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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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Hochul’s Regulatory Reset for NY | Albany News
Governor Hochul just launched a bold “regulatory reset” — a sweeping executive order demanding every state agency audit and overhaul outdated rules to slash…
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Boilermaker Race Brews Big Local Buzz | Albany News
The Boilermaker Road Race is back for its 49th year, turning into a massive community celebration with 30,000–40,000 partygoers fueled by 350 kegs of FX Matt…
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Parkhurst Field’s Historic Rebirth | Albany News
Step back in time to Parkhurst Field, the historic 1906 baseball gem that once hosted legends like Cy Young and Honus Wagner—and now’s getting a dazzling…
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Nationwide Cyclosporiasis Outbreak on the Rise | Albany News
New York’s facing a major cyclosporiasis outbreak with over 120 cases since May, and nearly 30 other states are hit too — pointing to a nationwide source. This…
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Cold Stone Meets Pretzels in Clifton Park | Albany News
Clifton Park just got a whole lot sweeter and saltier with the debut of a new hybrid spot fusing Cold Stone Creamery and Wetzel’s Pretzels — a bold move that’s…
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NY Civil Service Tests Go Digital | Albany News
New York State is revolutionizing civil service exams by ditching paper-and-pencil tests for modern computer-based centers, making promotions and entry-level…
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Albany’s Safe Spaces Strategy | Albany News
Albany’s Boys and Girls Club is turning the tide on youth violence by giving kids safe spaces, mentorship, and real-world opportunities—through sports…
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BPM Hart Foundation Launches to Support Cancer Fighters | Albany News
A new foundation honoring Brian Patrick Martell, co-founder of Druthers and beloved brother, is launching to support cancer patients and families in Ballston…
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Beaver Alert at Turtle Island | Albany News
A beaver went rogue near Turtle Island on Lake George, sparking a swim advisory—officials aren’t sure if it had rabies, but they’re playing it safe until at…
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Horse Farm Owner Convicted on Animal Neglect | Albany News
A Columbia County horse farm owner has been convicted of animal neglect after authorities uncovered horrific conditions at her property, including starving…
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Judge Blocks Trump’s Diversity Rollback | Albany News
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s latest attempt to scrap a 46-year-old diversity hiring agreement for Syracuse’s police and fire…
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School District vs City Over Resource Officer | Albany News
Rensselaer’s school district and city are locked in a tense financial standoff over the student resource officer program, with the city demanding over half a…
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NY AG Sues Chemical Giants Over PFAS | Albany News
New York’s AG is suing giants like 3M, DuPont, and Chemours over decades of PFAS pollution—chemicals found in everything from pans to clothing that don’t break…
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Tight Race, Fraud Allegations, and a Court Hearing | Albany News
A razor-thin race for Onondaga County’s 16th District Democratic primary has hit a legal snag—Charlene Tarver leads Nyatwa Bullock by just five votes with 22…
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Finger Lakes Wine Shifts and New Faces | Albany News
Finger Lakes wineries are pivoting as visitor patterns shift—fewer international tourists, more local road-trippers from NYC, NJ, and CT. To stay relevant…
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NEXUS for Families Act Passes House | Albany News
Congressman Tim Kennedy is pushing the NEXUS for Families Act to simplify border crossings for U.S.-Canada families—eliminating the need for separate…
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Harbe's Law: Saving Kids with Disabilities in Water | Albany News
A heartbreaking drowning of a 7-year-old boy with autism has ignited a statewide push in New York to save lives through inclusive water safety. A new bill…
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Gianna Ida-Smith: Courage Beyond the Court | Albany News
Gianna Ida-Smith, a beloved Bethlehem High School student set to begin her sophomore year, tragically passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. A…
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A-Shawn Chapman Pleads Guilty to Armed Robbery | Albany News
A-Shawn Chapman, 48, pleaded guilty to armed robbery after storming a store near South Pearl Street, brandishing a firearm and stealing $500—caught nearly four…
