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Albany jury says misunderstanding of charges led to wrongful conviction of UAlbany student
Dozens gathered in Albany Wednesday morning, demanding justice after they say a misunderstanding of charges by a jury led to a wrongful conviction of a UAlbany student. The students family and a member of that jury now speaking out, hopeful it will help lead to a different outcome before it’s too late.
Nassau County family awarded Purple Heart for their late Navy veteran relative
Douglas Olitsky was doing some research for a family reunion when he came across a piece of paper with a story about his grandfather - a Navy veteran who was in Iwo Jima during World War II.
Albany man sentenced for 2022 murder
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — The man convicted of a 2022 murder in Albany was sentenced Friday to 25 years to life in prison. Willie Green, 41, was found guilty back in April of one count of murder in the second degree, one count of criminal facilitation in the second degree, and one count of hindering prosecution in the first degree, following a jury trial in Albany County Supreme Court. Prosecutors said that, in November of 2022, Green and others caused the death of Hacief Oliver in the area of 2nd Street and North Lake Avenue in the City of Albany.
Developer Jeff Buell: Rebecca Lobo's remark strengthened Albany soccer stadium pitch
Albany — It was April 1st, where, in the midst of one of Albany's biggest events, former pro basketball player Rebecca Lobo touched a nerve for many in the city, saying, "Good luck finding something to do in Albany." It prompted social media responses, news stories, but potentially something more.
Classic cars highlight Glenville event
A lot of unusual cars were in Schenectady County on Sunday. Capital City Cars and Caffeine set up at The Empire State Aerosciences Museum in Glenville. Parked next to many airplanes, the gleaming cars had their hoods popped up so fans could get a good look at the engines. Some...
Albany to pay $3 million to settle civil rights case by man shot by police
Albany man paralyzed in shooting accused of selling gun to minor. The city of Albany has reached a $3 million settlement with the man who sued police after he was paralyzed in an officer-involved shooting in 2018. Ellazar Williams had filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court alleging violations of...
New Voorheesville coffee shop geared towards cyclists, charity
New coffee shop geared towards Voorheesville cyclists, charity. There’s a new coffee shop opening this week in Voorheesville, designed with the cycling community in mind. Blackbirds Bike Cafe is at 43 South Main Street. That’s right along the Albany County Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail. It will have an all-day...
TROY DRUG and WEAPON Arrests: Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Activity
David Landfear and Landers Burton, both of Troy, are facing drug and firearms charges after various law enforcement agencies executed a search warrant at 398 10th Street on May 17. Landfear, 38, possessed 66 grams of heroin, fentanyl, and suboxone. He also possessed 22.3 grams of methamphetamine. According to the...
Wayward moose gains popularity in East Greenbush
A moose that has become very popular around East Greenbush and Troy is still on the loose. It has now been spotted several times. A recent 13 second video of the moose was posted on Instagram by Josh Whelan. The moose is seen in the video running along a hill until he gets to the other side. It looks like it’s by a road because cars are driving by.
EGPD seeking to identify car theft suspects
The East Greenbush Police Department is asking for help from residents of Hampton Manor regarding a stolen car. Anyone with security footage or photos of the incident is encouraged to contact Officer Witko at (518) 479-2525.
Boat stewards stationed at NY launches to help stop spread of invasive species
ALBANY, N.Y. (WCAX) - The New York Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding boaters to always clean, drain and dry their equipment to help stop the spread of invasive aquatic species. Keeping invasive species from entering new lakes in our region is one of the goals of the NY DEC....
Governor announces impaired driving crackdown for Memorial Day
ALBANY, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — Governor Kathy Hochul announced the annual crackdown on impaired and reckless driving for the Memorial Day Weekend — as well as easing the stress of traveling on the weekend. “Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of the summer driving season, and we want to...
Crowds gather for 2024 Albany Memorial Day Parade
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — From every corner and chasm of the Capital Region, people came to Downtown Albany to commemorate the true meaning of Memorial Day. Honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Marchers or onlookers, young or old, carrying balloons or flags — someway, somehow, the people of Albany showed up […]
Albany man admits to having 7,000+ grams of meth pills, 34 guns
An Albany man pleaded guilty in federal court Friday to drug trafficking and weapons charges. Brandon Bartley, 26, had over 400 grams of fentanyl pills, more than 7,000 grams of meth pills and more than 700 grams of cocaine in his home, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said. He admitted to trafficking large amounts of the drugs.
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