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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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Circus Lives: Passion Beyond the Performance | Albany News
Circus Hollywood performers at the New York State Fair aren’t just working—they’re living their legacy. Fifth-generation acrobat Crystal Coronas and her fellow…
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Gravestone Thief Faces Charges | Albany News
A 66-year-old man from Jackson, Washington County, is facing serious charges after allegedly stealing a gravestone from Greenmount Cemetery in…
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New York’s Retroactive Climate Law | Albany News
New York just passed a bold new law that could shake up the fossil fuel industry—forcing big polluters to pay up to $75 billion over 25 years for climate…
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NY State Fair Sets Record Opening Day | Albany News
The New York State Fair exploded on day one in 2026, drawing nearly 67,000 visitors—more than double last year’s soggy turnout—and setting a new record for…
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Blakeman Challenges ICE Law Amid Legal Push | Albany News
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, running for governor, says his sheriff’s office will comply with a new state law ending local police-ICE partnerships —…
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NY State Fair’s Wild New Eats | Albany News
The New York State Fair is serving up culinary chaos this year—deep-fried cheeseburgers with bacon and pickles, decadent Dubai Hawaiian Rolls, ube and matcha…
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West Point Professor Sues Over Climate Curriculum | Albany News
A West Point geography professor is suing the military academy, claiming his free speech rights were violated after he refused to remove human impact from…
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Mindy Brugger Remembered with Love | Albany News
A beloved EMT and CPR instructor, Melinda Brugger, 54, was tragically killed in a domestic violence incident — her husband, the perpetrator, later died by…
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Watch the Red Moon Rise | Albany News
Get ready for a cosmic showstopper this Thursday night — a deep partial lunar eclipse will paint the moon a stunning red as it glides through Earth’s shadow…
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DeVaux Aims for Travers Glory | Albany News
Cherie DeVaux is rewriting history as the first female trainer to win both the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes—two legs of the Triple Crown—and now she’s…
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Sheriffs Challenge NY Immigration Law | Albany News
Fifteen New York sheriffs are suing to block a new state law banning immigration enforcement agreements, arguing the federal deals they signed—limited to…
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Meta Settles for Billions to Protect Teens | Albany News
Meta’s $1.7 billion settlement with 48 states marks a major win for youth mental health advocates, imposing strict teen usage limits including daily two-hour…
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School Resource Officer Back After Financial Deal | Albany News
The Rensselaer Common Council just approved a deal to bring back a school resource officer, with the district footing an $87,500 bill over four payments—plus…
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Fort Drum Gets Nuclear Power | Albany News
The Army is powering up Fort Drum with a small nuclear reactor — part of a $2.2 billion plan to install similar reactors at five military bases nationwide…
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Daycare Heroes Left in the Dust | Albany News
For nearly three decades, Darlene Brooks has run a daycare that’s cared for over eight thousand kids, adapting to tougher regulations and expanding services…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On in Rochester | Albany News
In Rochester, New York, Dolly Parton’s legacy lives on through a beloved deli sandwich that donates $2 to her Imagination Library—sending free books to kids…
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Balloons in the Sky Are Breaking the Law | Albany News
Tributes in the sky may look poetic, but releasing balloons—especially foil or Mylar ones—is wreaking havoc on ecosystems and power grids. Twelve states…
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Atlantic Quiet, Pacific Storms Could Shift U.S. Weather | Albany News
This hurricane season’s been a wild twist—Atlantic’s eerily quiet with just three weak tropical storms, while the Pacific’s buzzing with twelve named storms…
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3D-Printed Guns Lead to Guilty Verdict | Albany News
A jury in Albany County just convicted Demetrio Daga, 44, on all counts for building and stockpiling illegal firearms—including 3D-printed weapons—potentially…
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Hochul Defends Farmers Amid Trade Wars | Albany News