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New York Cruising Boom | Albany News
New York’s cruise scene is booming, with couples like Fred Holender seeking serene, smaller-ship adventures on Lake Ontario and the Saint Lawrence River — a…
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East Greenbush Pauses Data Center Plans | Albany News
East Greenbush is poised to halt new data center permits amid growing concerns over environmental and health impacts, as the town board debates a temporary…
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Albany Bust Targets Weapons and Drugs | Albany News
Albany Bust Targets Weapons and Drugs | Albany News
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Four Kids Found Dead in Mechanicville | Albany News
Four children—Harper, Hudson, Gavin, and Gracelynn Harmon—were found dead in Mechanicville, and their ashes were scattered on a Utah mountaintop by their…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Mystery | Albany News
New York’s health officials are racing to uncover the source of a rapidly spreading cyclosporiasis outbreak that’s sickened nearly 400 people since May — part…
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Rap, Politics, and Summer Vibes | Albany News
The race to replace Elise Stefanik in New York’s 21st District is turning into a wild spectacle, with Republican Anthony Constantino—CEO of Sticker Mule and a…
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Cannabis Poisonings Surge in Kids | Albany News
New York’s cannabis legalization is backfiring in a scary way: ER visits for kids accidentally ingesting weed have nearly doubled since 2016, with toddlers hit…
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Man Threatens Deputies, Arrested | Albany News
A 40-year-old man from Northville, Patrick Tully, was arrested after allegedly threatening to shoot deputies during a call to the Fulton County Sheriff’s…
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Beaver Alert at Turtle Island | Albany News
Beaver sightings near Turtle Island’s campsites 1-5 have triggered a DEC rabies advisory—stay out of the water and keep your distance from any beaver you spot…
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New York’s Summer of Shovels | Albany News
New York is launching its “summer of shovels” — a massive clean energy construction push aimed at breaking ground on 2,600 megawatts of utility-scale wind and…
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New York Pushes for Safer Food Labels | Albany News
New York lawmakers are racing to get five bold food safety bills signed into law before the year ends, aiming to empower consumers and plug gaps in the shaky…
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Tragedy Sparks Demand for Special Needs Swim Lessons | Albany News
A heartbreaking tragedy has sparked a wave of urgency across the Capital Region, as parents rush to enroll their children with special needs in specialized…
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Fire Tragedy Sparks Housing Crisis Push | Albany News
A deadly fire at the Knights Inn in Endwell, killing six and displacing dozens, has ignited a statewide reckoning over emergency housing. State officials tout…
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Clifton Park is Talking | Albany News
Clifton Park is Talking | Albany News
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Response Plus Saves Time in Emergencies | Albany News
Quick Response just launched Response Plus—a smart, no-upfront-cost emergency prep program for businesses in Round Lake, NY. It delivers a custom crisis plan…
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Massachusetts Closes Trusted Adult Loophole | Albany News
Massachusetts is finally closing the “trusted adult loophole” — a long-standing gap that allowed adults in positions of power like teachers and coaches to have…
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E-Bikes Ride Through Saratoga’s Revolutionary Past | Albany News
Pedal through history with Saratoga’s new e-bike tours—where every turn reveals a pivotal moment in America’s fight for independence. BikeSaratoga, run by…
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Man Shot in Face with Flare Gun in Albany | Albany News
Man Shot in Face with Flare Gun in Albany | Albany News
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Horse Farm Operator Convicted on Animal Neglect | Albany News
A 64-year-old horse farm operator in Columbia County, Andrea Nussinow, was convicted on three animal neglect charges after a harrowing July inspection revealed…
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Hurricane Beryl’s Epic Three-Landfall Journey | Albany News
Hurricane Beryl shattered records as the earliest Category Five hurricane ever recorded, making three devastating landfalls before fading — first in Grenada…
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Firefighter Donates Pet Oxygen Masks | Albany News
Retired firefighter Anthony Catalfamo, co-founder of NYInsuranceHub, just dropped a lifesaver on the Schenectady Fire Department: eight full sets of pet oxygen…
