Who does New York State legally allow to be a foster parent? Maybe you have some extra room and have been thinking of opening up your home to kids who are in need of foster care. But, can you be a foster parent if you're single, live in an apartment, or even have several children of your own?

The businesses that we enjoy visiting the Hudson Valley are often places that we look forward to spending time in. Whether it's a local coffee shop, an eatery or a place of other services, Hudson Valley businesses bring the community together. A Hudson Valley business is getting recognition for being...

One of the most interesting creatures on the planet lives right here in New York State... have you ever seen a real-life Pokémon before?. It's hard to keep up with all the fascinating animals in New York. From hungry porcupines that allegedly eat cars to the black bear that tried to go to college in New Paltz, NY, wildlife in the Empire State seems to always be up to something. But what about the critter that inspired an entire Pokémon character?

Walmart's current slogan is save money, live better. One New York sate man allegedly decided to take the live better part into his own hands so to speak. Police say the self-serving suspect was arrested recently inside the retail store and is now facing charges, including public exposure. The New...

An "elegant creature" was just spotted in New York State for the first time. We learned why this may have "unprecedented" event likely happened. A flamingo flew to the Empire State. Flamingo Arrives In New York State. American Flamingos are typically found in the Caribbean, Mexico, and northern parts of...

It's been a bit since i've documented my travels and crazy encounters on our Hudson Valley roadways, but the past few days truly have me wondering if I'm the one that's doing it wrong. You may remember me feeling a similar way a few years back; I was so blown away after a number of bold moves on the road, culminating with one guy pulling a u-turn over a divider/sidewalk in Pougkeepsie where I felt like I was in a real life Mario Kart game. I just had to document my thoughts:

A large truck hit an underpass in New York state, shutting down traffic in both directions. The same railroad bridge has quite a history when it comes to impacts as well. In fact, this is the very same bridge that was struck three times in just one weekend back in late April.

The 2024 Presidential election is rapidly approaching. If you've never voted before, have moved since the last time you voted, or are looking for alternatives to in-person voting, you'll need to know about some important deadlines approaching in New York State. In order to be eligible to vote in the...

President Joe Biden is dropping out of the 2024 presidential election but will remain in office to complete his first term. The 81-year-old Democrat made the announcement in a statement on X just before 2 p.m. on Sunday. "It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as...

Now, admittedly 100 miles with children in the car is no WALK IN THE PARK, but once you’ve arrived at any of these gorgeous destinations, that’s exactly what you’ll be in store for. 5) Six Flags Great Escape - Queensbury, New York. If it weren’t for the...

What better way to spend an afternoon than tasting some of New York's finest beers with some friends?. The brewery scene has only been growing around New York State. According to the New York State Brewers Association (NYSBA), there are over 440 licensed breweries in New York State alone. Economic...

Esta TerBlanche, who played the character of Gillian Andrassy on All My Children from 1997 to 2001, died on Thursday (July 18.) She was 51 years old. TerBlanche's publicist Lisa Rodrigo confirmed her death with a Facebook post. "It is with a heavy heart that my friend and client Esta Terblanche passed away Thursday of natural causes," she writes. "An autopsy report is pending."

Ridesharing was once referred to as the "future of public transport", as companies such as Uber, Lyft, and others allow riders to use mobile apps to request rides from nearby drivers. This can help provide quick and easy transportation, while removing some of the excess congestion on our roads. Attempting...

Super Bowl champ Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany aren't new to the parenting game, but their gender reveal party for their upcoming third baby had a fun, creative twist. The Mahomes incorporated their two older kids -- three-year-old daughter Sterling Skye and 20-month-old son Patrick "Bronze" -- into the big reveal by asking Sterling to play a special game of Tic-tac-toe.

Luke Combs celebrated the Twisters movie release the best way he knows how on Friday night (July 19.) During a stadium tour stop in New Jersey, the singer paused the show to shotgun a beer onstage: A fairly common occurrence for Combs, but this time, there was a twist -- three of them, to be exact.

Over the weekend, Carrie Underwood played her first-ever shows in Hawaii -- and she made sure to have some fun in the sun while she was in town. The singer shared several social media snaps featuring herself and her band frolicking by the water during their downtime. The crew rocked matching Hawaiian shirts and posed for beachside photos: They even made a human pyramid in one shot.

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey posted information about a change at a major New York airport. On July 15, 2024 The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced that customers of John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City will be participating in a new program.

Health inspectors have discovered multiple critical health code violations at seven Hudson Valley eateries including popular Italian restaurants, pizzerias, Asian restaurants and a highly-rated eatery. The New York State Department of Health regularly inspects restaurants throughout the state to protect residents from foodborne illnesses. During these inspections, officials look for...

A plane crashed during severe weather in Upstate New York, killing all on board. We've learned more information about the plane crash in Delaware County. The New York State DEC recently released more information about the fatal crash. On June 30, at 2:30 p.m., Delaware County requested Forest Ranger search assistance for a plane crash in the area of Herrick Hollow Road.

Call it coincidence but Sullivan County has been a hot spot for members of the New York State Police recently. Earlier this week, New York State Police was investigating an officer involved shooting in the Town of Thompson where one trooper discharged his weapon after being struck by vehicle. Recent...