Get ready to turn your second chance into your next career move—Albany’s Second Chance Job Fair is back, bigger and better, with top employers like Callanan…
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Walmart Thief Sentenced After Fatal Crash | Albany News
A 36-year-old man, Timothy Besaw, faces up to 25 years in prison after a horrific Walmart incident last October where he crashed into two employees—including…
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New Helio Health Center Opens in Gloversville | Albany News
A new beacon of hope for opioid recovery just opened in Gloversville: Helio Health, a one-stop hub for addiction services under the state’s Office of Addiction…
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Free Clinic Coming to Bennington | Albany News
Free health clinic coming to Bennington this August—no insurance needed. Remote Area Medical is rolling in to offer dental, vision, and general medical care…
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Protect Your Skin From Skin Cancer | Albany News
New York State is sounding the alarm on skin cancer, with over 4,000 New Yorkers diagnosed with melanoma annually—highlighting the urgent need for prevention…
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From Basketball to Barn Boss | Albany News
Kinnon LaRose just won his first race as a head trainer at Saratoga—his colt Midnight Still broke his maiden in a big moment. LaRose, once a college basketball…
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Tiny Wasps Fight Invasive Bug | Albany News
In a bold new battle against the emerald ash borer, scientists in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, are deploying tiny parasitoid wasps from Central…
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Sanctions Silence Human Rights Advocates | Albany News
Two human rights groups are suing the Trump administration over sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court’s Gaza investigations, arguing the…
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Columbia Memorial Hospital Beds in Question | Albany News
Columbia Memorial Hospital in Hudson may be slashing inpatient beds — a move sparking fierce local backlash. Community members and staff argue the proposed…
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War Costs and Diplomatic Blocks | Albany News
Senators are sounding the alarm over lackluster transparency on U.S. military costs in Iran, with a top Pentagon nominee admitting he can’t provide updated…
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Governor Pauses Big Data Centers | Albany News
Governor Hochul just paused new massive data centers—those gobbling up 50 megawatts or more—making her state the first to do so nationwide. She’s taking time…
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Small Plane Crash Near Adirondack Airport | Albany News
Small Plane Crash Near Adirondack Airport | Albany News
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Solar Power Saves New York's Grid | Albany News
New York’s power grid is under siege from exploding demand fueled by data centers, crypto mining, and semiconductor plants—but a bold solar push by NYSERDA is…
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Algae Closes Popular NY Beaches | Albany News
New York State Parks are drawing crowds seeking relief from the heat, but some top swimming spots are shut down due to harmful algae blooms—forcing families to…
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Meghan’s Emmy Nomination Breaks Royal Silence | Albany News
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, just earned a Daytime Emmy nod for her Netflix show “With Love, Meghan,” competing in the lifestyle category against heavy hitters…
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Bomb Threat in Lake George Evacuated | Albany News
A bomb threat rocked Lake George, New York, triggering a full-scale evacuation and police response—including a K9 unit that thankfully found nothing explosive…
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Feud Turns Fatal in Albany | Albany News
Vance Mims Junior is set to stand trial for the murder of Iris Vasquez, mother of four and from Schenectady, who was killed outside a home on Washington Avenue…
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Syracuse Players Welcome All to the Field | Albany News
Syracuse football players opened their practice field to 50 people with disabilities for an unforgettable day of drills, tackling, and touchdown dances —…
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Emily DeVito Gets Second Chance with New Kidney | Albany News
Emily DeVito, former NewsChannel 13 anchor and end-stage kidney disease patient, just received a life-changing second chance after a successful kidney…
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New York’s Toxic Algae Blooms on the Rise | Albany News
New York’s waterways are facing a growing crisis as toxic green blooms—actually cyanobacteria, not algae—spread across over 650 bodies of water, appearing…
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Man Drowns in Lake George After Swim | Albany News
