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Massive Fireball Streaks Across New York Skies, Causing Explosive Boom
Some lucky New Yorkers who were looking up at the right time got to see a giant ball of light streak across the sky. Soon after, witnesses reported hearing a super loud booms and even felt some shaking. The rare but incredible celestial event happened on the 16th, but NASA...
Albany Police Chief and Albany Co. Sheriff sit down with NEWS10
The Albany Police Chief Eric Hawkins and the Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple sat down with NEWS10's Stephanie Rivas Friday morning. They discussed issues in the city and county and what they are doing to keep communities safe.
Siena Water Polo Program Receives All-Academic Awards with Impressive GPAs
The Siena Water Polo program received the Team Academic Award and 12 All-Academic individual honors from the ACWPC for their academic achievements during the 2023-2024 school year. The team earned the Team Academic Award for maintaining a 3.32 cumulative GPA. Two freshmen, Catherine Williamson and Rebecca Currie, achieved a perfect...
Son of Wrestling Legend Coming to Capital Region for Private Signing Event
Wrestling fans in the Capital Region will not want to miss this upcoming event at Crossgates Mall. The great folks over at Heroes Hideout, the Capital Region's ultimate destination for toys, collectibles, and immersive meet and greet experiences with your favorite pop culture icons, announced another can't-miss wrestling event at their Crossgates location at the end of the summer.
Murder Of Convenience Store Clerk In Charlton Remains Mystery 31 Years On
The Saratoga County murder happened in the town of Charlton, at the Xtra Mart on State Route 67, at around 3 a.m. on July 8, 1993. Sheriff’s officials said the 37-year-old Conley was working an overnight shift when someone shot her once in the head, killing her. The shooter then stole an undisclosed amount of cash from the register before fleeing.
Troy Police investigating overnight shooting
Troy Police say they are investigating a shooting that happened early Saturday morning around 3 a.m. Police responded to an alleyway between 2nd Street and 4th Street near Tyler Street in Troy. They say a 17-year-old male and a 19-year-old female were both seriously injured by gunfire, and the suspect...
Fonda residents still boiling water three weeks after filtration plant failure
As workers continue to fix the Village of Fonda Water Filtration plant, residents continue to use bottled water or boil their tap water for the third week in a row. "If the kids wanted macaroni and cheese and I'm sitting here I know I boil it, I know it's going to boil," said Village of Fonda Resident Vanessa Fugitt. "But then I put the water in and if it's off-colored or I see something floating in it I still don't want to make their food in it."
South Carolina man admits to fatal Cohoes shooting
A South Carolina man has admitted to a fatal shooting in Cohoes last August. Nalik Sealy, 26, pleaded guilty in Albany County Court on Friday to second-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon in the death of Shieer Leggett. Anti-violence activist Dontie Mitchell was the first person arrested in...
Schenectady man accused of stealing from Amsterdam businesses
Schenectady man accused of stealing items from store. A Schenectady man is accused of stealing merchandise from Amsterdam businesses, totaling at least thousands of dollars. Todd J. Podrazik, 47, was stopped I-890 in Rotterdam around 11:30 a.m. Tuesday for a traffic violation. Podrazik allegedly lied about his identity. He also did not have a valid driver’s license and no registration or insurance, State Police said.
Schenectady Police investigating shots fired into house
Schenectady Police are investigating shots fired into a house Thursday night. Officers responded to the 400 block of Third Street just before midnight. They found several shell casings and a house with bullet holes. Police did not find anyone injured at the scene. Anyone with information is asked to call...
States force green transition in public transportation despite taxpayer burden
(The Center Square) – Despite a hefty taxpayer price tag, several states are requiring cities to transition their public transportation to emitting zero greenhouse gasses. Since 2022, seven states have passed laws to transition to zero-emission school buses. In Illinois, a law passed last year requiring all transit agencies to purchase zero-emission buses by 2026. Similar legislation was passed in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland and New York. ...
At least 7 in New York sickened in listeria outbreak linked to deli meats
NEW YORK – A listeria outbreak linked to deli meats has sickened at least seven people in New York. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating over two dozen reported illnesses across 12 states.As of Friday, 28 people have been sickened and hospitalized, with the most cases reported in New York state. Two deaths have been reported, one in New Jersey and another in Illinois. No cases have been reported in Connecticut, so far. The first case was reported May 29, and the most recent illness connected to the outbreak was reported July 5. The patients range in age from...
Country Icon Added to New York State Fair Concert Lineup
A country icon has been added to the growing list of free entertainment at the New York State Fair. One of the best state fairs in the country is only a month away. Escape artists, jugglers, robots, racing pigs, and splashing sea lions are all part of the fun at every turn.
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