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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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Ghost Guns and Legal Battles | Albany News
Jury selection begins this week in Albany for Demetrio Daga’s high-stakes trial, where he faces 15 felony counts for hoarding and making ghost guns — including…
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Bike Crash in Albany Leaves Rider Bruised | Albany News
Bike Crash in Albany Leaves Rider Bruised | Albany News
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Students Struggle, Bill Aims to Help | Albany News
College food insecurity hits nearly 4 million students, with 60% missing out on SNAP benefits they’re eligible for—mostly because they don’t know the programs…
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Buffalo’s Waterfront Reimagined | Albany News
Buffalo’s once-industrial waterfront has been reborn as a vibrant, bustling destination—thanks to smart state investment that turned grain elevators and…
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Supreme Court Closes Door on Trump Appeal | Albany News
The Supreme Court has shut the door on Donald Trump’s final legal bid to overturn the $5 million jury verdict against him in the E. Jean Carroll case…
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Shooting in Pittsfield Still Under Investigation | Albany News
Shooting in Pittsfield Sunday night leaves three injured, cops shut down streets as investigation ramps up — tip lines open for anyone with info: call…
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Dispatcher Suspended Amid Georgia Child Abuse Charges | Albany News
Dispatcher Suspended Amid Georgia Child Abuse Charges | Albany News
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Former School Head Faces Charges | Albany News
Former head of Miss Hall’s School, Norris, faces criminal charges after prosecutors allege she knew about a teacher’s sexual misconduct with students but…
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New Scotland Approves First Battery Storage | Albany News
New Scotland is boldly stepping into the future of energy with its first approved battery storage facility — a five-megawatt BESS project under new state law —…
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Upstate or Downstate? The Real Divide | Albany News
Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s upstate getaway sparked a heated debate: where exactly does “upstate” begin? White Plains? Nah, that’s still downstate. The real test?…
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New York’s Nuclear Energy Push | Albany News
New York aims to build five new nuclear reactors to power its growing energy needs, jumpstart the economy, and accelerate the transition to clean…
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Oswego’s Nuclear Future | Albany News
Oswego, New York, is boldly pushing to expand its nuclear power footprint—already home to three reactors and now eyeing more—to fuel economic growth and job…
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K9 Casey Found Deceased on Thruway | Albany News
A beloved 8-year-old bloodhound K9 named Casey was tragically struck and killed by a vehicle on the New York State Thruway, ending a heartbreaking search that…
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Bethlehem Library Events & Book Tips | Albany News
Get ready for a glamorous murder mystery as author Lucy Foley chats live about her new Miss Marple novel, set against the snowy Swiss Alps—sign up now via the…
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Albany County K9 Casey Found Deceased | Albany News
Albany County K9 Casey Found Deceased | Albany News
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Albany PD Officer Accused of Child Molestation | Albany News
Albany PD’s Telecommunications Specialist Blaize Gallimore is facing serious charges in Georgia — including child molestation and obstruction of justice —…
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Albany Cop Accused of Child Molestation | Albany News
Blaize Gallimore, a telecommunications specialist with the Albany Police Department, is facing serious charges in Georgia — including child molestation and…
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Homeownership Is Within Reach | Albany News
Dreaming of homeownership feels impossible—until you meet Building Blocks Together. They’re shattering myths about credit, cash, and perfect houses, proving…
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Inmate Slams Fellow Prisoner Head Against Toilet | Albany News
A shocking jailhouse brawl at Saratoga County Jail leaves one inmate critically injured after 22-year-old Shayne Vaccaro allegedly slammed his head repeatedly…
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Albany Faces $33M Budget Gap | Albany News
Albany’s facing a looming fiscal crisis, with a projected $33 million budget gap by 2027 and a current $22 million deficit—despite recent state aid that may…
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Life Sentences for Carjacking That Killed | Albany News