A man has been found dead in Lake George after going missing while swimming from a rented pontoon boat—searches involving state police and park officials are…
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23andMe Settles Genetic Data Breach | Albany News
23andMe just paid $18 million to 42 states after a massive data breach exposed genetic data of nearly 7 million users — some even sold on the dark web. The…
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NY State Funds Mental Health Clubhouses | Albany News
New York State is pouring $6.3 million into mental health by launching peer-led clubhouse programs across the state — safe, voluntary spaces where people with…
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Mohawk Hudson Shelter Gets $1.2M Boost | Albany News
Mohawk Hudson Humane Society is set to transform animal care in the Capital Region with a $1.2 million state investment—building a new Behavioral…
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A Tragic Love Story Turned Deadly | Albany News
A man named Isaac Argro just received a 25-to-life sentence for murdering his ex-girlfriend, Azsia Johnson, in front of their 3-month-old baby in June 2022. He…
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Plant These to Beat Mosquitoes | Albany News
Beat the bugs without bug spray—plant these mosquito-repelling heroes in your yard: lemon balm, citronella, scented geraniums, and herbs like peppermint and…
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Carroll Receives $5.6M Verdict Payment | Albany News
E. Jean Carroll has officially received over $5.6 million from a jury verdict against Donald Trump, including the original $5 million award plus interest…
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Cemetery Thief Gets 2 to 6 Years | Albany News
A cemetery GM stole $40K over two years—fuel, Disney, Vegas, strip clubs—and dodged court until cops caught him again. After pleading guilty, he paid only $12K…
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Red Paint Removed After Neighbor Outcry | Albany News
Grand Boulevard in Niskayuna turned shocking red after county crews painted it to slow traffic — a move locals called obnoxious and unnecessary. Town officials…
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Big Rig Flip Closes Thruway Ramps | Albany News
A big rig flipped on the New York State Thruway near Saugerties, spilling gravel and shutting down ramps for hours—speed suspected, driver injured and…
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Two Teens Arrested for Fireworks and Ghost Guns | Albany News
Two teens, 17 and 16, allegedly tossed fireworks at cops in Albany at 2 AM, then fled with ghost guns—untraceable, DIY firearms—leading to a chase and arrest…
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New York Pauses AI Data Centers | Albany News
New York just hit pause on new big data centers for up to a year, as Governor Hochul signs an order halting state permits—forcing a pause to craft smarter…
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Man Caught After Stolen Car | Albany News
A man got caught stealing a car left running at a Stewart’s in Malta—just five minutes after it was parked. The thief, 43-year-old Michael Garrick, was tracked…
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New York Halts AI Data Centers | Albany News
New York just halted new massive data centers for up to a year, as officials scramble to set environmental and energy standards—putting the state at the center…
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Buffett Fast-Tracks Charity Shift | Albany News
Warren Buffett is speeding up his plan to donate his entire $140 billion Berkshire Hathaway fortune to charity by 2034—years earlier than his original…
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New York Pauses Mega Data Centers | Albany News
New York’s governor has paused new mega data centers for a year to overhaul how they impact energy, water, and communities — ensuring residents aren’t hit with…
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New York Halts Big Data Center Builds | Albany News
New York just hit pause on new big data centers—Governor Hochul’s sweeping executive order halts state permits for a year while agencies craft environmental…
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Saratoga’s Affordable Fashion Spot | Albany News
Saratoga Springs’ Bobbles & Lace is turning heads with affordable, high-fashion style for every occasion—denim, track dresses, formal wear, shoes, and…
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Beavers Going Rogue This Week | Albany News
Beavers on the rampage this week—park rangers and beachgoers alike are dodging gnawing, possibly rabid rodents near Lake Park’s boat docks and Turtle Island…
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New York Halts AI Data Centers | Albany News
New York just became the first state to halt new massive data centers for up to a year—Governor Hochul’s bold move aims to protect the environment and power…
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Patty's Place Feeds Seniors with Dignity | Albany News
