Schenectady — The case against a Schenectady woman is moving closer to trial following an appearance by both the prosecution and defense. Brandi Terhune, the ex-girlfriend of Robert Buskey, appeared in Schenectady County Court this week via her attorney Alex Shmulsky. She faces a felony charge of tampering with physical evidence in connection to the death of Buskey's 5-year-old daughter back in June 3, 2024.

Family-owned hamburger restaurant Burger 21 in Latham will close its doors on Wednesday after one final day open.

A Schenectady man who worked at the Capital District Juvenile Secure Detention Facility, a jail for individuals under 19, turned himself in to Colonie police on Wednesday, Oct. 16, to face charges in the death of a young inmate. The post Former facility employee charged with homicide first appeared on Spotlight News.

Schenectady, NY (WRGB) — The reward for information pertaining to the death of Samantha Humphrey has increased to $20,000, thanks to Samantha's grandfather Lou and funds from an online fundraiser. Samantha was just 14-years-old when she was murdered in November 2022 and later found in the water at a...

Psychedelic jam band Phish played three consecutive nights at MVP in Albany over the weekend, and while they were in town, they kept local law enforcement pretty busy. Phish is an American rock band formed in Burlington, Vermont, in 1983. They're known for their musical improvisations, "jams," during concert performances and for their devoted fan following. Many fans camped in the Albany area while the band was in town for the three-day benefit shows on October 25th, 26th, and 27th.

Town of Colonie, NY — Colonie Police Chief Jay Geracing reports a suspect is in custody following an armed robbery at Trustco Bank. On October 30, 2024, police received multiple reports of a robbery at the Trustco Bank near the Columbia Street Extention. Residents said they saw a masked individual running through nearby neighborhoods.

An electric year of Country shows will roll on with another great show in the Electric City. Just when you thought we couldn't squeeze another Country concert into 2024, it is time to add another great show to the calendar!. Frog Alley In Schenectady To Welcome Bryan Martin. Country artists...

Hallmark and Hudson Valley absolutely go hand-in-hand. Several of the Hallmark movies shot in the area in the last few years include One December Night, Last Vermont Christmas, Christmas Camp, Christmas Camp, A Holiday Spectacular, among others. Now, a new film will be added to this list, and they are looking for background actors!

The fate of a Milton man accused of hitting and severely injuring his 3-month-old son is now in the hands of a jury. Deliberations are underway in the trial in Saratoga County Court of Jacob Krall, 21, who is charged with assault and two counts of endangering the welfare of a child. The trial began on Oct. 17.

Albany Police announced that a Sullivan County man has been arrested in connection to a homicide investigation.

The city of Albany is having its red-light camera program extended. Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation on Oct. 23 to extend and expand the program started in 1994. The legislation created a new program in the town of Greenburgh in Westchester County and expanded the program in New York City as well as extending the program in Albany and other municipalities.

A new Taco Bell located at 2035 State Street in Schenectady celebrated its grand opening on Wednesday.

ALBANY, NY.- According to U.S. Attorney Carla B. Freedman, on Monday, October 28, 2024, Patrick Civitello, 18, of Schenectady, New York, appeared in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York and pleaded guilty to one count of Witness Retaliation. During his allocution on Monday, Civitello admitted in...

Halloween is coming up this Thursday, October 31. Some municipalities in the Capital Region have designated trick-or-treating hours, while others do not.

Capital Region — A Hallmark Channel movie starring Rachel Leigh Cook is looking for Albany area actors to serve as extras in the film. HBG Casting put out a call for background actors Monday for filming in the Capital Region starting Nov. 4.

On October 4th, the Schenectady City School District approved a new grading policy that went into effect districtwide. Tuesday night was the first of three parent meetings where the district explained the new policy to parents. It’s called the Grading for Equity policy.

Filming begins November 4 and will be filming in the Albany area.

Two people from Greenfield were arrested on Saturday following a drug investigation, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office.

The first person charged in a major drug trafficking ring in the Capital Region and Dutchess County, busted last year and included 25 people, has been sentenced to prison.New York Attorney General Letitia James announced on Tuesday, Oct. 29, the convictions of members of the major drug trafficking …

On October 28, 13 runners from Carroll Hill’s Running Club participated in the Just Run Track Meet at Mohonasen High School, running in the half-mile cross-country race. Adrian Rivera (2nd grade) placed 8th with a time of 3:59. Dion McKendry Jr (3rd grade) placed 8th with a time of...