New York State Food Festival in Albany moved inside

Albany, NY (WRGB) — The New York Food Festival has launched its evening program at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center, welcoming attendees without the need for a ticket. The festival, which began at 5 p.m., will continue until 9 p.m. More...

New York State’s first hybrid public ferry goes into service

The Harbor Charger – the first hybrid-electric public ferry to operate in New York State – went into service on August 13. The arrival of the new boat, which will serve Governors Island’s growing community of visitors and tenants, coincides with...

The Capitol Connection - New York State Republican Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay

(Airs 08/14/25 @ 3 p.m.) WAMC’s David Guistina in conversation with Will Barclay, Republican Assembly Minority Leader, about Governor Hochul’s fight over redistricting with Texas Republicans, whether the state legislature will convene in special...

Which diner in Dutchess County is your favorite?

Fifteen New York campsites were included in Hipcamp's list of best camps in every U.S. state, with many of them located in the mid-Hudson Valley. The app, which is similar to Airbnb but for camping, compiled its data for the ranking through...

Pro lacrosse team leaving Upstate NY due to high costs, low attendance

A pro lacrosse team is leaving Upstate New York due to high costs and low attendance. WNYT reports the Albany FireWolves will be moving to Oshawa, a Canadian city near Toronto, Ontario. The National Lacrosse League has also filed an application to...

Concert Announcement Look Who’s Coming To The Capital Region This Fall

Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Evening returns to New York's Capital Region! Jason Bonham, son of the legendary Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham, pays tribute to his father's music with a new show scheduled for the Palace Theatre in Albany this fall....

New York in need of vet techs across the state

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The National Center for Health Workforce Analysis projected the following shortages in 2037: 36,820 dispensing opticians 6,480 respiratory therapists 9,140 physical therapists 17,030 pharmacists 4,430 podiatrists 8,190...

New York Already Denied Permits to These Gas Pipelines. Under Trump, They Could Get Greenlit

Hundreds of New Yorkers rallied against new natural gas pipelines in their state as a deadline loomed for the public to comment on a revived proposal to expand the gas pipeline that supplies downstate New York. Oklahoma-based natural gas company...

All New Stewart’s Open at Former Grandma’s Pies Location

They say you're not officially in Upstate New York until you've seen your first Stewart's location. In Albany, and the rest of the Capital Region we have plenty of them and it looks like they're growing that business every single day. Not only...

The Capitol Connection – New York State Republican Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay

A new kind of identity theft is rising fast in NY: What to know

A certain type of identity theft is on the rise in New York and across the country. The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is warning New Yorkers about account takeover fraud, which happens when scammers gain access to...

State Assemblyman John Lemondes running in NY-22 in what experts say will be an uphill battle

The engines in the race for New York’s 22nd Congressional District could be heard revving more than a year early Monday, with the announcement that state Assemblyman John Lemondes will take on incumbent Democratic U.S. Rep. John Mannion. Former...

Taco Bell Brings New Baja Blast Flavor To New York State

Taco Bell first debuted the Mountain Dew Baja Blast in 2004, which is described as a tropical lime-flavored drink. At first, the special flavor was created and available exclusively at Taco Bell restaurants, but as since expanded to be available...

Bob Dylan visits Albany area recording studio between Syracuse, SPAC concerts

Is Bob Dylan working on new music? The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer visited an Upstate New York recording studio last week, in between tour dates on the Outlaw Music Festival. Dylan performed at the Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview in Syracuse...

Wegmans Issues Massive Cheese Recall In New York State

Rochester, New York based Wegmans has issued a massive recall that includes several cheese products sold in stores in New York State and across the country. Wegmans Issues Massive Cheese Recall Wegmans has issued a recall for four cheese-related...

Rochester Ukrainian community reacts to Trump-Putin high stakes-summit

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — An extraordinary event not seen in more than a decade. Russian President Vladimir Putin walked down the red carpet on American soil, as President Donald Trump waited to greet him with a hearty handshake. “Many points are agreed...

$150,000 Powerball Winner In New York State

Wednesday's Powerball drawing was very good for lottery players in New York State. The New York State Lottery announced there were several "Big Money" winning tickets sold in the state from Wednesday's Powerball drawing. Powerball Winners In New...

Trump administration vows to ‘come after’ sanctuary states and cities, despite court setbacks

Federal immigration officers helped by Rochester, N.Y., police arrest men from Guatemala after a March traffic stop. The Trump administration has threatened the city over its sanctuary policies. City officials say some officers violated the policy...

Fall Arrives WEEKS Earlier In This New York State Area

There is one area of New York State that is the first, and best, place to see the leaves change color in the fall and it is about to begin. The hot weather is still making it uncomfortable for people in New York State, but the payoff is on it's...

Lie Detector Law Impacts All Of New York State

Among the many employment laws on the books in New York State, there is one Federal law that is designed to protect employees and job candidates from having to take a lie detector or polygraph test. We are in the second half of 2025 and if your...