A married couple, Nicholas and Jamie Orsini, have been sentenced to life in prison for a chilling carjacking that led to death and conspiracy — tied directly…
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Corey Young’s 30-Year Wrongful Conviction | Albany News
Corey Young, freed after nearly 30 years in prison for a 1995 armed robbery he insists he didn’t commit, is suing Albany and New York State for $80 million…
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Five Teams Switch to 8-Man Football | Albany News
Five Capital Region high school football teams are switching to eight-man play this season—Hudson Falls/Fort Edward, Broadalbin Perth, Lake…
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Brother Accused of Attempted Murder | Albany News
Brother accused of trying to drown his own sister during a terrifying car crash—police say he strangled her while she was driving, pulled her from the window…
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Saratoga Job Fair: Your Next Gig Awaits | Albany News
Big job fair in Saratoga Springs this Thursday—50+ companies from tech, finance, construction, and manufacturing are hiring on the spot. Meet real recruiters…
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Schenectady's New License Plate Readers | Albany News
Schenectady just installed 14 new Axon Outpost license plate readers across the city, boosting its surveillance network to aid investigations and catch…
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Albany Explosion Leaves Two Injured | Albany News
A second Albany city worker, Anthony Hughes, a DGS supervisor, was badly burned in an explosion on August 4th while responding to a fuel leak alongside Fire…
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Art, Family, and Fertility at Sculpture Space | Albany News
Sculpture Space in Utica just landed a $33,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to keep fueling its mission: giving artists the freedom and tools…
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NY Walleye Season Kicks Off Big | Albany News
New York’s walleye fishing season is officially here, with nearly 190 million fish stocked across 35 waterways — all aimed at boosting ecosystems and angler…
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School Cleaner Arrested for Child Exploitation | Albany News
A cleaner at Chambers Elementary, Richard Wade Jr., 46, has been arrested on three felony counts of possessing obscene sexual material involving minors after…
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Section 2 Football Reconfigured | Albany News
Section 2 football is in upheaval as five teams drop from 11-man to 8-man due to low rosters and safety concerns, leaving only two 11-man teams—Greenwich and…
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Troopers Rescue Elderly From Burning Home | Albany News
Two NY State Troopers risked everything to save an 80-year-old man from a blazing home—plunging into smoke and flames, pulling him to safety, then helping each…
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Ex-Con Sues Albany for $80M | Albany News
After 28 years in prison, Corey Young is suing Albany for $80 million, claiming his 1998 conviction — which sentenced him to over 57 years — was built on false…
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Navajo Code Talkers: Language as Legacy | Albany News
In a stunning feat of resilience and ingenuity, the Navajo Code Talkers of WWII used their native language to create an unbreakable code that turned the tide…
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Stolen Car Chase Ends on Riverview Road | Albany News
A high-speed chase erupted on I-87 after police spotted a stolen vehicle, leading to a tense pursuit that veered off the highway and ended with 54-year-old…
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Albany Teen Charged After Weapon Incident | Albany News
A 22-year-old Albany man, Nasir Smith, is facing serious charges after allegedly pulling a gun on two women during an argument late Thursday night. Police…
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Flock Safety Adjusts Amid Privacy Push | Albany News
Flock Safety’s license plate reader system is undergoing major changes—adding tools to spot odd searches and slashing data retention from 30 to 7 days—after…
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Trees That Could Cost You Thousands | Albany News
Your yard’s trees might be hiding a financial time bomb—here’s how to spot trouble before it costs you thousands. Weak roots, brown leaves, or bark damage from…
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Teen Arrested for Car Theft in Albany | Albany News
A 23-year-old man named Emmanuel Johnson is facing felony charges after allegedly stealing a car in upstate New York, sparking a multi-agency chase that ended…
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Luigi Mangione Pleads Guilty in Stalking Case | Albany News
Twenty-eight-year-old Luigi Mangione just pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges tied to the December 2024 murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson…
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Trump Visits Nassau to Back Blakeman | Albany News