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Carroll Set to Receive $5.8M Verdict | Albany News
E. Jean Carroll is finally set to receive her $5.8 million judgment after a federal judge approved the payout — a decision that follows the Supreme Court’s…
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Hammer Attack Leads to 5.5 Years | Albany News
A man from Troy is headed to state prison for over five years after pleading guilty to attempted assault — but the real twist? He got into a violent fight with…
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Games That Shaped Our Childhoods | Albany News
National Video Game Day sparked a nostalgic deep dive as the Capital Region Lifestyle crew reflected on the games that defined their childhoods. Benny Nezaj…
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Food, Horses, and Hustle with Ed Fazzone | Albany News
Ed Fazzone’s life is a delicious blend of horse racing and restaurant hustle, with his racing stable Eddie Fs Racing boasting big wins—including a 29-1…
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Proctors Gets $968K Boost for Downtown | Albany News
Proctors Theatre in Schenectady is set to receive a $968,000 boost from the state’s Alive Downtown initiative, fueling performances, education, and community…
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Pfizer Tower’s Structural Crisis | Albany News
A major structural scare at a midtown Manhattan high-rise—once Pfizer’s HQ—is sending shockwaves through NYC. Emergency crews discovered mangled beams and…
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Kalshi Prediction Market Shut Down | Albany News
Kalshi, a prediction market betting on future events like elections, just got shut down in New York after a judge rejected their claim that it wasn’t gambling…
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ICE Leases New Warehouse in Newburgh | Albany News
ICE is leasing a massive 42,000-square-foot warehouse in Newburgh for $35 million, reigniting local protests and sparking fears of a detention facility — just…
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Free Fries & Entrée at Chick-fil-A | Albany News
Chick-fil-A’s Cow Appreciation promotion is here—grab free waffle fries by winning their “Spot the Cows” app game (July 7–13), or dress like a cow (any…
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Gift Card Scammer Sentenced to 7 Years | Albany News
A 64-year-old man, Jun Wang, just received a 70-month federal prison sentence for orchestrating a $2.2 million gift card fraud scheme that targeted seniors…
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30-Year-Old Murder in Saratoga County | Albany News
A cold case from 1993 in Saratoga County may finally be heating up—investigators are re-examining the murder of Betty Conley, where cash vanished and a white…
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Lawler vs. Conley: Health Care Battle | Albany News
A fierce New York House race is heating up as Republican Congressman Mike Lawler faces a brutal health care attack over his vote to slash Medicaid spending by…
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Man Sentenced After Vehicle Ramming Incident | Albany News
A 33-year-old man just got a year in prison after slamming his car into police during a high-speed standoff on I-90—refusing to comply with officers, then…
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Lighting the Way for Harbe | Albany News
When seven-year-old Harbe Nagi vanished, a community rallied with love, hope, and an unshakable will to find him — only to be shocked by hateful online…
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Blackbirds Tavern and Cafe Hit Market | Albany News
Blackbirds Tavern and its sister cafe in Voorheesville are hitting the market after just under two years of operation — the tavern still under Druthers…
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Senator Sepulveda Under Fire Over Court Misses | Albany News
Senator Luis Sepulveda, chair of the New York State Senate Judiciary Committee, is under fire after court records revealed he reported a judge in a housing…
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Police Staffing Shortages Under Fire | Albany News
July Fourth chaos in New York sparks debate: Was it police shortages or a troublemaking promoter? Buffalo officials blame a street party organizer, but police…
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Robotic Bronchoscopy Finds Lung Cancer Earlier | Albany News
St. Peter’s Health Partners is revolutionizing lung cancer detection with a robotic bronchoscopy system that maps lungs in 3D and navigates tiny airways with…
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Hudson-Jay Park’s Future in Albany | Albany News
Hudson-Jay Park and its cherished Capital Roots garden, beloved by Albany locals for over 35 years, are on the verge of a historic shift—neighborhood groups…
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Beavers Attack in Lake George | Albany News
Beavers are biting people in Lake George—two separate incidents Saturday left one with a leg bite and another with arm and stomach wounds. Authorities…