Governor Kathy Hochul hit the New York State Fair this year with a powerful message: farmers are hurting from U.S.-Canada trade wars, and she’s stepping in to…
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New York State Fair Opens with Tradition and Fun | Albany News
The New York State Fair kicked off in Syracuse with Governor Kathy Hochul declaring it “a magical time” and promising one of its best days ever. Crowds flocked…
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Storms Bring Flood & Wind Threat | Albany News
Storms are barreling into eastern New York Thursday, bringing heavy rain, high winds, and possible hail—with flash flooding as the top threat in Ulster and…
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Caban Brothers Accused of Extortion | Albany News
A Coney Island bar owner is suing former NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban and his twin brother James Caban, alleging they extorted him by threatening to shut…
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Measles Rising in Upstate New York | Albany News
Measles is surging in Upstate New York, with over 20 confirmed cases in weeks—Seneca County has 3, with 2 more pending. Symptoms mimic flu or cold but can…
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Micron’s Boom Brings Big Changes to Schools | Albany News
Micron’s massive new chip plant near Syracuse is set to create 50,000 jobs—and with it, a wave of new residents. Schools like Central Square are bracing for…
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BMW Fire Near Apartments Escapes Unharmed | Albany News
BMW Fire Near Apartments Escapes Unharmed | Albany News
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Columbia County’s Flock Camera Transparency | Albany News
Columbia County just launched a public portal to demystify its Flock license plate readers—automated cameras that’ve been active since 2014. The sheriff’s…
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Maple Bros Popcorn Hits Stewart's | Albany News
Maple Bros, a family-run operation from Greenfield Center, is bringing their handcrafted maple popcorn to over 400 Stewart’s Shops nationwide starting August…
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Sheriffs vs New York Immigration Law | Albany News
New York’s new Local Cops, Local Crimes Act is sparking fierce resistance from sheriffs who say it undermines public safety by blocking local law enforcement…
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VA Clinic Closing Impacts 1600 Veterans | Albany News
The Schenectady VA Outpatient Clinic is closing this Friday, leaving 1,600 veterans scrambling for care—many now forced to travel to Albany. Assemblyman Angelo…
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Troy Shooting Suspect Arrested | Albany News
Troy police made a swift arrest ten days after a Sunday shooting that left an adult male wounded but alive — nabbing 20-year-old George Quincy in Richmondville…
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Albany Man Guilty on 15 Gun Charges | Albany News
Demetrio Daga, a man from Albany, just got nailed on all 15 charges after a jury found him guilty of building and hoarding ghost guns in his own home…
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Dolly’s Books Ignite Early Literacy | Albany News
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is transforming early literacy in the Capital Region, delivering free books to over 15,000 kids before kindergarten through…
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Robert Stockert Arrested on Child Abuse Charges | Albany News
Sixty-four-year-old Robert Stockert has been arrested in Greene County on multiple serious charges including two counts of first-degree rape and sexual abuse…
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Albany Taxi Robbery and Stabbing | Albany News
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West Point Professor Sues Over Climate Teaching | Albany News
A former West Point geography professor is suing the military academy, claiming he was fired for teaching that humans contribute to climate change and speaking…
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Teeter the Cow and the Next Generation of Farmers | Albany News
At the Washington County Fair, Grand Champion cow Teeter—leased to a student by agriculture teacher Betsy Foote—showed off her dairy prowess while sparking a…
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News Anchors Ride Tornado at Fair | Albany News
NewsChannel 13’s anchors and meteorologist hit the Washington County Fair midway—riding the Tornado, snapping photos with photographer CJ, and soaking in the…
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Rattlesnake in Freezer Caught in Catskills | Albany News
A man in the Catskills got himself in hot water after authorities found a timber rattlesnake—its head chilling in his freezer—in a bucket outside his property…
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Old Man Tries to Steal Race Car | Albany News
A 62-year-old man in Greenfield is facing serious charges after allegedly trying to steal a $3,000+ race car from someone’s driveway—accused of attempted grand…