Trump’s big Friday trip to Long Island isn’t just a tour—it’s a political power play. He’ll visit the Nassau County Police Academy with AG Todd Blanche and FBI…
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North Adams Clears Up Data Breach Claims | Albany News
North Adams says no major data breach occurred, debunking online rumors — the city found only two public records requests sparked the chatter, one harmless…
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Goold Hill Vineyard & Cidery Opens Soon | Albany News
Get ready for fall’s biggest flavor fest—Goold Hill Vineyard & Cidery is opening its doors in Castleton-on-Hudson with fresh cider donuts, seasonal pies, and a…
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Austin Rathbun Faces Serious Charges | Albany News
A 21-year-old man from Saint Johnsville is facing serious charges after allegedly engaging in inappropriate online conversations with a minor over social media…
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Albany County Traffic Sweep Targets Safety | Albany News
Albany County deputies teamed up with state partners for a major traffic sweep, targeting fake plates, reckless e-bike and dirt bike riders, stolen cars, and…
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New York Funds Legal Aid for Immigrant Kids | Albany News
New York just dropped seven point two five million dollars to ensure unaccompanied immigrant kids get legal help—because federal funding got cut and hundreds…
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Air Albany Project in Legal Limbo | Albany News
The Air Albany project on Western Avenue is in freefall after the developer defaulted on its massive development agreement, leaving apartments and retail space…
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Trump’s Crime Push in New York | Albany News
Trump heads to Nassau County this Friday to spotlight crime reduction, unveiling new FBI data claiming a drop in violent crime for 2025—a key rally cry for GOP…
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Luigi Mangione Plea Deal Fallout | Albany News
Luigi Mangione, 28, faces federal court this Friday potentially ready to plead guilty in the chilling December 2024 ambush killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO…
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Saratoga Scandal: Horses, Bets, and Suspicion | Albany News
A major investigation is underway in horse racing after six horses—some from a Maryland training stable dubbed the “Fair Hill 5”—won surprising, low-payoff…
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Hochul Warns Rural Hospitals Face Crisis | Albany News
Governor Hochul warns that new federal healthcare cuts threaten New York’s rural hospitals, even as the state taps into a $50 billion federal Rural Health…
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Tonko Warns Trump’s Wind Blockade Hurts Steel | Albany News
Congressman Paul Tonko is blasting the Trump administration for sabotaging offshore wind projects, calling it a direct attack on clean energy and American…
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Aging New York Struggles for Care | Albany News
New York’s aging population is straining care systems as demand surges and resources lag — with nearly five million seniors already over sixty, set to hit five…
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New Yorkers Face Power Shutoffs | Albany News
Thousands of New Yorkers are losing power as utility shutoffs surge amid rising costs, hitting even educated professionals who can’t afford bills—despite legal…
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Ellis vs St. Peter's Cardiology Battle | Albany News
Ellis Medicine is suing St. Peter’s Health Partners over a failed merger, demanding the right to directly hire 27 cardiologists to ensure heart care stays…
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NY21 Race Tightens as Polls Close | Albany News
New York’s 21st District race is tightening up as Democrat Blake Gendebien edges out Republican Anthony Constantino in a new SurveyUSA poll, with Gendebien at…
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Brown's Beach Reopens After Flooding | Albany News
Brown’s Beach is officially back open after a two-week closure due to July flooding — water once covered the entire area, even seeping under the pavilion…
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Menands Road Work: A Year of Chaos | Albany News
Menands is in the thick of a year-long road construction nightmare—noise, detours, and even water issues are turning daily life into a hassle for residents and…
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Phantom Basketball Team Scandal | Albany News
A 44-year-old man named Norbert Sygdziak has been arrested in Saratoga County for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from parents who paid for a youth…
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The NEPCO 140 Oil Spill Legacy | Albany News
In 1976, the NEPCO 140 ran aground in the St. Lawrence River, spilling 300,000 gallons of crude oil and triggering a four-month, $8 million cleanup that left…