In Bethlehem, a quiet revolution is feeding seniors with dignity: Patty’s Place, founded by retired paramedic Pat and nurse Jen Moore, turns food insecurity…
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Small Plane Crash Near Piseco Airport | Albany News
A small plane crashed near Piseco Airport Sunday evening, killing its 74-year-old pilot, Kenneth Andreu from Westchester County. The FAA and NTSB are now…
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New York Launches Cannabis Honestly Campaign | Albany News
New York just launched Cannabis Honestly — a bold, research-backed campaign designed to arm parents, teachers, and caregivers with accurate cannabis info for…
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Hochul Pauses New Data Centers | Albany News
Governor Hochul just paused new data centers in New York with an executive order, aiming to protect the power grid, curb utility hikes, and preserve natural…
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Levon Helm Studios in Chaos | Albany News
Levon Helm Studios is in turmoil as a bitter management battle erupts between Amy Helm, Levon’s daughter and a key artist, and new CEO Brian Parillo, sparking…
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Mental Health Advocates Push for Pension Reform | Albany News
Mental Health Association of New York CEO Glenn Liebman reflects on a pivotal legislative session, highlighting wins like youth mental health funding, first…
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New York’s Value Proposition Tracker | Albany News
New York just got a smarter way to measure its economic health—with the Citizens Budget Commission’s new “Value Proposition Tracker.” It pulls together jobs…
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Boilermaker 50th Anniversary Prep | Albany News
The 49th Boilermaker race just smashed records with over 4,000 runners in the 5K and more than 9,000 in the 15K—both sold out! For the historic 50th…
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Church Gun Buyback Aims to Reduce Violence | Albany News
Victory Church in Albany is launching a bold gun buyback program to curb violence, fueled by recent troubling incidents like homicides and teen weapon…
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Two Teens Accused of Firework Attack | Albany News
Two teens, 17 and 16, are facing serious charges after allegedly hurling lit fireworks at Albany police — but the real trouble? They were also found with…
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Veteran Gets New Roof Thanks to Community | Albany News
A Navy vet from Schenectady, Andrew Pieniazek, just got a brand-new roof thanks to the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project — a nationwide initiative that…
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Male Breast Cancer You Can’t Ignore | Albany News
Men get breast cancer too — and it’s more common than you think. About 1 in 100 breast cancer cases are in men, and recent data shows a worrying uptick…
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Rochester Man Accused of Death Threats Against Trump Jr | Albany News
A Rochester man is in hot water after prosecutors accuse him of sending death threats to Donald Trump Jr.—a shocking twist that’s already sparking national…
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States Sue Over $81B Hollywood Merger | Albany News
Twelve states are suing to block the $81 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, arguing it will crush competition, raise prices, and hurt jobs and…
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Saint Rose Campus Reimagined | Albany News
Albany’s historic Saint Rose campus is poised for a dramatic reinvention as the Pine Hills Land Authority opens bids for a bold mixed-use…
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Lake George’s Secret Weapon Against Invasives | Albany News
Lake George, the “Queen of American Lakes,” is fiercely protecting its pristine waters with a mandatory boat inspection program that’s been a resounding…
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Student Inventions That Actually Save Lives | Albany News
Syracuse students just unleashed some game-changing tech from a six-week innovation sprint — and it’s all about safety, smart design, and real-world impact…
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Hochul Challenges DHS Immigration Plans | Albany News
Governor Kathy Hochul is firing back at DHS over plans to open immigration detention facilities in Rochester, Batavia, and Newburgh—especially after learning…
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Albany Gun Buyback & Community Outreach | Albany News
Albany’s fighting back against gun violence with a citywide buyback and neighborhood outreach powered by Victory Church, Come Connect Church, and Albany…
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Students Power Climate Action in Dryden | Albany News
At Dryden High School, students aren’t just learning about climate change—they’re solving it. In a forward-thinking elective, teens design green futures for…