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Five-Year-Old Fights Rare Brain Tumor | Albany News
A five-year-old boy named Jawan has been diagnosed with DIPG, a rare, aggressive brain tumor with no cure and a grim prognosis of just nine to fifteen months…
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Young Farmer Powers NY State Fair | Albany News
At just 26, Garrett Williams is already supplying the New York State Fair with Russet potatoes — a first for Wayne County. Growing up on a potato farm, it’s in…
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Elderly Woman Charged After DUI | Albany News
A 67-year-old woman, Mary Passaretti, was arrested in Greenfield after being found unconscious in her car with over 500mg of cocaine and allegedly driving…
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Small Farms, Big Impact | Albany News
Forget big farms—some savvy growers are thriving by going micro, turning sheds and shipping containers into profitable, community-focused operations. With…
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Lake America? Trade Tensions Spark Naming Stir | Albany News
The President’s bold move to rename Lake Ontario to “Lake America” is sparking global headlines—and not just for the geography lesson. Amid escalating…
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Trump Admin Plans Mass Visa Revocations | Albany News
The Trump administration is reportedly eyeing the largest mass visa revocation in U.S. history—potentially affecting 200,000 people who entered on B-1/B-2…
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Man Claims Amnesia After Deadly Shooting | Albany News
A 49-year-old man, Griford Saupin, faces attempted murder and other serious charges after allegedly shooting a driver while the car was moving, causing a crash…
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NY State Fair 250: Sweet, Bold, and Inclusive | Albany News
New York State Fair drops a butter masterpiece celebrating 250 years of dairy tradition, fireworks, and baseball nostalgia — plus a 55-inch chocolate fountain…
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Victim Services Face Major Funding Cuts | Albany News
New York State’s victim services are facing severe funding cuts despite record budgets, leaving rape crisis centers, domestic violence shelters, and child…
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Steel, Trade, and Tension Across the Border | Albany News
The U.S. and Canada are locked in a high-stakes trade battle, with the U.S. imposing 50% tariffs on Canadian agricultural goods and Canada retaliating with…
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Micron Plant Lawsuit Tests Environmental Review | Albany News
A $100 billion Micron semiconductor plant near Syracuse is facing legal challenges as environmental groups argue the state rushed permits and skipped critical…
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New York Bans Local Police Immigration Roles | Albany News
New York just slammed the brakes on local police acting as federal immigration agents, with Governor Hochul calling it a move to rebuild trust and boost public…
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Trump’s Lake America Plan Sparks Debate | Albany News
President Trump’s rumored plan to rename Lake Ontario to “Lake America” has sparked nationwide debate, blending nationalistic flair with historical irony…
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Sikh Leader Faces New Death Threat | Albany News
Sikh separatist leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun just received a chilling new warning from the FBI and RCMP to stay put until threats subside — a “Duty to Warn”…
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Albany County Deferred Compensation Crisis | Albany News
Hundreds of Albany County employees may face serious financial trouble after the company managing their deferred compensation plans abruptly shut down — a…
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New York’s Immigration Enforcement Divide | Albany News
New York State just enacted a sweeping new law that bars counties from assisting ICE with immigration enforcement — including using local cops or jails —…
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Measles Cases Rising in New York | Albany News
Measles is roaring back in New York—with 29 confirmed cases this year—prompting health officials to urgently remind everyone to verify their MMR vaccination…
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Trump Proposes Lake America | Albany News
Trump’s latest trade jab: renaming Lake Ontario to “Lake America” sparks global eye rolls. While Americans on the New York side rally behind the move as a slap…
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Boosting NY Volunteer First Responders | Albany News
A new bill in New York aims to honor and support volunteer firefighters and EMS workers by boosting their state tax credit from $200 to $800—and adding local…
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Back to School Health Tips for Kids | Albany News
Back-to-school season means it’s time to gear up for health—flu season was rough last year, measles are spreading beyond NYC, and experts are urging parents to…